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Consistency and progress underpin the global standing of the NWU
The North-West University (NWU) has once again demonstrated consistency in the latest global university rankings. Its… Read more
Honorary doctorate celebrates Sandra Prinsloo’s artistic legacy
Legendary stage and screen actress Sandra Prinsloo’s career has been marked by memorable performances spanning more… Read more
The Eagles are the 2026 USSA Cross Country Champions
The North-West University (NWU) Eagles were not only crowned the overall winners of the 2026 University Sport South Africa (USSA) Cross Country… Read more
National teaching honour recognises researcher’s passion for student success
A researcher in physiology at the North-West University (NWU) has received one of the highest levels of recognition for… Read more
Nursing student Mecayla Johnson takes her skills to the world stage
Mecayla Johnson is ready to step on the world stage. After months of intensive preparation, the North-West University (… Read more
Alumni explore partnership to support Lefoko Village Library Project in Botswana
By: Keabetswe Gopane
North-West University (NWU) alumni in Botswana are exploring a… Read more
Give our future doctors the home they deserve
South Africa has trained 3 277 doctors in Cuba, but at a current cost of around R1.62 million per student, Prof. Bismark Tyobeka asks whether a programme… Read more
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