Khayelitsha residence discussions target mental health and wellbeing

By Bonolo Monaisa

In honour of Nelson Mandela’s legacy, students at Khayelitsha residence at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus hosted a mental health awareness panel discussion for Mandela Month on 25 July 2024.

The event, organised by student leaders, aimed to help reduce the stigma…

Bodybuilding team to compete in South African IFBB Championships

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Ten athletes from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus bodybuilding team will compete in the South African International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation (IFBB) Championships from 1 to 3 August 2024 in KwaZulu-Natal.

This event is the flagship bodybuilding competition of the year in South Africa, and athletes were…

Cannabis production debated as a socio-economic driver for indigenous communities

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Cannabis production is a hot topic in South Africa, with many considering it a potential resource for driving sustainable development in various communities.

Kamogelo Noge, a master's student in indigenous knowledge systems at the North-West University (NWU), is focusing on how cannabis can enhance social and economic development,…

How brown seaweed and spent oyster mushroom substrates could be used as chicken feed

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One of the greatest challenges facing Africa is food security. Dr Godfrey Mhlongo, a recent PhD graduate in animal science from the North-West University (NWU), believes indigenous chickens, brown seaweed and oyster mushroom spawn could help feed the continent and preserve the environment.

He has conducted research on the use of oyster…

NWUFM presenter nominated for radio presenter of the year

By Bonolo Monaisa

Mogomotsi Ntehelang, afternoon drive show presenter at NWUFM, the radio station on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus, has been nominated for the North West Media Awards in the Radio Presenter of the Year category.

The awards, now in its sixth year, continue to grow,…

Football team aims to rebound in next Varsity Football clash

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The North-West University (NWU) is gearing up to face the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in Cape Town on 1 August, following a 3-1 loss to the University of the Free State (UFS) in their first Varsity Football game.

Coach Nkululeko Malgas acknowledges the challenges ahead but emphasises the need to bounce back to stay in…

Faculty of Law gives back

By Bonolo Monaisa

The Faculty of Law at the North-West University (NWU) has been running its Clothing Project for five consecutive years, demonstrating a sustained commitment to community service and social responsibility.

Coordinated by Simon Rasikhalela, director of the Mahikeng Law Clinic, this…

Students gain valuable insight and exposure at congress

By Bonolo Monaisa

Students and staff from the North-West University (NWU) recently attended the 28th South African Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (SBMB) Congress in Polokwane on 10 July 2024.

Hosted by the University of Venda, the congress was themed "Biochemistry Leading the Future" and…

Alumni honoured for outstanding teaching skills

By Keaoleboga Motshabi

Two alumni from the North-West University (NWU), Tumelo Malebelela and Mapule Sechogo, have been recognised for their exceptional teaching abilities.

Tumelo was honoured at the Ngaka Modiri Molema district Teaching Awards and will represent the district at the Provincial Awards in…

Academic and student named finalists for the 2024 South African Women in Science Awards

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North-West University (NWU) academic Prof Olubukola Oluranti Babalola and student Sinenhlanhla Mthembu have been named finalists for the 2024 South African Women in Science Awards (SAWiSA).

These awards recognise outstanding contributions by women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Prof…