College of Human Sciences

Celebrating black theology, African heritage, and the black struggle for liberation

The College of Human Sciences recently launched its inaugural annual Abantu Dialogues Colloquium, bringing together scholars, activists, and thought leaders to explore and celebrate the legacy of black theology liberation. Read more

Theological education engaging justice and inclusion

Practical theologian, Prof Marilyn Naidoo, pioneers theological education that is engaging, critical, liberating and humanising. Read more

Unisa hosts festival in support of marginalised languages

Earlier this year, the College of Human Sciences took the university's Language Festival on the road, raising awareness of and fostering enthusiasm for indigenous languages among rural learners and educators. Read more

Conference a platform for critically engaging with indigenous knowledge-making

Esteemed scholars from various universities around the world gathered in Cape Town to attend the 4th International Conference on Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices, co-hosted by Unisa. Read more

A remarkable journey of ambition, transformation and leadership in psychology

Once told that psychology was too difficult a field, Unisa's Dr Harold Ncongwane transformed from a radio presenter with big dreams into a pioneering force shaping the future of healthcare and education in South Africa Read more

Tshwane FM station manager earns second degree from Unisa

"Unisa has not only advanced my career, but additionally enriched my personal development," says Tshwane FM station manager and two-time Unisa graduate, Tebogo Jacko Magubane. Read more

Development Studies scholar from CHS illuminates climate justice

The College of Human Sciences' Dr Kholofelo Moeng completed groundbreaking research on the just transition towards a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy in South Africa, highlighting the critical issue of climate justice. Read more

A noble scholar making great strides in academia and society

Prof Azwihangwisi Mavhandu-Mudzusi's passion for education and research on HIV/AIDS management and LGBTQI+ acts on the needs of South Africa and the continent. Read more

Blending career guidance and cybersecurity awareness

The Career Guidance and Cybersecurity Awareness (CGCA) project team recently visited the North West and Mpumalanga, where they shared crucial insights on upward mobility and digital safety. Read more about how this project is transforming lives and opening doors to a brighter future. Read more

Recognition for Unisan’s journey of decolonising African epistemology

The College of Human Sciences’ Prof Elijah Baloyi was recently honoured at the International Conference of the African Languages Association of Southern Africa for authoring a groundbreaking article written in Xitsonga, a language often marginalised among South Africa's official languages. Read more