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An invitation to share your Unisa@150 story

Your university, the oldest, largest and most progressive in the country, is celebrating its remarkable sesquicentennial this year. As students and alumni, you are the lifeblood of Unisa, and your unique voices are essential in telling the story of this great institution. Find out how you can contribute. Read more

Tshwane Region law students win the Unisa Moot Court Competition

In a competition that seeks to allow law students to put their learning into practice, the Tshwane Region was declared the winner of the Unisa Moot Court Competition.Read more

Returning to Unisa's autumn graduations

Unisa Autumn graduation ceremonies commenced on Wednesday, 22 March 2023, in Pretoria. This season's graduation ceremonies are scheduled to run until 8 June 2023 and will be held in seven regions: Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, East London, Mbombela, Polokwane and Bloemfontein.Read more

Defying the odds during academic journey

In the midst of personal challenges during a critical time in his studies, Unisa alumnus, Nathanael Govender, has passed his master’s degree cum laude. Govender is grateful to Unisa for their academic programmes’ support structure and rigour. Read more

‘A little knowledge is a dangerous thing’ – Unisa Chancellor

Speaking during his bi-annual conversation with students and other interested stakeholders, Unisa’s Chancellor, former President Thabo Mbeki, said that the major challenge facing the African continent is the production of a cadre of intellectuals, people who can produce and apply new knowledge to achieve the advancement of South Africa and the rest of the continent. Read more

A university that defies barriers to deliver education for the marginalised

In celebration of Unisa’s 150th anniversary, esteemed scholars and industry giants share their thoughts on how this august university positively impacts society in South Africa and the globe. Read more

Lekgotla concluded on a high note

Speaking at the conclusion of the first Principal and Vice-Chancellor’s Lekgotla for 2023, Professor Puleng LenkaBula reviewed the crucial issues discussed during the intensive two-day event, noting challenges, opportunities and achievements. Read more

Internationalisation, engaged scholarship ventilated at Lekgotla

As participants at the Principal and Vice-Chancellor’s Lekgotla continued to plot a course for Unisa in its 150th anniversary year, the institution’s international footprint and academic community engagement strategy came under the spotlight. Read more

CAS declares 2023 the year for excellent student support

Committed to advancing and achieving its targets and mandate of strengthening student support services, the College of Accounting Sciences has declared the 2023 academic year for excellent student support by lining up a range of programmes to help students achieve their goals. Read more