News & Events
Rethinking the history of the Unisa Library as a living intellectual infrastructure
In this article, Professors Mpho Ngoepe and Lorette Jacobs discuss the Unisa Library’s identity as both a heritage institution and a forward-looking knowledge infrastructure. Read more
Unisa hosts high-level dialogue focusing on geopolitical tensions
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. Read more
Unisa honours alumna for excellence in research
When Professor Tlou Maggie Masenya was honoured with the Unisa Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Alumni in Research, it marked a significant milestone in an academic journey that began in a small village in Limpopo. Read more
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”. Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
Unisa students empowered to combat GBVF
The Office of the Dean of Students recently facilitated an online gender-based violence and femicide awareness campaign to elevate awareness of gender-based violence and femicide, but also to create a supportive campus culture that prioritises the safety and well-being of all students. Read more
Unisa tourism students participate in a notable international challenge
Unisa tourism students gained international exposure in a challenge that brought together peer students, educators and global industry leaders, all focused on developing future-ready talent for the tourism and hospitality industry. Read more
