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Unisa’s research and innovation elite to walk the red carpet on 21 April

Despite the new normal brought by the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, Unisa’s researchers and innovators continue to produce ground-breaking research. On 21 April 2023, the university will present its 12th annual Research and Innovation Awards in recognition of more than 100 exceptional academics who exemplified African research excellence in 2021/2022. Read more

Unisa @ 150: Harnessing the power of 4IR for outstanding student support

Having grown from being an examining body in 1873 to a university that has fully embraced open, distance and eLearning, Unisa is now, in 2023, more attuned to student needs than ever before. This was the central message at a Department of Tuition Support and Facilitation of Learning webinar celebrating the university’s 150th anniversary.Read more

An examination of the violation of human rights on social media

Social media can be a positive tool for the society and its users at large. However, the lack of accountability and compliance to the community standards threaten human rights, writes Shatadi Phoshoko, Secretary-General of Unisa’s NSRC.Read more

Unisa alumni in Gqeberha come together to create new networking opportunities

Unisa alumni in Gqeberha are on a mission to strengthen their community and create more networking opportunities. Read on to learn how graduates are working together to support each other's careers, engage with their community, and celebrate the university's 150-year history.Read more

150 years of unlocking futures and potentials

Unisa graduates testify to the institution’s teaching modality, which gave them the necessary grit to withstand obstacles, including the Covid-19 pandemic, further fortifying their resilience to fulfil their long-term goal of graduating.Read more

Disciplined student leader lauded for academic success

Siyabonga Lushaba, Chairperson of the Gauteng RSRC, completed his LLB degree within the minimum time while also dealing with extensive leadership duties. Unisans in the university’s Gauteng region recognise his academic achievement as a big milestone not only for his career, but also for future student leaders.Read more

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!

Overcoming adversity was the golden thread in the experiences related by speakers at a recent Unisa event themed “Libraries: telling powerful stories”.Read more

Motivated to change views on environmental concerns

NSRC member Tokollo Mmamaro has joined Unisa’s #CircleOfExcellence through obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management, a qualification that will enable her to uphold sustainable practices against non-compliant corporationsRead more

Thought leadership is reinforced by education and knowledge

Delighted to join Unisa's #CircleOfExcellence, South African member of parliament and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Secretary General, Honourable Commissar Marshall Dlamini, affirms that education and knowledge enhance thought leadership.Read more