Unisa, in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, hosted a high-level roundtable focusing on geopolitical tensions and the significance of international law, diplomacy and multilateralism.
2026-04-10 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Corporate
Unisa-led Library Week event confronts literacy decline
The university’s Library and Information Services, in collaboration with the Kimberley Public Library, recently hosted a literacy-focused community engagement to help address South Africa’s declining reading culture and to promote the use of indigenous languages in reading and writing.
2026-04-10 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Alumni, Corporate
Unisa alumna reflects on transformative journey as a globally recognised healthcare expert
Prof Isabel Coetzee, a recipient of the 2025 Unisa Principal’s Award for Distinguished Alumni in Research, reflects on her academic and professional journey filled with purpose, resilience and impact.
2026-04-09 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Corporate
Rethinking the history of the Unisa Library as a living intellectual infrastructure
In this article, Professors Mpho Ngoepe and Lorette Jacobs discuss the Unisa Library’s identity as both a heritage institution and a forward-looking knowledge infrastructure
2026-04-08 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Lead, Corporate
‘Africa at a historical turning point’ – Unisa VC
Speaking at the Times Higher Education Africa Universities Summit in Nairobi, Professor Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, said that in a rapidly shifting global order, Africa is increasingly exercising agency and that its universities play a decisive role in defining the continent’s intellectual direction.
2026-04-08 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Law, Featured, Corporate
Unisa conducts successful legal awareness outreach in Mamelodi
The university's Law Clinic recently conducted a successful community outreach programme in Mamelodi as part of its ongoing Public Legal Education and Access to Justice Campaign.
2026-04-08 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Economic and Management Sciences, Corporate, Featured
Unisan calls for an Ubuntu-centred future in the digital age
In a powerful and deeply reflective inaugural lecture, the College of Economic and Management Sciences’ Prof Tshilidzi Eric Nenzhelele unpacked the meaning behind his theme, "I Am Because We Are", weaving together his personal journey with a compelling critique of the current trajectory of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
2026-04-07 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Alumni, Corporate
Unisa honours alumna for excellence in research
When Prof Tlou Maggie Masenya was honoured with the Unisa Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Alumni in Research, it marked a significant milestone in an academic journey that began in a small village in Limpopo.
2026-04-07 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Featured, Research news, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Featured, Corporate
First Black African to attain PhD in geoheritage and geotourism continues to excel at Unisa
Professional natural scientist, Dr Khodani Matshusa, has spearheaded initiatives that tackle about 6 000 abandoned mining legacies in South Africa and their environmental repercussions.
2026-04-02 00:00:00.0 | Category:
Featured, Research news, Corporate
Thought leader in research recognised for excellence
In recognition of supporting the research agenda through the operationalisation of research ethics and integrity at Unisa, Dr Retha Visagie, Manager: Research Integrity in the Directorate of Research Support, was honoured with the Support Staff Excellence Award.
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
3rd International Higher Education Teaching, Learning and Student Support Conference
Event dates: 04 - 07 May 2026
Full day