Through his research, Unisan Lwando Majikijela highlights significant shifts in the expression of sexuality and gender performativity within black township spaces in mining areas, emphasising the origins of much queer heritage from these communities. Read more

Unisa Law Clinic Candidate Attorney Thembisile Mahuwa has recently been recognised by two major awards: The Mail & Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans 2024, under the legal services category, and the Sunday World's Unsung Heroes 2024, under the education category. Read more

These are the words of Dr Stefani Chabwera, as he paid tribute to his late doctoral supervisor, Dr Truelove Mkhwanazi from the College of Education, who passed away before he graduated. Read more

Unisa’s National Student Representative Council (NSRC) recently embarked on a transformative journey to Moscow, Russia. The trip symbolised Unisa’s commitment to fostering and strengthening partnerships that benefit its student body. The NSRC aimed to uncover potential collaboration and funding opportunities.Read more

Speaking at the National Postdoctoral Fellowship Forum at Unisa, HR expert Amanda Glaeser emphasised the necessity of aligning expectations between mentors and mentees, and the chemistry required for successful collaborations in postdoctoral research. Read more

Inclusivity in education, especially in a South African context and environment like Unisa, is vital as it ensures all students, regardless of background or ability, have equal opportunities to learn and succeed. The Student Retention Unit has bolstered efforts to ensure student success. Read more

The prestigious three-day event brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including postdoctoral fellows, administrators, funders, and service providers. In addition, the forum witnessed the launch of the much-anticipated guideline booklet specifically designed for postdoctoral fellows. Read more

Manqoba KaMpiyamampondo Mdluli is a Unisa alumnus hoisting the Unisa flag on continental platforms. He is on his third tour as a South African Diplomat in foreign lands and on his second assignment in the Republic of South Sudan. He has also served in Tanzania between 2015–2018 and the Republic of South Sudan between 2012–2014.Read more

Prof Dereje Bayiss Demissie recently received the Unisa Principal's Award for Distinguished Alumni in Research. From his early education in Ethiopia to his groundbreaking contributions to maternal and child health, Demissie's story is a testament to dedication, perseverance and academic excellence. Read more