News & Events
How Medical Ethics and Health in Islam became a master’s journey for Rabia Mahomed
Rabia Mahomed, a Capetonian and Unisa alumna, spent many years in Saudi Arabia working as a freelance journalist for various publications – all while pursuing her academic goals. Now back in South Africa, she shares her inspiring journey with fellow alumni. Read more
Unisa student leaders host sanitary drive in Gqeberha
The university’s Eastern Cape Regional Student Representative Council recently hosted a sanitary drive at Phakamisa High School in Zwide, Gqeberha, to support the hygiene, education and general well-being of learners, particularly young girls. Read more
Unisa KZN rolls out student technology support in rural areas
The KwaZulu-Natal Region’s Technology Enhanced Learning Unit recently launched a campaign to prepare students in rural areas for their online examinations, and assist them in avoiding common mistakes related to the Invigilator App and other technology-related issues. Read more
Employment boost for Unisa’s accounting students
A recent career exhibition hosted by the university’s College of Accounting Sciences drew more than 400 students and brought together a diverse range of potential employers from sectors such as banking, government, and professional accountancy bodies. Read more
Worcester Public Library signs MoU with Unisa’s Cape Town branch library
The Breede Valley Public Library in Worcester has entered into a partnership with Unisa to provide students in the area and surrounds with access to a range of resources and services. Read more
Midlands Region fosters dialogue on the multiparty state
The Unisa Midlands Region recently hosted its annual lekgotla to enrich society and to promote active citizen engagement on societal issues of concern. Read more
Unisa extends engaged scholarship to correctional centres
A team from the university, led by the College of Education, recently visited the Qalakabusha Correctional Centre to hand over educational resources for use by inmates. Read more
First-year LLB student crowned best mooter
First-year LLB student at Unisa, Jasmine Senthumule, won title of overall best mooter At the 2nd Annual Black Lawyers’ Association Moot Court Competition, held at the Polokwane High Court. Read more
Unisa hosts launch of powerful multisectoral forum at the G20 Africa Investment Summit
In the run-up to the historic milestone of South Africa hosting the prestigious G20 Summit on African soil later this year, Unisa, together with partners, has launched the first-of-its-kind Academia-Public-Private-Diplomatic Corps Forum at the G20 Africa Investment Summit, themed The Road to G20 Through Research, Innovation, and Collaboration in the Intelligent Age. Read more
Unisa and UBU Metaverse pioneer immersive learning experiences with groundbreaking digital twin events
The university and Africa's leading platform for AI-powered immersive experiences recently partnered to deliver two groundbreaking metaverse events, showcasing the transformative power of virtual environments in education and digital skills development. Read more
