Students prepare to champion children’s rights

Second-year Social Work students at the Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University (NWU) recently stepped into the world of legal proceedings during a mock trial at the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates’ Court. 

This provided them with practical experience in how social workers…

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…

The Constitution has the last word – for now

Opinion piece by Katlego Sesana, a master’s-degree candidate in political studiesfrom the North-West University (NWU)

Amid the ongoing immigration uncertainty and instability in South Africa, the country is once again confronted with an uncomfortable question: Who gets to…

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…

Expert questions why workplace mental health continues to decline

Despite growing investment in employee well-being, workplace stress and mental health challenges continue to rise – a contradiction explored by North-West University (NWU) extraordinary professor Renzo Bianchi.

Prof. Bianchi, who is a psychologist at the Norwegian University of Science…

Expert urges matric learners to manage stress as final exams begin

As thousands of matric learners across South Africa begin their final examinations, a North-West University (NWU) educational psychologist is urging them to remain calm, prepare well and protect their mental health during this important period.

The 2026 National Senior Certificate (NSC…

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 honours Kgosi Jeffrey Montshioa and celebrates the living heritage of the Barolong Boora Tshidi

The North-West University (NWU) honoured Kgosi Kgotleng Jeffrey Montshioa, king of the Barolong Boo Ratshidi, for 25 years of traditional leadership and service, while reaffirming the commitment of the university to indigenous knowledge, heritage and meaningful partnerships with traditional communities.

One NWU, many cultures: Campuses unite through celebration

From traditional food and colourful attire to music, dance and art, culture took centre stage across the North-West University (NWU) as students and staff celebrated the diversity that shapes its community.

The 2026 Culture Integration Day celebrations at the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom…

Partnership opens doors for NWU student as surprise laptop boosts her studies

A surprise laptop was more than a new piece of technology for North-West University (NWU) student Owami Mbedu. It was another sign that the people funding her studies believe in her future.

Owami, who is enrolled in the extended BCom in logistics management with statistics programme,…