NWU brings stakeholders together to strengthen GBVF prevention and campus safety

The Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) has convened a Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Multi-Stakeholder Forum to strengthen collaboration between the university, law enforcement agencies, government structures and community organisations in addressing GBVF and improving student safety.

Sedibeng research conference puts better healthcare in the spotlight

How can research help improve healthcare? This question was at the heart of the 2026 Sedibeng District Research Conference, held on 2 October at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus.

Hosted by Sedibeng District Health Services in collaboration with the NWU’s…

Donor luncheon celebrates partnerships that transform lives

Access to higher education can transform lives, but for many aspiring students, the only way to access tertiary education is with the support of donors and industry partners. These partners’ and benefactors’ continued investment in students, academic initiatives and community-focused programmes helps the North-West…

NWU chancellor witnesses pilot barley harvest to unlock agricultural opportunities

The North-West University (NWU) chancellor, Dr Anna Mokgokong, has highlighted the potential of strategic partnerships between universities, traditional leadership, farmers and industry to strengthen agricultural production, create employment and connect local producers to commercial markets.

Dr Anna Mokgokong champions agriculture-led rural transformation

The chancellor of the North-West University (NWU) and professor of practice at the NWU Business School, Dr Anna Mokgokong, called for science, enterprise and partnership to convert rural potential into shared prosperity.

At an agriculture gathering outside Brits on 26 October 2026, Dr…

How a 1 900 km TRACTOR journey transformed the hearts fighting dementia

On 18 September 2026, the TRACTOR Campaign team reunited at Crista Galli in Potchefstroom to reflect on a journey that took them nearly 1 900 kilometres across South Africa and left a lasting impact on each of them. 

As they shared their memories, challenges and encounters, it became clear that the campaign had been about much more…

Transport and Logistics Expo bridges the gap between students and industry

Transport is about more than moving people and goods. It connects communities to jobs, education and economic opportunities. This message took centre stage as the North-West University (NWU) brought together industry experts, government officials, traditional leaders and students to explore solutions to transport…

NWU strengthens ties with traditional leaders at Tholo Ikitse Cultural Festival

The North-West University (NWU), led by the deputy vice-chancellor for student life, people and culture and transformation, Dr Joe Molete, joined traditional leaders, community members and cultural practitioners at the ninth annual Tholo Ikitse Cultural Festival, held at the Kgotla of the Barolong Boo Motshegare in…

NWU Nursing students take breast cancer awareness to the community

As breast cancer continues to affect women across towns and communities, early detection remains one of the most powerful tools in the fight against the disease. According to the latest data from the National Cancer Registry (NCR), approximately one in 28 women in South Africa may develop breast cancer during their…

NWU and Sernick explore partnership to strengthen livestock training and farmer development

A potential partnership between the North-West University (NWU) and the Sernick group could create new opportunities for student training, livestock research and emerging farmer development.

The two organisations have started discussions on collaborations in beef production, research,…