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Collaboration equips staff to support students with disabilities

At a recent session presented by Unisa's Department of Social Work and the Advocacy and Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities, staff were trained to meet the needs and address the challenges of students living with disability. Read more

Taking the College of Accounting Sciences to greater heights

In pursuit of academic excellence, Unisa appoints distinguished academics in various positions, including management roles, to assist the university towards its goal of reclaiming Africa's intellectual futures and its place at the top tier of tertiary education institutions on the continent. Professor Cameron Modisane was recently appointed Deputy Executive Dean of the College of Accounting Sciences.Read more

The transformative power of education

Besides being a university rooted in academic excellence, as an employer, Unisa is a stimulating work environment that promotes lifelong learning and personal development. Employees who thrive in these areas, like Nomfundo Fortunate Mazibuko, constantly climb the ranks. Read more

From adversity to advocacy

Zainab Slarmie is a Unisa graduate who exemplifies the power of determination, resilience, and optimism. Despite facing numerous obstacles, she inspires others through her motivational speaking, advocacy work, and dedication to education. Her resilient spirit is a reminder that anything is possible with perseverance and positivity. Read more

Unisa Western Cape hosts dynamic first-year information sessions

The events, presented at the Cape Town Campus and George Regional Centre, were tailored to provide first-time registered students with pertinent information relating to all the services offered to them by the campus and regional centre. Read more

Inhlanyelo Hub gears up to celebrate inaugural success of Drone Divas

Inhlanyelo Hub is set to unveil the triumphs of its groundbreaking inaugural Drone Divas program at the exclusive certification ceremony. Brace yourself for a whirlwind of innovation, empowerment, and barrier-breaking moments that redefine the future of drone technology.Read more

TikTok sensation thanks Unisa for enabling access to higher education for the marginalised

As an African university committed to shaping futures in the service of humanity and redressing societal imbalances, Unisa has, for decades, made access to education possible for all. Its open-distance eLearning modality addresses geographical mobility, while its affordable tuition fees have allowed previously disadvantaged people to gain access to a university system for generations. @TheAccountingGirl shares how she got access to study for a BCom Accounting Sciences degree at Unisa.Read more

Unisa alumnus shaping futures in the service of humanity

Growing up under poverty-stricken conditions in an overcrowded two-room shack in the rural village of Libotlwane, Makapanstad, without electricity, Unisa alumnus Kgaugelo Baloyi rose above adversity to open his law firm. Today, like a faithful steward of Unisa values, he spearheads an initiative that provides Unisa graduates with work opportunities.Read more

Farming community inspires Unisa student to pursue education in agriculture

Agriculture is an integral component of the development of Africa and has been a vital tool for economic growth and the alleviation of poverty in many communities. Unisa student Simlindile Ndatsha, was raised in a farming community, which inspired him to pursue agricultural education with the aim of investing back in his community. He is currently doing his PhD in Agriculture.Read more