Faculties News
Study shows nitrogen fertiliser impact on fodder beet yield and nutrition
Fodder beet is gaining attention as a key livestock feed crop in South Africa, and new research from the North-West University (NWU) shows how nitrogen fertiliser and planting season shape its growth and nutritional value.
Zabesuthu Sithokozisiwe Mngomezulu investigated how two fodder beet varieties respond to different nitrogen levels…
Study develops health-promotion strategies for caregivers of HIV/AIDS orphans
Caregivers of children orphaned by HIV/AIDS carry responsibilities that shape family stability and community support. A new study has produced health-promotion strategies to strengthen their ability to care and sustain their own well-being.
Led by Dr Boitumelo Joy Molato, a PhD graduate from the North-West University (NWU), the study…
Study calls for inclusion of yeast monitoring in South Africa’s groundwater safety regulations
By Gofaone Motsamai
When water gushes from a rural borehole, many see purity, but beneath that clear stream could lie invisible fungal organisms capable of causing serious infections. To protect public health, South Africa should introduce inclusive microbial monitoring, according to a North-West University (NWU…
Recognition of prior learning in indigenous knowledge is vital for SA’s innovation agenda
Recognising prior learning in indigenous knowledge (IK) will ensure that people and communities who have preserved traditional knowledge for generations are included in South Africa’s national innovation agenda.
This is the intention of the national Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), which in partnership with the…
Professor honoured for contribution to mental health advocacy
Efforts to strengthen mental health awareness and policy in South Africa were in focus as Prof Leepile Sehularo from the North-West University (NWU) received the “Special Impact Mental Health Award” during the first Keturah Mental Health Awards in South Africa.
“I am honoured to receive this award,” said Prof Sehularo. “It reflects the…
NWU Research Paper featured in Institute of Physics collection
After long days of teaching English in South Korea, Marcel van der Westhuizen would often find himself pondering the biggest questions imaginable: How will the universe ultimately end? His persistence and curiosity have now paid off.
The Institute of Physics (IOP) has published a special collection of papers featuring the research paper…
NWU and Sedibeng District drive health innovation through research day
In a country where quality healthcare and innovation are vital to social progress, health research stands as one of South Africa’s most powerful tools for change. Recognising this, the North-West University’s (NWU) Faculty of Health Sciences partnered with the Sedibeng District Health Services to co-host this year’s Research Day on 24 October…
Colloquium explores how labour migration has shaped South Africa and Africa
By Mzwandile Ndlovu
Labour migration has featured prominently in South Africa since diamonds and gold were discovered in the 1800s. Migration continues today as people move cross South Africa and Africa in search of new opportunities and a better life.
The subject of migration that took centre stage at a…