Unisa deployed approximately 100 trained observers to monitor South Africa's 2026 local government elections, assessing electoral integrity, accessibility and voter participation. While observers reported largely peaceful voting, concerns emerged over uneven turnout, technical challenges and the need for greater public engagement in local democracy.Read more

Unisa alumna and doctoral candidate Nokuthula Zulu has been recognised among South Africa’s leading educators after securing second place nationally in the Excellence in Secondary School Teaching category at the 2026 National Teaching Awards. Her innovative teaching methods have helped improve learner performance, including achieving a 100% pass rate in Business Studies.Read more

Unisa is marking Disability Rights Awareness Month from 3 November to 3 December 2026 with a campaign that promotes sign language accessibility, celebrates the experiences and achievements of persons with disabilities, and calls for meaningful institutional and societal change. Under the theme Beyond Silence, Beyond Disability, the university is encouraging its community to move beyond awareness towards sustained action that advances dignity, equality and inclusion.Read more

College of Law staff member Terence Tshikosi has earned his Master of Commerce in Business Management with distinction, demonstrating how discipline, determination and institutional support can help professional and administrative staff achieve academic excellence while advancing their careers.Read more

Unisa PhD candidate Annarien Headley has received the SAWiSA DSTI-Prof Keolebogile Motaung Doctoral Fellowship for her research into how stars form in the Milky Way. Her achievement highlights the university’s contribution to astronomy research and the growing role of women in science.Read more

Newly elected Student Parliament Speakers and Deputy Speakers from across Unisa’s regions have undergone specialised training in ethical leadership, parliamentary procedures, dispute resolution and inclusive governance, strengthening their ability to represent students and uphold democratic principles.Read more

Three Unisa students have earned places among 20 student quality assurers selected from across Africa, highlighting the university’s commitment to student leadership and higher education excellence.Read more

Unisa’s final Senate meeting of 2026 highlighted the university’s improved global rankings, growing research recognition and the awarding of more than 61 600 qualifications, reflecting a year of academic progress and institutional achievement.Read more

With South Africa preparing for local government elections, Unisa and the National Press Club brought together government leaders, academics and policy experts to examine municipal failures, financial sustainability and the reforms needed to restore effective service delivery.Read more