UCT student Aras Apteker and his brother are helping to inject fresh talent into South African bridge, a game where experienced players have long dominated the competition.

Former judge Albie Sachs shared fond memories of what made former president Nelson Mandela the statesman he was.

The honorary doctorate recognises his contribution to mathematics, education and greater equality in the production of knowledge.

It has been six months since Professor Thokozani Majozi was appointed as deputy vice-chancellor for Research and Internationalisation at UCT.

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) hosted the launch of Professor Saleem Badat’s book, Roads to Rhodes University and Beyond: Adventures in Knowledge and Activism, on 6 July 2026. The event brought together staff, students, scholars and members of the public for a Read More ... The post SPU hosts launch of...

Fossil Free South Africa’s divestment campaign overlooks what Global South universities are for and the complexities they face.

In honour of Nelson Mandela Day 2026, Sol Plaatje University, through the Human Resources Department in collaboration with the Student Wellness Unit, visited the National Association of the Blind and the Women to Women Centre on Friday, 17 July 2026. Read More ... The post Honouring Mandela Day through service...

A session during the Newly Qualified Teachers programme Winter School unpacked the importance of embracing bilingual learning.

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) hosted its inaugural Digital Learning & Innovation Day on Friday, 10 July 2026, bringing academic staff together to reflect on innovation, digital pedagogy and the future of teaching and learning at the University. Hosted by the Read More ... The post Teaching in a digital age:...

University World News, the leading global publication on higher education, has published a feature in its Transformative Leadership series on Sol Plaatje University’s next chapter, in an interview with our Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Debra Meyer. Titled “Creating opportunities for Read More ... The post University World News features SPU’s...

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) student Thandeka Tembo, a Bachelor of Education honours student, is the first SPU student to be selected as a Siyaphumelela DREAM Scholar. She is one of eight students from universities across South Africa chosen as 2026 Read More ... The post Thandeka Tembo opens the national...

Following successful launches at Rhodes University and the University of Cape Town, Sol Plaatje University is honoured to host the launch of Roads to Rhodes University and Beyond: Adventures in Knowledge and Activism by Saleem Badat. Blending memoir, critical reflection Read More ... The post SPU hosts acclaimed book launch...

The Sol Plaatje University Centre for Global Change (CGC) will host its 2026 Sustainability and Resilience Symposium as part of Arbor Week, bringing together researchers, industry experts, practitioners and students to explore innovative responses to some of the world’s most Read More ... The post SPU Arbor Week Symposium to...

On behalf of the Council, Senate, Management, Staff and Students of Sol Plaatje University, I extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Professor Tandi Matsha-Erasmus, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU). Professor Matsha-Erasmus was a Read More ... The post Statement of condolence on the...

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) congratulates Professor Dipane Hlalele, Dean of the Faculty of Education, on his appointment to the 7th Umalusi Council for General and Further Education and Training. He was appointed by the Minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Read More ... The post SPU’s Professor Dipane Hlalele appointed...