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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

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

"This achievement means that I have worked hard and earned my crown"

Unisa's Gauteng regional student leader, Sanelisiwe Siyothula, recently obtained a Public Relations Diploma to bridge theory and practice in student leadership. Siyothula's academic achievement tells a story of a township girl who wants to solve the world's communication challenges. Read more

VC delivers convocation lecture at NOUN, Abuja, Nigeria

Professor Puleng Lenkabula recently delivered the 12th Convocation Lecture at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). She underscored Unisa and NOUN as essential institutions in offering access to education anchored on the imperatives of social justice and equity. Read more

Driven to intensify human rights

The zealous Unisa alumna and Speaker of Council in the City of Ekurhuleni, Councillor Nthabiseng Tshivhenga, says her passion for intensifying social justice and addressing human rights issues around equal economic, political and social rights and opportunities is what inspired her to pursue an LLB degree. Read more

An invitation to share your Unisa@150 story

Your university, the oldest, largest and most progressive in the country, is celebrating its remarkable sesquicentennial this year. As students and alumni, you are the lifeblood of Unisa, and your unique voices are essential in telling the story of this great institution. Find out how you can contribute. Read more

Unisa alumni unite to boost graduate employability

A recent Unisa alumni event in the Western Cape was a resounding success, strengthening the alumni network in the region and showcasing the passion and dedication of Unisa graduates in making a positive impact on their communities and beyond.Read more

Taking a moment to connect with nature, Unisans observe Earth Hour

Unisa staff members recently gathered at the e-garden on the institution’s Muckleneuk Campus to observe Earth Hour and participate in related activities, which included connecting with nature and enjoying a fun walk around campus. Read more

Tshwane Region law students win the Unisa Moot Court Competition

In a competition that seeks to allow law students to put their learning into practice, the Tshwane Region was declared the winner of the Unisa Moot Court Competition.Read more