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Unisa alumna reflects on transformative journey as a globally recognised healthcare expert
Professor Isabel Coetzee, a recipient of 2025 Unisa Principal’s Award for Distinguished Alumni in Research, reflects on her academic and professional journey filled with purpose, resilience and impact. Read more
Rethinking the history of the Unisa Library as a living intellectual infrastructure
In this article, Professors Mpho Ngoepe and Lorette Jacobs discuss the Unisa Library’s identity as both a heritage institution and a forward-looking knowledge infrastructure. Read more
Unisa hosts high-level dialogue focusing on geopolitical tensions
Unisa, in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, hosted a high-level roundtable focusing on geopolitical tensions and the significance of international law, diplomacy, and multilateralism. Read more
Unisa honours alumna for excellence in research
When Professor Tlou Maggie Masenya was honoured with the Unisa Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Alumni in Research, it marked a significant milestone in an academic journey that began in a small village in Limpopo. Read more
Unisa hosts successful Library Week public lecture
The university's Gauteng Library recently hosted a successful public lecture as part of the South African Library Week celebrations, under the theme “Reclaiming Knowledge, Empowering Futures”. Read more
Unisa PhD candidate appointed to the FASSET Board
After his nomination by the Department of Higher Education and Training, Simphiwe Artell Malaza, a Unisa PhD candidate, was appointed to the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority Board. Read more
Unisa pays tribute to iconic civil rights activist
Unisa recently honoured the late American civil rights activist, Rev Jesse Jackson Sr, at a memorial seminar in celebration of his monumental contributions in strengthening the bond between the American civil rights movements and South Africa’s struggle against the apartheid regime. Read more
Unisa Western Cape empowers students for the future
The region, through its Counselling and Career Development unit, hosted a dynamic and impactful career fair on 18 March 2026. Read more
Unisa strengthens strategic partnerships with UNAM and SAVC
Unisa’s executive and extended management team, led by Professor Puleng LenkaBula, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, recently met with delegates from the University of Namibia and the President of the South African Veterinary Council to foster growth in agricultural and veterinary sciences. Read more
Unisa student uses innovation to improve access to mental healthcare
Proud Unisan Jessica Maleka, a young entrepreneur and winner of the Unisa Innovation Challenge, recently took top honours in the 2026 Venture Crawl International Pitch Competition. Read more
