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Defying visual impairment to achieve academic triumph

Despite the significant challenge of living with a disability, Esona Marepula successfully navigated his academic journey with support from Unisa's Advocacy and Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities and obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree. Read more

Unisa Midlands infuses students' voices into QA and student support processes

Unisa’s Midlands Region recently presented a workshop as part of the Student Engagement in Quality Assurance and Student Support Project at the university’s Rustenburg Hub. Read more

Unisa connects with Giyani community to define tomorrow

The university recently reinforced its brand presence in Limpopo by engaging with community stakeholders, showcasing its academic milestones, and outlining offerings from various colleges. Read more

Black industrialist and founding CEO of Capebio to deliver keynote address at Innovation Festival

Daniel Ndima, a structural biologist of infectious diseases who strongly advocates for scientific innovation that creates jobs, improves the quality of ordinary lives, and contributes to social development and the economy, will be speaking at the upcoming Unisa Innovation Festival. Read more

Breaking barriers: An inspiring doctoral journey from adversity to achievement

Having recently graduated with a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Unisa, Dr Rikasha Shamlall exemplifies the power of perseverance and education in a world where challenges often seem insurmountable. Read more

An inspiring Unisa journey to a PhD in consumer science

Soné Corné van Zuydam's passion for food and nutrition resulted in a doctorate in Consumer Science. Read how she overcame several obstacles and embraced online learning in pursuit of her goal. Read more

City of Tshwane becomes a strategic partner in the Unisa Innovation Festival

The City of Tshwane has announced its strategic partnership with the University of South Africa in the 2024 Innovation Festival. This move highlights the value placed by the city in Unisa’s innovation agenda. Read more

Unisa Midlands creates a safer environment

As part of Unisa's smart campus programme, Unisa's Midlands Region recently launched the upgrading of security measures to ensure improved safety for all staff, students and visitors. Read more

Unisa’s women student leaders attend leadership conference

The office of Unisa's Dean of Students joined the nation in celebrating Women's Day by hosting an exciting conference for the university's women Student Representative Council members at both national and regional level. Read more