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Seeing beyond the horizon: Unisa shapes tomorrow as it expands its research outputs significantly

The latest Universities’ Research Outputs Sector Report released by the DHET is a testament to Unisa's trajectory to reclaim and advance its position as a leading African university, deeply rooted in its mission to shape futures in the service of humanity.

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2026-06-05 00:00:00.0 | Category: Alumni, Corporate

Unisa alumnus transforms academic excellence into entrepreneurial success

The academic and professional journey of Unisa SBL alumnus, Alick Granger, demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation, youth empowerment and inclusive economic development.

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2026-06-05 00:00:00.0 | Category: Featured, Research news, College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured

Leveraging advances in 4IR to foster economic growth

The financial market development and financial technology research of Prof Athenia Bongani Sibindi, who is attached to Unisa’s College of Economic and Management Sciences, aims to contribute meaningful insights and policy recommendations that can help bridge the gap in financial access and promote inclusive growth across diverse populations.

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2026-06-04 00:00:00.0 | Category: Alumni, Corporate

Unisa alumna is shaping the future of business and market development

Graduate School of Business Leadership graduate Nita Ramlutchman says that Unisa provided her with a strong foundation to lead with confidence, and she remains proud to be part of its leadership legacy.

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2026-06-04 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Unisa's Disability-Inclusive Student Support Workshops go from strength to strength

Spearheaded by the Advocacy and Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities, a series of workshops continues to advance disability-inclusive student support across the university’s Western Cape and the Midlands regions.

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2026-06-04 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Graduate Sciences, Featured, Featured, Research news, Corporate

Developing agile graduates for the changing world of work

Speaking during the College of Graduate Studies’ session at Unisa’s Research and Innovation Week, Prof William Amos Pallangyo, Rector and CEO of the Tanzania Institute of Accountancy, highlighted the importance of developing agile, future-ready graduates equipped with practical skills, adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking.

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2026-06-04 00:00:00.0 | Category: Featured, Research news, Corporate

Unisa Innovation Challenge alumnus drives sanitation innovation in Namibia

Through Flushh, a climate-resilient sanitation startup, Kaveto Tjatjara is providing waterless sanitation solutions that create sustainable impact for underserved communities across Namibia.

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2026-06-03 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Education, Featured, Corporate

Rising above challenges: A Unisa student's journey

Gladys Matloga, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education, rose above her peers from other competing students at local universities when she was announced as one of the national winners of the 13th African Organisation for Standardisation Essay Competition.

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2026-06-02 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Yet another PRC success story

For Dr Tlhogi Marumolwa, completing his PhD was never just about earning another qualification. In this interview, he shares his research journey and speaks about how Unisa’s Professional Research Committee supported him.

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2026-06-02 00:00:00.0 | Category: Alumni, Corporate

Unisa alumna shines with agricultural technology solution

For many students, university is a journey of self-discovery, resilience and growth. For Unisa alumna, innovator Caroline Matšatši Matenchi, that journey led her from biomedical science into agricultural technology, where she is now creating solutions for farmers.

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Upcoming events

27 October

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

29 July

Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium

Venue: Unisa, Muckleneuk and Science Campuses
Event dates: 29 - 31 July 2026
Full day