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Unisa alumna leading Africa's archives revolution

Lyborn Mabapa embodies how Unisa's Department of Information Science empowers students to transform their lives and communities. Read more

From Kwekwe to Unisa: An inspiring PhD journey

“Balancing work, family and study is never easy – but with determination, it becomes possible,” says Simba Matema, a doctoral student in Marketing and Retail Management. Read more

Unisa's Masedi Masekane makes academic history

At the recent Unisa spring graduation ceremonies, the College of Science, Engineering and Technology's Masedi Masekane was conferred a double doctoral degree in Physics with top honours, having been awarded the PhD magna cum laude by the University of Zagreb in Croatia for the same body of work. Read more

Whose heritage is it anyway?

The Unisa Archives and the Alumni Relations Office are collaborating on a drive that connects the academic resources of the university and the living memory of graduates to ensure that the achievements of the past continue to benefit the present, and energise the future. Read more

Unisa musical instruments exhibition strikes a powerful note

As part of Unisa's recent African Music Festival, the university's Library and Information Services presented a captivating digital exhibition of African musical instruments. Read more

Unisan excels in international exchange programme

The outstanding performance of Palesa Mashego, a dedicated Unisa staff member and postgraduate student, in the Erasmus+ Exchange Programme reflects the Graduate School of Business Leadership’s dedication to academic excellence and global engagement.Read more

Second cohort of the Bosadi Artisan Creative Media Business Start-up Programme launched

Unisa subsidiary Inhlanyelo Hub NPC marked another milestone with the launch of the second cohort of the Bosadi Artisan Creative Media Business Start-up Programme. The event brought together young women, university stakeholders, collaborators, and facilitators. Read more

Reimagining democracy through the eyes of the youth

Postdoctoral fellows from the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs recently participated in a roundtable which brought together academics, researchers, and students to engage in an enriching dialogue on themes such as democracy, governance, and human rights. Read more

Gauteng Region hosts oversight visit

The Unisa Student Services Committee of Council recently paid an oversight visit to the Gauteng Region's Johannesburg Regional Service Centre to assess the work done and identify areas where support is required. Read more

From personal struggles to national reach

Unisa lecturer and PhD student, Ayesha Osman, has worked closely with Inhlanyelo Hub NPC, a subsidiary of the university, to refine her business strategy, strengthen her entrepreneurial skills, and showcase how determination and innovation can reshape opportunities in South Africa's small business landscape. Read more