The Unisa SASUF Student Network, an initiative uniting Unisa with 37 partner universities across Sweden and South Africa, will foster academic exchange, cultural understanding, and collaboration among students from these two diverse yet interconnected regions.
2026-07-21 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Discover how biotechnology is driving a healthier, sustainable future
Healthcare specialist Dr Mzulungile Nodikida, CEO of the South African Medical Association, will discuss how biotechnological innovation is transforming healthcare, strengthening food safety and creating sustainable solutions for Africa's future at the Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Symposium from 29 to 30 July 2026.
2026-07-20 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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African Languages lecturer reaches for the stars
Thembinkosi Ngomane says completing a master's degree on the gender nuances in Siswati folktales has fuelled him with motivation to aim higher and serves as a reminder that nothing is impossible.
2026-07-20 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Refusing to let silence define her story
For Zamile Mafuna, who was born deaf, graduating with a Postgraduate Diploma in Science, Engineering and Technology from Unisa was far more than an academic achievement. It was the fulfilment of a dream shaped by resilience, discipline and an unwavering belief in the power of education.
2026-07-20 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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A journalist who accepted the academic gospel
Interviewing prominent figures like President Cyril Ramaphosa at YFM made Unisa's Dr Nkululeko Sibiya realise that there was a deeper level of theoretical, structural and analytical knowledge that he had not yet acquired through formal education.
2026-07-20 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Advancing gender justice through research that transforms society
Join Ambassador Ruby Marks, Co-Lead of the Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Working Group of the Beijing+30 African Women's Movement, at the Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium as she explores how Africa-centred feminist, womanist and Bosadi scholarship is informing policy, advancing institutional transformation and contributing to societal impact beyond academia.
2026-07-17 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Wearing her achievement with pride
Serurubele Stone travelled from Canberra, Australia, to South Africa to graduate with distinction with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, wearing a custom-made Unisa dress that reflected both her gratitude and her pride.
2026-07-17 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa explores solutions to youth unemployment
Experts, policymakers and students gathered at Unisa to explore how stronger partnerships, practical workplace experience and inclusive leadership can help address South Africa's youth unemployment crisis.
2026-07-17 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa shines as four academics reach the finals of South Africa's prestigious 'Science Oscars'
Four Unisa researchers have been recognised among South Africa's leading scientists, earning finalist spots in the 2025/2026 NSTF-South32 Awards for groundbreaking work in healthcare, clean energy, nanotechnology and innovation.
2026-07-16 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Breaking barriers through RPL
Having gained admission through the recognition of prior learning route, Samkelisiwe Ntuli-Mkhize drew on that same determination throughout her studies, overcoming challenges on her journey to graduating with a Master of Arts in Communication Science.
International Conference on Coastal, Marine, and Maritime Research (COMMRE 2026)
Venue: Durban International Conference Centre (Durban ICC)
Event dates: 27 - 30 October 2026
Full day
Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium
Venue: Unisa, Muckleneuk and Science Campuses
Event dates: 29 - 31 July 2026
Full day
Venue: Bamboo Hall
Event dates: 23 July 2026
Time: 17:00:00 - 19:00:00