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Unisa engineering students design mobility solutions for retirement home

As Unisa’s 150-year celebrations continue, a group of mechanical engineering students at the university’s College of Science, Engineering and Technology designed two wheelchairs and donated them to a retirement facility to aid residents in much-welcomed independent mobility. Read more

Unisa empowers staff members with sign language workshop

The university’s Library and Information Services Department recently hosted its first hybrid workshop on the country’s 12th official language, South African Sign Language, to enhance effective staff communication with students. Read more

Unisa’s WC student leaders engage with youth at community level

The Regional Student Representative Council in the Western Cape have embarked on a journey to plough back positively into communities under the theme “Building community-based student activism”. Read more

Elevating student voices: empowering change and innovation in the Western Cape

The Office of the Dean of Students recently hosted the Western Cape Regional Student Representative Council (RSRC) induction and strategic planning session in Cape Town. Members from regional management and support departments shared insights into the services provided by the regional office. Read more

CAS commits to remain steadfast in its mission to serve students diligently

Unisa's College of Accounting Science recently convened its academic opening ceremony. The event aimed to support the goals and aspirations set by the VC for the 2024 academic year and for the college to assure its students of the commitment to enhance student support, improve operational efficiency, and promote academic excellence.Read more

Unisa bids farewell to former Council Chairperson, James Maboa

James Maboa, described as a guiding light and a champion of progress, served at various positions within the Unisa Council, leaving behind an indelible legacy. His departure marks the end of an era, but his impact on the university will continue to resonate for years to come. Read more

"Unisa has an excellent support structure"

Zane Oswald Cleophas is one of the successful students who went through the College of Law's Recognition of Prior Learning process. Cleophas enrolled at Unisa through RPL with military qualifications and several short courses; today, he holds a master's degree and is pursuing a PhD. Read more

Father of Namibian democracy remembered at moving memorial hosted by Unisa

Unisa, in collaboration with the High Commission of the Republic of Namibia, recently held a memorial service honouring Dr Hage Geingob, a pivotal figure in Namibia's fight for independence and the nation's third president, who passed away at the age of 84. Read more

Unisa’s 2024 internship programme in full swing

Building on its 2023 successes, Unisa continues to coordinate, accelerate and enhance its internship programme while driving innovation and creating pathways for its graduates. Read more