Alumni
"Networks are our net worth"
A recent Unisa alumni chapter gathering in Zimbabwe emphasised the importance of fostering professional networks and highlighted the value of relationships in professional and personal development. Read more
In conversation with an award-winning author, academic and Unisa alumna from Costa Rica
The Unisa Alumni Relations Office recently interviewed Dr Natasha Gordon-Chipembere regarding her personal life, her academic and professional journey, and her views on the life of Sarah Baartman. Read more
Vilakazi Street: a legacy of Unisa alumni and resilient education
At the forefront of the historical legacy of Vilakazi Street in Soweto are three iconic figures and Unisa alumni whose lives are intertwined with South African history: former President Nelson Mandela, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Dr Benedict Vilakazi. Read more
Unisa alumni in Namibia serve and network
The Unisa Alumni Relations Office recently connected with alumni in Windhoek, Namibia, fostering community impact with a visit to the Katutura Old Age Home and hosting an alumni dinner. Read more
Generous donation boosts high-tech support for Unisa students with disabilities
Computers, peripherals and accessories donated by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency to the amount of R600 000 will be installed at Unisa's Advocacy and Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities' regional labs across the country, further boosting essential academic support for students living with disabilities. Read more
Unisa supports golf day celebrating European commerce
The university recently co-sponsored the European Union Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Southern Africa's golf day, an annual event celebrating European business in South Africa. Read more
Unisa alum's inspiring journey towards championing social justice
Becoming an Advocate is a journey that requires resilience, dedication and a deep commitment to justice, all qualities that Dr Advocate Oupa Mabusela embodies in his personal life, and through his extensive work in the legal field and advocacy for social justice. Read more
“Thanks to the Unisa student debt relief fund, I now confidently submit my CV"
Jeffrey Masina, a dedicated Unisa alumnus, achieved his marketing qualification with the help of the Unisa student debt relief fund, overcoming financial barriers that once stood in his way. Read more
Unisa alumni cocktail event strengthens community ties in Zambia
The Unisa Alumni Relations Division hosted a vibrant cocktail event at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Lusaka, fostering networking among Zambian alumni and promoting postgraduate opportunities. Convenor Tisangechi Sakala inspired attendees with a call to engage in community projects. Read more
Unisa launches inaugural alumni event in Angola
The Unisa Alumni Relations Division hosted its first alumni gathering at the InterContinental Luanda Miramar, aiming to deepen ties with alumni in Angola. The event facilitated professional networking and discussions about establishing a local alumni chapter, reinforcing the university's regional presence and brand. Read more
