Tasked with maximising the college's contribution to the university's strategic focus areas, Prof Tennyson Mgutshini has recently been appointed Executive Dean of the College of Graduate Studies. He is a distinguished scholar with extensive experience in management, research and postgraduate studies.
Unisa is increasing its footprint in West Africa with student numbers in the region having grown to some 290 postgraduate students by the end of 2023. The majority of these students are enrolled for doctoral studies.
During a recent graduation ceremony at Unisa's Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre, the university and the Ethiopian government renewed their memorandum of agreement for an additional five years. Unisa envisions the centre to become a hub for the Eastern African region.
Students from Unisa's colleges showcased their groundbreaking and future-driven inventions at the inaugural 12th Research and Innovation Festival, demonstrating the university's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
The National Research Foundation's Dr Zolani Dyosi will speak on the subject of A South African model for a Government/Academic/SME innovation and technology development partnership: A case for renewable energy innovations.