News & Events
Unisa continues its march up the rankings ladder
As a mega-university that invented open distance learning, Unisa continues to prove its exceptional academic stature globally. Authoritative publication US News & World Report has ranked it among the top 10 higher education institutions in South Africa, and the top 900 globally. Read more
Unisa’s engineering disciplines best in SA: Times Higher Education global ranking
The globally respected and widely referenced Times Higher Education World University Rankings, which rates over 1 700 universities across 104 countries and regions, has placed Unisa’s engineering disciplines across the board in joint first place in South Africa. Read more
Graduation dreams come true−Thanks to Unisa alumni
The Unisa alumni are a vibrant group of graduates who contribute towards an Alumni Fund that is utilised towards worthy causes identified by the university. In this feature article, three beneficiaries share how the alumni fund has changed their lives. Read more
Exemplary leadership sees Mbatha graduate
Deputy Secretary of the Unisa Mpumalanga Regional SRC Nomfundo Mbatha takes leadership prowess to the next level by obtaining a Bachelor of Education degree. Mbatha is also The National Executive Committee member of SAUS and the Secretary General of the Unisa College of Education Association. Read more
Creative Unisans conquer investment challenge
Keeping their eyes on the prize, Unisa’s Value Creators Team, innovative students Khanyisile Ndlovu and Junior Mahlangu, have won the JSE Investment Challenge’s Spectacular University Category in two consecutive months and made it to the top three of the overall rounds. Read more
Graduates encouraged to further explore educational trajectories
Delivering his congratulatory address at a recent Muckleneuk graduation ceremony, Thabo Mbeki, the Unisa Chancellor and Former President of South Africa, motivated graduates to continue learning in and beyond a university that educated many illustrious alumni.Read more
Unisan and President of Blind SA graduates with flying colours
Unisan and President of Blind SA recently graduated his master's degree with flying colours. Shortly after completing his qualification, he was appointed in a life-changing role to advocate for people with disabilities in the country.Read more
‘Study further, upskill and reskill’
Speaking at the 2022 Unisa spring graduations, former President of South Africa and Unisa’s Chancellor, Dr Thabo Mbeki, encouraged graduates to upskill and reskill to improve their employability chances. Read more
Palpable excitement as Unisa’s spring graduations commence
With two former South African Presidents in attendance, Unisa’s spring graduation evening ceremony on 04 October was the scene of much joy, celebration and gratitude as graduates from all walks of life crossed the stage towards greatness in the ZK Matthews Great Hall. Read more
