Yet another Human Rights Day in Sharpeville

An opinion piece by Dr Lesiba Tumishang Ledwaba, deputy director of the School of Social Sciences and a senior lecturer in History at the NWU.

The brutal massacre of Sharpeville residents by racist, trigger-happy apartheid policemen on 21 March 1960 continues to be a part of societal discourse that highlights apartheid hegemony that was…

Trio Conference champions Afrocentric governance, multilingualism and transformation

The Riverside Hotel in Vanderbijlpark recently buzzed with intellectual energy as academics, students, policymakers and thought leaders from across Africa gathered for the North-West University (NWU) Trio Conference on Afrocentric Governance, Multilingualism and Transformation.

Over three days, participants from South Africa, Uganda,…

Public lecture explores the ideal municipality post-2026 elections

By Mzwandile Ndlovu

For South Africa to prosper municipalities must become engines of social justice that engage with citizens, deliver on services and sustainable development and are held accountable for their governance.

This was the crux of the message from a public lecture hosted by the North-West…

Voter registration without participation: lessons from SA’s 2024 elections

Opinion piece by Dr Mabutho Shangase and final-year master’s degree student Masungulo Khoza

The May 2024 national and provincial elections in South Africa were more than a routine democratic exercise; they were a revealing test of the electoral resilience of the country under mounting social and political strain…

Academic and alumni recognised among Inside Education’s 100 Shining Stars

Recognition for academic and community impact has placed the North-West University (NWU) in focus after one of its academics and two alumni were named among Inside Education’s 100 South African Shining Stars.

Dr Benjamin Rapanyane, a senior lecturer in political science at the NWU, was selected for his contribution to education in…

Law seminar explores Companies Tribunal’s role in dispute resolution

The North-West University's (NWU) Faculty of Law hosted a seminar which provided an in-depth exploration of the Companies Tribunal and its essential role in alternative dispute resolution, offering students a closer look at real-world legal practices.

The seminar, held across the Potchefstroom and Mahikeng campuses, was specifically…

Media role under focus amid concerns over youth election turnout

With South Africa preparing for the 2026 local government elections, the role of the media in strengthening democracy and drawing in younger voters is under focus as analysts warn that low youth turnout remains a concern for the credibility of the electoral process.

Dr Musara Lubombo, deputy director of the School of Communication at…

K9 units could give struggling police service more bite

Police dogs are among the most effective yet underutilised crime-fighting tools available to South African law enforcement.

Specialised K9 units have repeatedly proved their effectiveness in situations that require speed, detection capability and tactical advantage. In South Africa, police often operate with limited personnel and in…

An evening of celebration of happiness, reflection and art

There was a gentle sense of celebration in the air as guests gathered at Kleinbosch Wedding Venue for the launch of Happiness, Unhappiness, and Chance by Anné Hendrik Verhoef.

Friends, colleagues and members of the university community came together not only to celebrate a new book, but also to reflect on one of the most enduring…

Gofaone targets Setswana audiences through storytelling at Motsweding FM

Storytelling in indigenous languages plays a vital role in preserving cultural memory, shaping identity and strengthening community connection.

Wanting to contribute to this, Gofaone Motsamai, a North-West University (NWU) alumnus, has joined Motsweding FM as a drama producer, where he oversees the development and production of radio…