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

Unisa conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) to Internationally acclaimed Ndebele artist Dr Esther Mahlangu in recognition of her profound mathematical principles embedded in her breathtaking and mesmerising artworks. As an African university, Unisa is committed to recognising and affirming indigenous knowledge systems. 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

In recognition of the impact he made with his outstanding contributions and singular accomplishments in music, jazz supremo and Stimela frontman Ray Phiri was posthumously awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Music by the university on12 April. 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

Unisa commenced its autumn graduation ceremonies on 10 April 2024. About 40,000 students are set to graduate during the season-a symbol of Unisa's steadfast commitment to shaping futures in the service of humanity. Additionally, the university conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Art History (Honoris Causa) to renowned South African artist Angus Van Zyl Taylor. 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