University choir alumnus and master’s degree graduate in Voice, Robert Gillmer, is the new Nelson Mandela University Choir Conductor.

Reasons to be Proud #R2bP: Deputy Director and Head of Mandela University’s Universal Accessibility and Disability Services (UADS), Dr Nosiphiwo Delubom, has been elected to be the Chairperson of the Higher Education Disability Services Association (HEDSA) from now until 2027.

Reasons to be Proud #R2bP - Senior researcher at Mandela University’s Photovoltaics Research Group Dr Jacqui Crozier McCleland has been awarded the Best Poster Award at the recent 40th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference (EUPVSEC) in Lisbon, Portugal.

Reasons to be Proud R2bP: Five Mandela University academics took the top awards at the recent 16th International Business Conference (IBC 2023) in Swakopmund, Namibia.

The Madibaz Athletics Club will continue its celebration of humanity alongside partner the University’s Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD) when they host The Human Race at Mandela University in Gqeberha on 7 October.

On December 7, 2023, the Centre for Creative Writing and African Languages will be unveiled by Sol Plaatje University‘s School of Humanities. The Centre is deeply devoted to tackling the obstacles encountered by our society in the current era. We Read More ... The post SPU to launch Centre for Creative Writing and African Languages first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post SPU to launch Centre for Creative Writing and African Languages appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

On 29 November 2023, Sol Plaatje University‘s Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Andrew Crouch, hosted a dinner to both welcome and induct the incoming Student Representative Council (SRC) for 2023/24 and to bid a fond farewell to the outgoing SRC members Read More ... The post Celebratory Dinner for SRC Transition first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post Celebratory Dinner for SRC Transition appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

Much fun was had on 25 November 2023 when Sol Plaatje University (SPU) hosted the Talent Pipeline Programme (TPP) Family Day in Postmasburg. Grade 10 learners together with learners, their parents and guardians, school principals, maths and science educators, gathered Read More ... The post Empowering tomorrow’s leaders first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post Empowering tomorrow’s leaders appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is delighted to announce that the De Beers Group has donated the Harry Oppenheimer House (HOH) building in Kimberley to the University following the relocation to Johannesburg in January 2023 of its Sightholder Sales business unit Read More ... The post De Beers donates HOH Building in Kimberley to Sol Plaatje University first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post De Beers donates HOH Building in Kimberley to Sol Plaatje University appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) hosted its second Decade Campaign Gala Dinner on Wednesday, 22 November 2023, at the SPU South Campus Multipurpose Hall. In addition to commemorating SPU’s first 10 years, the dinner’s objective was to raise funds for the Read More ... The post SPU’s Decade of Excellence Gala: Championing future growth with community support first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post SPU’s Decade of Excellence Gala: Championing future growth with community support appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

The day has officially arrived! Our much-anticipated evening at the SPU South Campus Multipurpose Hall is here, and we’re thrilled to announce that the event is completely sold out! see image attached As we gather tonight to celebrate a ‘Decade Read More ... The post Tonight’s the night – SPU’s Decade of Excellence Gala is fully booked! first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post Tonight’s the night – SPU’s Decade of Excellence Gala is fully booked! appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

The renowned artist, Professor Zakes Mda, brings his exceptional talent and compelling artistry to the heart of Kimberley with his eagerly anticipated solo exhibition, “Always The Sun,” at the William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG). The exhibition, curated by WHAG’s Chief Read More ... The post Celebrated Artist Zakes Mda’s “Always The Sun” Solo Exhibition Set to Illuminate William Humphreys Art Gallery first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post Celebrated Artist Zakes Mda’s “Always The Sun” Solo Exhibition Set to Illuminate William Humphreys Art Gallery appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

Exciting news! Our Decade Campaign Gala Dinner, set for 22 November 2023, is almost at full capacity with 90% of our tables already snapped up. Get ready for an unforgettable evening to raise funds for the Lesedi La Afrika Endowment Read More ... The post Gala dinner almost at capacity: Book your seat today! first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post Gala dinner almost at capacity: Book your seat today! appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is celebrating the remarkable achievement of one of its own, Lesedi Bonokwane, as he embarks on an international journey of leadership and learning. Selected for the prestigious Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders Program Read More ... The post Empowering tomorrow’s leaders: Spotlight on SPU’s star at SUSI first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post Empowering tomorrow’s leaders: Spotlight on SPU’s star at SUSI appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

For the first time, Sol Plaatje University (SPU) played host to the prestigious 2023  (FARF) Conference, a significant event under the banner of ‘Sustainability’. Spanning two days, 9 and 10 November, the conference was attended by experts and enthusiasts in Read More ... The post SPU hosts 2023 FARF conference first appeared on Sol Plaatje University. The post SPU hosts 2023 FARF conference appeared first on Sol Plaatje University.

The Sutherland Nine are finally laid to rest in the land of their ancestors, capping a repatriation process that is an exemplary case study.

People living with intellectual disabilities must be included in policy development and implementation processes that directly affect their lives.

Nomusa Ntinga’s physiotherapy terminology e-book is the winner of UCT’s 2023 Open Textbook Award.

CASCADE was launched with a focused mission: to advance the understanding of critical urban health challenges faced by African cities and point towards practical and effective interventions.

The nationwide pollen-monitoring study is the country’s first-ever aerospora monitoring system.

To address the critical issues surrounding maternal health and mental well-being, the Perinatal Mental Health Project organised an event on 23 November.

A cocktail event was held on 20 November to honour the 2023 cohort of the New Academic Practitioners’ Programme.

The three-day programme to restore the sacred remains of the Sutherland Nine to their ancestral home culminated in their burial in the town’s historic Anglo–Boer cemetery.

Prof Kelly Chibale has been awarded an honorary doctorate from one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities, the University of Basel.

The Summit is another step forward in developing mining tech and skills to drive a low-carbon future and just energy transition.

Early ancestors collected eye-catching shells that radically changed the way we looked at ourselves and others.

Honouring 10 Pan-African innovators for outstanding creative achievements as the Festival celebrates a decade of African creativity.

Agents at the heart of creating a better world for the Deaf community mark 25 years of impact and partnerships.

Wits alumni give VC a guided tour of the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.

Insights from the Carnegie Diversifying the Academy programme.

Wits Chemistry student Taskeen Hasrod set to represent South Africa on the global stage at the FameLab science communication competition.

Korean artists 'Handspeak' and South African artists will perform at a festival showcasing Deaf culture as part of celebrations at Wits.

A virtual feast of Africa’s best creative showcases, digital workshops, talks, music, and digital art exhibitions

They graduated in the summer of ’83 but for many of the inaugural Wits Founders, it wasn’t too long ago that they walked across the Great Hall stage.