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Unisa to host the illustrious ACDE's 20th Anniversary Seminar

Unisa, in partnership with the African Council for Distance Education (ACDE), will host the ACDE's 20th Anniversary Seminar, marking a milestone of two decades of the council's leadership in strengthening open, distance and e-learning across the African continent. Read more

Foregrounding vocal artistry excellence at Unisa's premier music competition

The 7th Unisa International Voice Competition has officially opened as one of the university's flagship music events, which featured enchanting performances by internationally acclaimed musicians Jasmine Chen and Musa Ngqungwana, offering audiences an inspiring and diverse vocal showcase, and a glimpse of what to anticipate in the competition. Read more

The National Dialogue Steering Committee entrusted with helping to reimagine South Africa's future

Speaking at the induction of the National Dialogue Steering Committee, which took place on 17 and 18 January 2026, His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that the committee is entrusted with helping to reimagine South Africa's future, also reiterating that the dialogue should be inclusive. Read more

The 7th Unisa International Voice Competition promises an electrifying music experience

The much-anticipated 7th Unisa International Voice Competition will take place from 20 to 31 January 2026, attracting outstanding vocal talent from across the globe and reaffirming the university's longstanding commitment to excellence in music performance and education. Read more

Unisa Radio celebrates and reflects on a productive year

The station hosted a much-anticipated year-end workshop that brought together staff, management, and guests for a fun-filled day of learning, reflection, and celebration. Read more

Celebrating a university on the rise

‘Forward ever, backward never’ was the central theme of the address by Professor Puleng LenkaBula, Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, at the university’s vibrant Official Closing of the 2025 Academic Year.Read more

Unisa celebrates student leaders’ academic achievements

Hosted by the Department of Student Affairs, the first Academic Awards Gala Dinner brought together dignitaries and proud nominees from the National and Regional Student Representative Councils to recognise outstanding achievements during 2025.Read more

Unisa conference empowers men and boys to say no to violence

Themed “Men and Boys Matter: Reimagining Gender Inclusion in South Africa’s Systems”, the university’s 4th Annual Men’s Conference empowered males to play a positive role in their societies.Read more

Universities urged to drive social transformation and sustainable development

Delivering the annual Unisa Founders' Lecture, renowned economist and global leader in sustainable development, Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs, maintained that universities are the most fundamental institutions of societal transformation for the future we want. Read more