On 25 March 2026, QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Ranking released results for institutions in the subject areas in which such institutions have been nominated for…
On 30 and 31 January 2025, the Unisa Music Foundation Directorate hosted the final leg of the two-week-long 7th Unisa International Voice Competition. Some of the world’s top…
As a young academic with limitless potential, Unisa’s Dr Muthumuni Managa is making a mark in the scientific community to benefit society through ensuring access to safe and…
The South African Democratic Teachers Union alleges schools are pressuring learners in grade 10 and upwards to drop maths to protect overall matric pass rates
It stays abreast of current developments and ensures an Africa-first education
Competitors from across the globe took part
A lack of cohesion and common vision means the continent has lost clout on the world stage
The minister wanted to make the move in the wake of independent reports flagging poor financial controls, fruitless and wasteful expenditure, and mismanagement
Professor Puleng LenkaBula lauds the distance learning institution, despite a damning report and battle over it being placed under administration
Among the numerous allegations are that millions were used to refurbish the vice-chancellor’s official residence, which she is yet to move into
She combines a fighting spirit with a commitment to feminist and ubuntu ethics — qualities that will drive change at the institution
The economy is not producing work, with many young adults working outside their fields of study or considering leaving the country as a result
The EFF is going to court in a bid to have the higher education minister’s directive that Unisa lower its first-time student intake overruled
Professor Puleng Lenkabula will be the first woman vice-chancellor since Unisa’s establishment 148 years ago. She is also the fifth women vice-chancellor in the country
The outgoing vice-chancellor’s term has been extended to April to allow for a smooth hand-over
Development cannot be achieved unless we achieve universal access to education
English is a valuable resource, but we cannot continue to promote it at the expense of the indigenous languages — including Afrikaans
Advocates of retaining Afrikaans as a language of instruction are blind to their own prejudices
Varsities are determined to complete the first semester even if it hinders some students
‘I’ve always loved learning’
