Human Movement Science students gain valuable industry experience at national winter championships

The School of Human Movement Science at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus is celebrating the achievements of six students who were selected for the 2026 National Winter School Sport Championships, held from 11 to 13 July 2026 in the Eastern Cape.

The initiative…

The spirit of Madiba lives on at the NWU

On 5 December, 2013, the world stood still as it mourned the passing of a man who transcended being a statesman. 

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was that, and so much more. He left a legacy cast in iron and forged in a fire of passion for humanity. No prison cell could restrain his…

Conference places collaboration at the heart of research and societal impact

For many who grew up in the 1990s, Captain Planet was the environmental superhero who could only be summoned when five young Planeteers united the powers of earth, fire, wind, water and heart. 

It was this familiar image that Prof. Habib Noorbhai, deputy dean for research,…

The Weight of What Remains, Ga ke se bope ga se ipope - Fragments of what we Carry

By Khumo Sebambo 

Ga ke se bope ga se ipope: Fragments of What We Carry is Lerato Motaung's third solo exhibition. Showing at the North-West University (NWU) Gallery, Motaung brings together secondhand luggage and pallets—materials that continue his exploration from his previous…

Animal health centre builds a bridge between classrooms and communities

For many farmers and animal owners in the North West Province, access to animal healthcare can determine the health of their livestock, household income and food security. At the North-West University (NWU), the Dale Bieghle Animal Health Centre has become a link between academic training and community service,…

Safe drinking water on tap thanks to NWU Waterwise Project

A new initiative by the North-West University (NWU) is ensuring that staff and students have access to drinking water of the highest quality across its campuses. Through the university's Waterwise Project, the Mahikeng Campus has become the first to achieve this milestone, with every tap now delivering clean, safe…

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub moves from vision to impact

Senior business and provincial government leaders have seen for themselves what young entrepreneurs can do with support from entrepreneurially minded partners such as the North-West University (NWU) and its North West Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub. 

Around 40 entrepreneurs…

NWU brings science closer to communities through the 2026 Vice-Chancellor’s Science Day

Science belongs to everyone and should not be limited by geography, background or access. This is the message the North-West University (NWU) aims to share when it hosts the 2026 Vice-Chancellor’s Science Day at Hoërskool Wolmaransstad on 5 August 2026.

Being held under the theme “…

South Africa's entrepreneurs do not need another business plan

Walk into almost any entrepreneurship workshop in South Africa and the ritual is familiar.

Someone hands out a business-plan template. Boxes must be completed. Markets analysed. Revenue streams estimated. Risks quantified. Funding projections prepared.

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NWU athletes shine at the 2026 SA Road Running Championships

NWU athletes showed grit and determination during the 2026 SA Road Running Championships in Gqeberha (Nelson Mandela Bay) on Saturday, 27 June.

Two of the standout performers were Thinus Erasmus and Bertus van der Linde, who dominated the junior mile race. Erasmus outsprinted his NWU…