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In pursuit of using natural medicine to treat disease

A young scholar in pursuit of changing lives through research, Kabelo Mokgalaboni is currently involved in research focusing on medicine that uses plants and traditional vegetables that are freely available in rural areas due to their proven efficacy. Read more

Experimental farm takes Unisa’s agricultural research and training to the next level

The university’s newly acquired farm will be a research and training hub presenting students in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences with access to facilities that support advanced research and entrepreneurship, and provide hands-on experience in agricultural techniques. Read more

Unisa and Inqaba Biotec unveil groundbreaking DNA research platform

This first of-its-kind breakthrough signifies a major leap forward in bolstering the university's catalytic niche areas focusing on science and technology, and in addition, unlocks more insights into health, agriculture and environmental research. Read more

Pioneering Agriculture and Environmental Enterprise Innovation Summit hosted by Unisa

Hosted by the university's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, the impactful summit brought together distinguished leaders and stakeholders from the agricultural and environmental sectors and marked a significant step towards fostering collaboration and innovation. Read more

Unisa expo ignites interest in agricultural and environmental careers

Excitement filled the air when Unisa's Gauteng Region Counselling and Career Development Unit, in collaboration with the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, recently hosted a career expo which sought to inspire and educate learners about the myriad of career opportunities in the agriculture and environmental sectors. Read more

Pioneering workshop in Zambia aimed to decolonise education

Prof Ashley Gunter of Unisa's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences recently co-hosted a transformative workshop in Zambia centring on the critical theme of decolonising education which aligns with global movements towards more inclusive and representative curricula. Read more

Academic journey a testament to dedication and resilience

Having recently reached the pinnacle of his academic journey by obtaining a PhD in Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences academic Dr Matome Simeon Maake is a shining example of perseverance and scholarly pursuit. Read more

Seeds of curiosity: From DNA to dinner plate

Speaking at the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences' Research and Innovation Day will be Distinguished Unisa Prof Michael Pillay, whose work in the fields of banana breeding and genetics has had a profound impact on agricultural sciences. Read more

Unisa upskills local farmers to create food security and self-employment

Farmers and youth in the Eastern Cape are set to benefit from a groundbreaking agreement between Unisa and the Gompo Farmers Association, which was recently formalised by signing a Memorandum of Understanding. Read more

Farming community inspires Unisa student to pursue education in agriculture

Agriculture is an integral component of the development of Africa and has been a vital tool for economic growth and the alleviation of poverty in many communities. Unisa student, Simlindile Ndatsha, was raised in a farming community, which inspired him to pursue agricultural education with the aim of investing back in his community. He is currently doing his PhD in Agriculture. Read more