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NWU’s Prof. Ushotanefe Useh to help shape sustainability in South African higher education
Prof. Ushotanefe Useh, Deputy Dean for Community Engagement and Stakeholder Relations at North-West University's… Read more
A father, a farmer and South Africa’s energy future
By Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU).
… Read moreNWU named finalist in two prestigious Science Oscar Award categories
The North-West University (NWU) continues to shine on the national stage, having been named a finalist in two… Read more
NWU leads the fight for earlier cystic fibrosis diagnosis in South Africa
Cystic fibrosis can be a life-altering and potentially fatal disease, but early detection through newborn screening… Read more
Rebuilding South Africa's ailing public transport system
There was a time when passengers could board a train in Johannesburg, travel through Krugersdorp, Magaliesburg and… Read more
NWU and Taletso TVET College strengthen ties through strategic engagement
A North-West University (NWU) delegation, led by the deputy vice-chancellor for student life, transformation, people… Read more
How TikTok and YouTube are helping keep Setswana culture alive
A Setswana proverb shared on TikTok, a traditional wedding blanket draped over a bride’s shoulders in a music video and folktales narrated through podcasts may… Read more
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