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Tshokollo ya Setšhabeng: Reintegration of ex-offenders in society

Unisa's College of Law recently launched its community engagement scholarship project, Tshokollo ya Setšhabeng. The project aims to establish strong relationships with communities and eliminate the stigmatisation of offenders through restorative community service while also focusing on enhancing offender employability and skills development. Read more

Intensifying teaching and learning practice in African universities

Graced by renowned higher education experts in Africa, the 2nd Regional Model Symposium hosted by Unisa, in partnership with the Namibian College of Open Learning and the Botswana Open University, aimed at, among others, enhancing the quality and credibility of programme offerings and learner support services within a context-bound regional model. Read more

Unisa honours accounting trailblazer, Sizwe Nxasana

Sizwe Nxasana, one of the most revered South Africans who led an illustrious career and defined the odds to become one of the first black chartered accountants, was conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting Sciences (Honoris Causa) at Unisa. Read more

Monarch embraces vital African languages project launched at Unisa

In a remarkable display of support, His Majesty King Makhosonke Mabena II of the amaNdebele wholeheartedly championed the SWiP Project's unwavering commitment to preserving and advancing isiNdebele and other African languages at the official launch hosted at Unisa. Read more

Former student leader eager to make an impact in the law sphere

Joining the #CircleofExcellence during the #UnisaSpringGraduations season, Shatadi Phoshoko, former National Student Representative Council's Secretary-General, lauds the university as a great and flexible open distance and e-learning institution and encourages its students to do extra-curricular activities and acquire additional skills that can pave the way for a successful career. Read more

"Unisa should be lauded for its prudence in recognising the ability of women to lead" - Deputy Chief Justice Maya

Hailed as one of the women who made groundbreaking strides in championing the country's justice system and empowering women in the judiciary and the broader legal profession, Unisa recently conferred Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya with a Doctor of Philosophy in Law (Honoris Causa). Read more

“I am happy to be associated with this great university”- Chief Justice Zondo

During a thrilling #UnisaSpringGraduations ceremony, the university conferred a Doctor of Laws (LLD) (Honoris Causa) on South African Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, recognising his unwavering commitment to justice. Accepting the honourary doctorate, Zondo said: “I am happy to be associated with this great university.” Read more

“Unisa has played an integral role shaping my academic journey and future aspirations”

Dr Hannah Njeri Kimani, a dedicated scholar from the College of Human Sciences, has achieved a remarkable milestone by earning a PhD in Information Science. Her ground-breaking research explores the potential of mobile technologies to revolutionise agricultural information access for rural farmers. Read more

Bridging the digital divide at uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality

Noting the challenges students and the community face due to poor connectivity, Unisa's intervention in the uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality has highlighted the urgent need to bridge the digital divide and provide equitable access to education for all. Read more