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Uitvoerende dekaan gaan waarnemende regter in die Hoë Hof wees
Om as regter aangestel te word, is die toppunt van prestasie vir enige regskundige, en die hoogste erkenning van ’n persoon se vermoë en verbintenis tot geregtigheid. Om as regter in die hoër howe van die land te dien, is ’n gesogte eer wat deur die meeste mense in die regsgemeenskap nagestreef word.
Dr Neo Morei, die uitvoerende dekaan van die Fakulteit Regte by die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU), het hierdie gesogte aanstelling as ’n waarnemende regter van mnr Ronald Lamola, die voormalige Minister van Justisie en Korrektiewe Dienste, ontvang. Sy sal hierdie rol… Read more
Support for Groenewald and the VF Plus confirms the conjunctural and fluid nature of South African politics
An opinion piece by Dr Mabutho Shangase
There appears to be a growing trend of advocacy and political support for Dr Pieter Groenewald and the Freedom Front Plus (FF+) among black users of social media platforms. Although the overall scope of the campaign has not yet been precisely defined, its presence is…
Psychosocial support in schools is an urgent priority
deur Phenyo Mokgothu
The Department of Basic Education’s commitment to increasing psychosocial support for learners and teachers has the potential to deliver long-term gains for education and the country.
At the release of the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) results, South African education officials, including the Minister of Basic Education,…
Career coach joins Mahikeng Campus Career Services
By Mzwandile Ndlovu
Tshegofatso Bogatsu has joined Career Services on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus as a specialist career coach.
She will support students and graduates in navigating their academic careers and preparing them for the world of work.
“The goal is to empower…
Social work students take ubudlelane into the community
deur Phenyo Mokgothu
For social work students at North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus ubuntu is no longer a concept only discussed in lectures. It is becoming a structured community programme with students preparing to lead projects that strengthen support networks in local neighbourhoods through a growing framework known as ubudlelane.
The…
Molelwane farm harvests success as student-led watermelon project generates revenue
Molelwane farm, the agricultural farm of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus, has recorded a significant milestone following the successful harvest and sale of watermelons to the OK outlet at The Crossing Mall, demonstrating how practical student training can directly contribute to revenue generation for the university.
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Tackling perinatal mental health in rural areas
deur Phenyo Mokgothu
A two-year initiative aimed at improving the screening and management of perinatal mood disorders in rural communities is being piloted in the North West.
The project, Capacity Building in Managing (Perinatal) Mood Disorders in Rural South Africa (CaBu-PeriMooD), was introduced…
The Centre of Excellence in Indigenous Knowledge Systems’ journey to greatness
In 2001, the North-West University (NWU) established and launched a teaching, learning and research programme in Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) at its Mahikeng Campus that was accredited by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
In 2009, discussions and planning commenced between the NWU, the National Indigenous…
Research unveils green nanotechnology to protect broilers from aflatoxin toxicity
Aflatoxin contamination continues to challenge poultry producers across the globe, posing risks to bird health, farm profitability, and food safety.
In an innovative study at the North-West University (NWU) by MSc researcher Nonsindiso Masuku explored the use of green-engineered nanoparticles to protect broiler chickens against…
Red meat and its role in South Africa
An opinion piece by Prof Simon Letsoalo
Few sectors in South Africa carry as much historical, cultural and economic importance as the red meat industry. For many communities, livestock is not just a mere commodity but a symbol of wealth, social status, identity and food security. Yet, in recent years, red meat…
Psychosocial support in schools: An urgent educational priority
By Dr Khido Ramadie
The decision of the Department of Basic Education to invest in psychosocial support for learners and educators is both timely and necessary.
Schools increasingly face the effects of anxiety, trauma, socioeconomic hardship and behavioural challenges that directly undermine teaching and…