In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionise education in rural KwaZulu-Natal, Unisa is making strides in establishing a new service centre in Manguzi. The establishment of the centre is poised to enhance the educational landscape significantly, providing vital support and opportunities to students within the uMkhanyakude District and beyond. Read more

From handling the challenges of being part of a polygamous family structure to shouldering the responsibilities of a frontline worker during a pandemic, Ntombeziningi Pretty Khanyile's story is not just about earning a degree - it is a testament to the indomitable spirit of a woman who dared to dream, persist and, ultimately, thrive. Read more

A dedicated, persistent and self-driven Unisa alumna, Wilmarie Pekeur, asserts that when she lacked the resources and was not emotionally and physically fit to attend a residential university due to her visual impairment, Unisa's accessible open and distance e-learning model made it possible for her to pursue her studies. Read more

Firmly believing in using her obstacles as advantages, Unisa alumna, Shani Little, has achieved another qualification despite being physically restricted. Little appreciates the notable support from Unisa's Advocacy and Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities, attesting that it has helped her make her academic journey seamless. Read more

A distinguished leader in the fight for global well-being, Reverend Professor Dr Jooseop Keum, received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Theology (Honoris Causa) at Unisa in recognition of his immense contributions to global peace, economic and ecological justice, during a graduation ceremony held at the Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria on Friday, 31 May 2024. Read more

A workshop hosted by the region in partnership with the Advocacy Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities set out to improve advocacy activities and to promote the accessibility of services for students with disabilities on their academic journeys at Unisa. Read more

Unisa students in the KwaZulu-Natal Region celebrated the fruitful results of their hard- earned success with different qualifications conferred at the Olive Convention Centre, where guests filled the maximum space capacity for six days to support their loved ones. Read more

A recent gathering of scholars, researchers, students and librarians, hosted by Unisa, ventilated critical questions about whether research has an impact on society, and whether innovation is reaching the community at large. Read more

Thebe Ikalafeng, a true beacon of visionary leadership in the realm of Africa-focused branding and marketing, had the audience on their feet with an inspirational address on being African and reclaiming African culture and identity when he received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences (Honoris Causa) at the university on 30 May. Read more