College of Human Sciences
Criminal records and social reintegration: Addressing discrimination
Through education, community engagement and partnerships, Unisa's Dr Mbongiseni Mdakane and his collaborators aim to create a more equitable society that recognises the potential of all individuals, regardless of their past mistakes. Read more
The practice of research ethics in Africa has not served Africans
Speaking at Unisa during a month-long visit as part of the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Programme, Michigan State University’s Prof Ike Iyioke said that Euro-Western ethical principles do not represent the human population and its various social or historical contexts. Read more
Unisa @ 150: Exciting festival to embrace 4IR in CODeL
Unisa's College of Human Sciences will be hosting its highly anticipated Teaching and Learning Festival on 12 July, coinciding with the institution's 150th anniversary. The festival will explore the journey of inclusive 4IR in comprehensive open, distance and e-Learning, while celebrating teaching excellence and honouring this significant milestone. Read more
Exemplary student leader wins estimable writing competition
Enthusiasm to learn more about diplomacy gave Thabiso Mthembu, a Unisa student, the competitive urge to bring his A-game into the DIRCO Essay Writing Contest and, ultimately, come out victorious. Read more
Empowering the church to spread the gospel effectively in the digital era
The Unisa School of Humanities, in collaboration with the Fohloza Foundation, held a Church and Media Seminar, which aimed to emphasise the crucial role of the media in facilitating the spread of the gospel. Read more
Unisa Art Gallery presents exhibition celebrating the university's rich heritage
The Unisa Art Gallery will host an exhibition from 10 June to 7 July 2023, titled "Reimagining the archives and artistic reflection, recording and appraising Unisa's existence". The exhibition will offer visitors an opportunity to delve into Unisa's history through the art lens. Read more
Collaborative efforts to address injury mortality in South Africa
The Unisa Institute for Social and Health Studies, the South African Medical Research Council and the Mpumalanga Province's Department of Health, held a colloquium on Injury Mortality Surveillance: 2019-2022. The colloquium identified road traffic crashes and interpersonal violent incidents as priority causes. Read more
Enthusiastic Unisa academic races for indigenous languages
Promoting African languages, Unisa’s School of Arts Director, Prof Mpho Ngoepe, dedicates his 2023 Comrades Marathon to bridging the gap in children’s literature and literacy. By supporting this initiative, you can help empower future generations to embrace their cultural heritage and contribute to a more linguistically diverse and inclusive society. Read more
Investing in indigenous knowledge for Africa's betterment
Marking the 60th Africa Day anniversary, the Unisa Women’s Forum hosted the Africa Day Lecture reflecting on, among others, indigenous knowledge and sustainability endeavours to better Africa. Read more
Royal academic continues to make a mark in higher education
The AmaRharhabe Kingdom Royal Prince and Professor, Siyasanga Tyali, from the Department of Communication Science, delivered his virtual inaugural lecture titled “Re-imagining the ordinary: On perception, power, and the media”, which delved into the thematic areas relevant to his work. Read more