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NWU researchers honoured at prestigious NRF Awards
Two North-West University (NWU) scholars have received national recognition for research addressing two defining… Read more
Fulbright specialist helps strengthen NWU’s global reach
A two-week visit by United States-based Fulbright specialist Dr Maryalice “Ali” Mazzara has helped the North-West… Read more
It is time for the South African Blue Crane to spread its wings as a national icon
More than 99% of the world’s Blue Cranes live in South Africa, yet our national bird remains one of the country’s most… Read more
NWU celebrates exceptional results in the 2026 SAICA IAC exams
The North-West University (NWU) has achieved an exceptional 99% pass rate in the combined January and June 2026 Initial… Read more
South Africa’s gender gap begins before the first payslip
Labour-market figures draw attention to a much larger group of women who are less visible in the transformation… Read more
Research chair aims to take results from the laboratory to the community
South African researchers are increasingly looking for innovative ways to improve health outcomes, particularly as the… Read more
Africa must brace for a powerful El Niño
Africa must brace for a powerful El Niño that could bring punishing heat and drought to the south, while triggering excessive rainfall and flooding in parts of… Read more
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