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Finding the strength to persevere

Law graduate Meckhala Reddy's greatest motivation was the memory of her late mother, whose pride in her academic achievements became a powerful driving force. Read more

Disability awareness at Unisa: Disability is not inability

As National Disability Rights Awareness Month commences, the university reflects on its inclusive institutional structures, policies, and technologies to facilitate universal access. Read more

Young communicators gain experience at Unisa

Through an internship programme, the Department of Institutional Advancement's Communications Division provides Unisa alumni with the opportunity to gain practical experience and improve future employability. Read more

Unisa doctoral voices: stories of grit, growth and greatness

From theology to technology, nursing to decolonial scholarship – meet the extraordinary graduates who turned distance learning into a journey of self-discovery, resilience and purpose. Read more

A triumph in books and rhythms: Maskandi music sensation graduates from Unisa

Singer and songwriter, Siphesihle Thobelani Busani, also known as Mahostela 97, obtained his Bachelor of Education degree at Unisa during the spring season graduations. Busani advocates for holistic success and balance in all endeavours, to which he ascribes his stunning achievement in music and academia. Read more

Unisa alumna leading Africa's archives revolution

Lyborn Mabapa embodies how Unisa's Department of Information Science empowers students to transform their lives and communities. Read more

From Kwekwe to Unisa: An inspiring PhD journey

“Balancing work, family and study is never easy – but with determination, it becomes possible,” says Simba Matema, a doctoral student in Marketing and Retail Management. Read more

Unisa's Masedi Masekane makes academic history

At the recent Unisa spring graduation ceremonies, the College of Science, Engineering and Technology's Masedi Masekane was conferred a double doctoral degree in Physics with top honours, having been awarded the PhD magna cum laude by the University of Zagreb in Croatia for the same body of work. Read more

From rural roots to doctoral heights

Dr Motswalle Christina Kanyane's PhD journey at Unisa's College of Education was deeply personal, inspired by a shared dream she and her husband once nurtured to both earn their doctoral degrees by the age of 55. Read more