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NWU captain Aphelele Sibisi crowned North West Sport Star of the Year
The historic rise of the North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute into professional football has earned another milestone after captain… Read more
Madlanga Commission and IDAC testimony: Is SA witnessing the failure of leadership or the failure of its anti-corruption system?
The testimony presented before the Madlanga Commission on 29 July 2026 concerning the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC),… Read more
South Africa’s schools have not collapsed, and that is precisely why we should be worried
South Africa’s schools have not collapsed — but “not collapsed” must never become our standard for success. A child who cannot read for meaning… Read moreLessons from Japan: Yesterday can’t fix tomorrow, but today can
By Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU)
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NWU dominates shortlist for 10th North West Sports Awards
The North-West University (NWU) has emerged as one of the most represented institutions in the 2026 North West Sports… Read more
The 555 Plan: a practical route towards rebuilding trust in the police
By Cobus Steenkamp, lecturer and researcher in police practice at the North-West University (NWU).
… Read moreNWU dominates North West Sports Awards with six major honours
The North-West University (NWU) reaffirmed its status as one of the leading sports universities in South Africa after securing six of the top honours at the 10th North West Sports Awards… Read more
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