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CRDB Bank CEO earns PhD from Unisa

Dr Abdulmajid Mussa Nsekela, Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of CRDB Bank Plc, one of East Africa's largest financial institutions, has graduated with a PhD in Management Sciences from Unisa, underscoring the value of lifelong learning alongside executive leadership at the highest level.

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2026-06-13 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

In a world of misconceptions, clarity is power

Unisa's Department of Leadership and Transformation recently held an online webinar titled "Albinism Awareness: Knowledge Breaks Stigma" to address albinism-related issues.

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2026-06-12 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Featured, Featured, Research news, Corporate

CSET showcases research excellence at Unisa Research and Innovation Week 2026

As part of the 2026 Unisa Research and Innovation Week, the College of Science, Engineering and Technology delivered a dynamic four-day programme of activities at the Unisa Science Campus in response to the theme "Unisa’s Catalytic Niche Areas: Powering Change".

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2026-06-12 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Human Sciences, Featured, Corporate

Celebrating a linguist in pursuit of greatness

Having recently obtained an Honours Degree in African Languages, Rethabile Mokoke's academic journey is deeply rooted in a passion for preserving and elevating her mother tongue, Sesotho, particularly its rich oral literature and traditional teachings.

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2026-06-12 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Featured, Corporate

Unisa advances digital skills through robotics and coding initiative

The university’s Western Cape Region and the School of Computing recently hosted an interactive Robotics and Coding Workshop to respond to rapid technological advancement and the demands of the digital economy.

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2026-06-12 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Unisa's Eastern Cape open day attracts strong student interest

The recent open day provided students with valuable information about a wide range of academic and student support services available at the university.

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2026-06-12 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Unisa's marathon heroes depart for Comrades glory

The university formally bid farewell to Unisa Athletics Club members who will be participating in the 2026 Comrades Marathon, reaffirming the university's commitment to promoting employee wellness.

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2026-06-12 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Unisa strengthens collaboration to advance catalytic niche areas

The university's Western Cape Region recently hosted a high-level delegation from the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration in implementing the university's catalytic niche areas and broader institutional priorities.

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2026-06-11 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Education, Featured, Featured, Research news, Corporate

Call to foster interdisciplinary collaboration

The College of Education successfully hosted a segment during Unisa's Research and Innovation week under the theme "Unisa’s Catalytic Niche Areas: Powering Change".

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2026-06-11 00:00:00.0 | Category: Alumni, College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured

Doctoral graduate unpacks labour relations crisis in Ghana's public sector

New Unisa PhD graduate, Dr Kenneth Parku from Ghana, is tackling one of Africa's toughest public sector problems. His research reveals why strikes keep crippling services and how labour relations can drive performance.

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Upcoming events

27 October

International Conference on Coastal, Marine, and Maritime Research (COMMRE 2026)

Venue: Durban International Conference Centre (Durban ICC)
Event dates: 27 - 30 October 2026
Full day

29 July

Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium

Venue: Unisa, Muckleneuk and Science Campuses
Event dates: 29 - 31 July 2026
Full day