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Community champion and agricultural entrepreneur extraordinaire honoured by Unisa

Piet Warren, a figure of immense stature in the agricultural sector, was recently awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) in recognition of his profound impact on agricultural sustainability, community empowerment and economic development. Read more

Unisa remains anchored among the waves

Unisa held a media briefing on Wednesday, 17 April 2024. Following robust and factual presentations, it was clear that Unisa’s core function remains intact and solid. Its progress in research and innovation continues to position the university as an outstanding, globally competitive contributor to higher education.Read more

Ghanaian-born Swede earns PhD in Information Sciences from Unisa

Baaba Bonuedie, a Ghanaian-born resident of Sweden, defied the odds to graduate with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Sciences from Unisa during the #2024UnisaAutumnGraduations. Her story exemplifies Unisa's global reach and ability to positively empower students to impact their communities, even from afar. Read more

Unisa honours global icon Dr Esther Mahlangu for her mathematical indigenous knowledge

Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) to Internationally acclaimed Ndebele artist Dr Esther Mahlangu in recognition of her profound mathematical principles embedded in her breathtaking and mesmerising artworks. As an African university, Unisa is committed to recognising and affirming indigenous knowledge systems. Read more

Unisa KZN Region explores extending university services to KwaMpungose community

The Unisa KwaZulu-Natal Region and KwaMpungose Traditional Council recently met to explore extending university services to the rural community. The meeting explored many ideas, possibilities and solutions presented by community leaders who spoke at length about their endeavour to establish a community college in the area. Read more

Unisa Midlands hosts plagiarism awareness workshop

Presented in partnership with the Regional Student Representative Council, the aim of the workshop was to create awareness of plagiarism with a focus on proctoring tools, examination processes, and student disciplinary processes. Read more

Legendary muso Ray Phiri honoured by Unisa

In recognition of the impact he made with his outstanding contributions and singular accomplishments in music, jazz supremo and Stimela frontman Ray Phiri was posthumously awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Music by the university on12 April. Read more

A recognition for women who refuse to be defined and confined by patriarchy

Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Theology ( Honoris Causa) to Bishop Nomthandazo Purity Malinga, the 100th Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church of Southern Africa (MCSA). Malinga is the first woman to take on the role in the MCSA. Read more

Unisa confers honorary doctorate to iconic visual artist Angus Van Zyl

Unisa commenced its autumn graduation ceremonies on 10 April 2024. About 40,000 students are set to graduate during the season-a symbol of Unisa's steadfast commitment to shaping futures in the service of humanity. Additionally, the university conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Art History (Honoris Causa) to renowned South African artist Angus Van Zyl Taylor. Read more