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Unisa VC honoured for commitment to student health and development

Prof Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa's Principal and Vice-Chancellor, received an Award of Gratitude from Higher Health on 8 June 2026, recognising her pioneering work in student wellness and psychosocial support.

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2026-06-09 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Unisa Library launches partnership in the Ostrich Capital

On 23 April 2026, a partnership between the Unisa Cape Town Branch Library and the Oudtshoorn Municipality Library was officially launched at the CJ Langenhoven Library.

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2026-06-09 00:00:00.0 | Category: College of Human Sciences, Featured, Featured, Research news, Corporate

Gender and sexuality viewed through the lens of decolonial inquiry

Unisa's Department of Gender and Sexuality Studies hosted a dynamic seminar and lecture during Research and Innovation Week that brought together internationally renowned scholarship, interdisciplinary research and critical engagement with questions of race, gender, sexuality, religion and decoloniality.

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2026-06-09 00:00:00.0 | Category: Featured, Research news, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Featured, Corporate

Ensuring sustainable production of high-quality fresh produce

The research of Unisa's NRF Y-rated scholar and horticulturist, Dr Sabelo Shezi, seeks to develop means of harvesting fresh produce and preserving it until it reaches the consumer nationally and internationally.

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2026-06-08 00:00:00.0 | Category: Featured, Research news, Corporate

Unisa symposium amplifies the spirit of African reclamation

A symposium recently presented by the Chief Albert Luthuli Research Chair as part of Unisa's Research and Innovation Week brought together the academic community, writers and publishers to explore how African languages can be reclaimed, promoted and strengthened.

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2026-06-08 00:00:00.0 | Category: Lead, Corporate

2025 Economist of the Year crowned by BMR/Unisa

South Africa's top economic forecasters gathered in Pretoria as Sasol economist Ian Marsberg was named the 2025 BMR/Unisa Economist of the Year, in a prestigious competition that highlights Unisa's pivotal role in shaping informed policy decisions and advancing inclusive economic growth in South Africa and beyond.

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2026-06-05 00:00:00.0 | Category: Alumni, Corporate

Unisa alumnus transforms academic excellence into entrepreneurial success

The academic and professional journey of Unisa SBL alumnus, Alick Granger, demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation, youth empowerment and inclusive economic development.

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2026-06-05 00:00:00.0 | Category: Featured, Research news, College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured

Leveraging advances in 4IR to foster economic growth

The financial market development and financial technology research of Prof Athenia Bongani Sibindi, who is attached to Unisa’s College of Economic and Management Sciences, aims to contribute meaningful insights and policy recommendations that can help bridge the gap in financial access and promote inclusive growth across diverse populations.

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2026-06-04 00:00:00.0 | Category: Alumni, Corporate

Unisa alumna is shaping the future of business and market development

Graduate School of Business Leadership graduate Nita Ramlutchman says that Unisa provided her with a strong foundation to lead with confidence, and she remains proud to be part of its leadership legacy.

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2026-06-04 00:00:00.0 | Category: Corporate

Unisa's Disability-Inclusive Student Support Workshops go from strength to strength

Spearheaded by the Advocacy and Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities, a series of workshops continues to advance disability-inclusive student support across the university’s Western Cape and the Midlands regions.

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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