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Chartered accountant Asanda a testimony to the power of perseverance

Inspirational Unisan Asanda Ngcikiza predominantly self-funded her Unisa studies and became a chartered accountant at the age of 35 while juggling a full-time job and three kids as a single mother.Read more

The future of Unisa embrace their #Heritage

Against the backdrop of the national theme for #HeritageMonth this year, “Celebrating South Africa’s living human treasures”, Unisa students share their views on what heritage means to them.Read more

Disabled? Unisa offers expert support

By formally disclosing your disability, you gain immediate access to a range of academic and other support services at Unisa. Find out how.Read more

A great opportunity for young writers

Are you a creative writer seeking opportunities to be published? The Journal of African Youth Literature is calling for submissions in African languages and languages widely spoken in Africa.Read more

Studying in the time of Covid-19: How to cope

Find out what the stress factors are that affect studying in this difficult time, and how to access the great support services offered by various units at Unisa.Read more

Unisa students share their journeys – Amanda Hulley

Reflecting on Women’s Month, Forensic Science and Technology Student Amanda Hulley says that, in the legal fraternity, women remain disadvantaged when compared to their male counterparts.Read more

Sanlam mask donation bolsters Unisa’s anti-Covid-19 campaign

In a donation sourced and secured by the Unisa Foundation, financial services giant Sanlam continued its long-standing partnership with the university by donating 1 500 co-branded masks on 20 August 2020. Read more

Unisa students share their journeys – Natasha Chiswa

Law student Natasha Chiswa says that growing up, she was always eager to bring meaningful and significant change to people’s lives. She maintains that justice is a powerful tool that should be used to bring about change and ensure fairness and equality.Read more

Unisa students share their journeys – Phumelela Nzama

Education student Phumelela Nzama says that the more he taught and helped other students, the more he understood that being an educator is not about you, but rather about serving others. Read more