College of Human Sciences
Recognition for Unisan’s journey of decolonising African epistemology
The College of Human Sciences’ Prof Elijah Baloyi was recently honoured at the International Conference of the African Languages Association of Southern Africa for authoring a groundbreaking article written in Xitsonga, a language often marginalised among South Africa's official languages. Read more
Exploring the future of the automotive sector: Insights from Unisa's CNA Research Symposium
From electric vehicles to global economic impacts, the Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium highlighted how technological advancements and sustainable practices are driving the future of automotive innovation. Read more
Where have all the riddles gone?
A new project in the Department of African Languages sets out to address the fact that the educational worth of indigenous riddles is being devalued, which could lead to the loss of indigenous knowledge and widen the ever-increasing generational divide. Read more
Inspired by the universe, young Unisa student takes top honours in national art competition
Unisa Bachelor of Arts Honours student Sancia van Niekerk recently won first prize in the University of the Western Cape's prestigious "The Beauty of Astronomy" competition, celebrating the breathtaking intersection of art and astronomy. Read more
Unisan honoured for exceptional contribution to African languages
Prof Daniel Matjila of the university's Department of African Languages recently received a prestigious award at the 25th International Conference of the African Language Association of Southern Africa for his groundbreaking article entitled "Water as a Metaphorical Marker in Setswana and Afrikaans Poetry". Read more
Unisans commemorate Mandela Day with the elderly
The Engaged Scholarship Project Team of the Department of Health Studies recently visited A re Aganeng Old Age Home to commemorate Mandela Day on 18 July 2024 with the elderly, in the spirit of 67 Minutes for Mandela. Read more
Unisa launches unique digital humanities initiative
The institution’s College of Human Sciences recently launched its ground-breaking Advancing African Digital Humanities Project. Funded by the Department of Higher Education and Training’s University Capacity Development Programme, the project aims to equip both staff and students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of African digital humanities. Read more
Unisan appointed psychologist for Team South Africa at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Dr Koketjo Tsebe has served in various sporting codes, including as team psychologist for Banyana Banyana at the 2023 Women's World Cup. She brings an immense wealth of knowledge from her academic prowess and vast practical expertise to ensure that SA's Olympic Team performs optimally on the global stage. Read more
Mental health among men in the workplace needs more attention
Dr Daniel Letsoalo from Unisa's Department of Psychology says that it is important for organisations to recognise and create a safer space for men to share their problems in the workplace, and that the stigma of men perceived as weak when seeking professional help should be ended. Read more
Majikijela - a queer scholar raising homosexuality awareness through his work
Through his research, Unisan Lwando Majikijela highlights significant shifts in the expression of sexuality and gender performativity within black township spaces in mining areas, emphasising the origins of much queer heritage from these communities. Read more