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NWU advances in Computer Science in the latest subject rankings of the THE
The North-West University (NWU) begins 2026 on a positive trajectory, recording a notable improvement in the Computer Science subject group of the… Read more
NWU becomes first South African university with official AI policy
The North-West University (NWU) has become the first South African university to adopt an official artificial… Read more
No walk-in enquiries/applications allowed during registration of first-year students in 2026
The North-West University (NWU) congratulates matriculants who have passed their 2025 examinations. Well done and best… Read more
Advocate Andy Mothibi appointed as the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP)
The North-West University (NWU) congratulates its alumnus, Advocate Andy Mothibi, on his appointment as the… Read more
NWU Master’s student represents South Africa at BRICS Research Institute Debate
Thabo Rakuba, a 27-year-old Master’s student at the North-West University’s Potchefstroom Campus, recently… Read more
NWU FM dominate at the North West Media Awards
Student radio talent stood tall at the 2025 North West Media Awards, where NWU FM, the radio station of the North-West University (NWU), won major… Read more
Applications and admissions at the North-West University 2026
The North-West University (NWU), a South African public higher education institution, whose policies and rules are governed in accordance with the supreme law… Read more
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