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Right judgement call limits pace of interest rate increase
“As was expected, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) continued with its interest-raising cycle with an… Read more
Spike in media coverage in 2022 as NWU takes the spotlight
It cannot be disputed that 2022 was an eventful year for news outlets. The invasion of Ukraine; a global rise in inflation; the death of prominent… Read more
NWU has reached capacity – no walk-in students allowed during registration of first-year students
The North-West University (NWU) will not allow persons who did not qualify for admission, did not receive an offer to study at the NWU or who… Read more
NWU Business School appoints new chief director
A new chief director has joined the Business School of the North-West University (NWU). Dr Joseph Sekhampu, an executive in private higher… Read more
Don’t let festive season woes become your financial norm
’tis the season to be jolly, but many a South African will feel more trepidation than delight as the celebrations of the festive season loom.… Read more
NWU Business School receives maximum term of AABS accreditation
The Business School at the North-West University (NWU) is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a five-year accreditation by the… Read more
About our VC
Prof Bismark Tyobeka, a leading nuclear power expert, started his term as principal and vice-chancellor of the NWU on 1 June 2022. Read more about the man at the helm of the NWU.
Tottenham tourism saga: Right idea, wrong focus
A proposed three-year deal by the Department of Tourism and SA Tourism to sponsor English Premiership club Tottenham Hotspur has caused widespread consternation and has received plenty of condemnation in what many deem an ill-thought venture.
According to Prof Peet van der Merwe from… Read more
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