Unisa's National Student Representative Council, together with the Internationalisation and Partnerships Directorate, hosted a diplomatic engagement with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to South Africa, in a discussion centred on world geopolitics and Russia’s role in it. Read more

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

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

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

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

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

The university’s visit to the Porterville Public Library in the Bergrivier district brought essential educational resources closer to remote students, bridging the gap between distance learners and academic support. Read more

From humble beginnings in Otjiwarongo, Namibia, to his current role as the Unisa Alumni Chairperson and Director of Academic Development and Support at the Namibia University of Science and Technology, Dr Colen Tuaundu's journey is a testament to resilience, perseverance and education transformation. He is a trailblazer who navigates the realms of education and leadership. Read more

Unisa’s Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation team of experts is building and investing in establishing new start-ups and efficiently skilling innovators to execute their roles on their entrepreneurial journey.Read more