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.
2026-04-07 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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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:
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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.
2026-04-01 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa hosts successful Library Week public lecture
The university's Gauteng Library recently hosted a successful public lecture as part of the South African Library Week celebrations, under the theme "Reclaiming Knowledge, Empowering Futures".
2026-04-01 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa PhD candidate appointed to the FASSET Board
After his nomination by the Department of Higher Education and Training, Simphiwe Artell Malaza, a Unisa PhD candidate, was appointed to the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority Board.
2026-03-31 00:00:00.0 | Category:
College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Featured, Corporate
Unisa connects academia and industry at career day
The School of Computing hosted a career day that converged students, industry leaders and policymakers, signalling a bold step towards preparing graduates for a rapidly evolving digital future.
2026-03-31 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa pays tribute to iconic civil rights activist
Unisa recently honoured the late American civil rights activist, Rev Jesse Jackson Sr, at a memorial seminar in celebration of his monumental contributions in strengthening the bond between the American civil rights movements and South Africa’s struggle against the apartheid regime.
2026-03-31 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa Western Cape empowers students for the future
The region, through its Counselling and Career Development unit, hosted a dynamic and impactful career fair on 18 March 2026.
2026-03-31 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa a leading presence at Africa Universities Summit
Led by Prof Puleng LenkaBula, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, a Unisa delegation is currently participating in the Times Higher Education Africa Universities Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, where the institution also signed a memorandum of understanding with the Africa International University.
2026-03-31 00:00:00.0 | Category:
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Unisa surges ahead in global subject rankings and national creative outputs
In the latest QS World University Rankings, Unisa is ranked highly in six subjects, as opposed to one in the 2022 academic year, while the Department of Higher Education and Training ranks the institution fourth in the country in terms of its creative outputs and innovations during 2024.
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