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Unisa alumnus transforms academic excellence into entrepreneurial success

The academic and professional journey of Unisa SBL graduate, Alick Granger, demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation, youth empowerment, and inclusive economic development. Read more

Unisa alumna is shaping the future of business and market development

Graduate School of Business Leadership graduate Nita Ramlutchman says that Unisa provided her with a strong foundation to lead with confidence, and she remains proud to be part of its leadership legacy.Read more

Rising above challenges: A Unisa student’s journey

Gladys Matloga, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education, rose above her peers from other competing students at local universities when she was announced as one of the national winners of the 13th African Organisation for Standardisation Essay Competition.Read more

Unisa alumna shines with agricultural technology solution

For many students, university is a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and growth. For Unisa alumna, innovator Caroline Matšatši Matenchi, that journey led her from biomedical science into agricultural technology, where she is now creating solutions for farmers.Read more

Unisa workshop empowers nearly 2 000 students for the world of work

More than 1 900 students attended the recent Job Readiness Workshop hosted by the Gauteng Region Counselling and Career Development Unit at Unisa, highlighting growing demand for practical career guidance and employability support among students preparing to enter the workplace.Read more

Office of the Dean of Students hosts engaging development programme

The recent Leadership, Ethics and Personal Development Programme for registered Unisa students aimed to empower students with ethical leadership principles, personal growth skills and transformative development knowledge that can positively influence their academic, personal, and professional journeys.Read more

Unisa’s 2026 R&I Week set to power digital change

Discussions at the opening of the university's 2026 Research and Innovation Week, held under the theme "Unisa’s Catalytic Niche Areas: Powering Change", spotlighted digital catalytic niche areas as essential drivers and vital pillars for future research.Read more

Unisa hosts dialogue with student lawyers

The university’s Midlands Region recently hosted a student engagement session, titled Dialogue with Student Lawyers, which brought together staff, law students, and stakeholders in the legal fraternity.Read more

Revival of COMSA Polokwane branch marks new age for communication students

The Communication Students’ Association recently hosted an induction ceremony in Polokwane to grow the organisation and connect with students.Read more

From silos to synergy: strengthening research through catalytic niche areas

With 40 sessions planned for this year, the College of Graduate Studies' 2026 Catalytic Niche Area programme is continuing to shift the university's research culture from isolated disciplinary work toward meaningful synergies.Read more