From toys to talent: HRMA students turn theory into practice

Creativity and innovation took centre stage in the classroom as first-year Human Resource Management students at the North-West University (NWU) brought the employee selection process to life through an interactive demonstration using South African National Defence Force (SANDF) toy figures.

Prof. Mmusinyane’s customary law insights shape landmark surrogacy judgment

The Faculty of Law at the North-West University (NWU) continues to make a significant contribution to the development of South African jurisprudence, with Prof. Boitumelo “Tumi” Mmusinyane playing a pivotal role in a landmark High Court judgment that considered whether a surrogacy agreement is compatible with…

PhD research points to greener ways of detecting water pollution

Communities, municipalities and industries could soon have access to faster and cheaper tools to detect harmful dye pollution in water. Environmentally friendly nanomaterials can outperform conventionally produced alternatives in monitoring water quality, according to the doctoral research of Dr Mokole Seleke, who…

New Law Clinic building opens to expand access to justice in North West

The North-West University (NWU) has opened a new Law Clinic building on its Mahikeng Campus, expanding free legal services for qualifying members of the public while strengthening practical legal training for future legal practitioners.

Speaking at the official opening on Thursday, 30…

Madlanga Commission and IDAC testimony: Is SA witnessing the failure of leadership or the failure of its anti-corruption system?

The testimony presented before the Madlanga Commission on 29 July 2026 concerning the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), together with the resignation of its head, Adv. Andrea Johnson, should serve as a watershed moment in South Africa's fight against corruption. 

Opinion piece by Dr…

NWU leads conversation to shape the future of circular mining in South Africa

The North-West University’s (NWU) Centre for Sustainable Mining (CSM), host  of the South African Circular Minerals and Metals Initiative (SACMMI) Hub, brought together leaders from government, academia, mining industry, research councils, and advocacy groups to gather strategic insights and evidence that will…

NWU students win seven out of 13 awards at the 2026 South African Institute of Physics conference

By Michelle Hammann

The 70th annual South African Institute of Physics (SAIP) awards ceremony took place at the University of the Western Cape from 6 to 10 July 2026. The North-West University (NWU) took home seven out of 13 prestigious student awards for presentations in the fields of…

CHHP champions a scientific approach to performance-driven training

Talent alone is not enough to take a team or individual to peak performance in sport, but talent combined with science can take athletes and sportspeople farther and faster, according to the Centre for Health and Human Performance (CHHP) of the North-West University (NWU).

Sport…

Mandela Day initiative leaves a lasting mark at Ipeleng Primary School

A Mandela Day initiative by the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Education has left more than fresh paint and renovated classrooms at Ipeleng Primary School in Montshiwa Township. 

The project aimed to improve the learning environment of the school while reinforcing the…

STEP programme expands to communities as entrepreneur turns training into business growth

What began as an entrepreneurship programme for students at the North-West University (NWU), has expanded into a community initiative that is helping local business owners grow their enterprises. 

The Student Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (STEP) programme at the Mahikeng…