Dylan Pienaar carries the hopes of South Africa

Before dawn breaks and long before most students open a textbook, Dylan Pienaar is already at work – honing techniques, pushing through punishing training sessions and chasing a dream that stretches far beyond the walls of the North-West University (NWU).

At just 19 years old, the…

Communication framework strengthens democracy through collaboration

Effective communication is essential for strengthening democracy, fostering trust and empowering communities. These are among the key findings by newly graduated Dr Jack Malatji, whose doctoral research at the North-West University (NWU) proposes a communication framework to strengthen…

How the NWU helped shape the newest double champion in South Africa

For most rugby players, winning one major title in a season is a career-defining achievement. For former North-West University (NWU) student Divan du Toit, 2026 has been nothing short of extraordinary.

The talented flyhalf, who is equally comfortable at scrumhalf, celebrated one of the…

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…

Celebrating International Flag Day with colour, culture and global unity

The Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University (NWU) was transformed into a vibrant sea of colour as students proudly waved the flags of their home countries during the International Flag Day celebrations. Dressed in traditional attire and carrying national flags from across Africa, Asia, Europe and the…

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…

New company set to steer NWU FC's professional football ambitions

The North-West University's (NWU’s) striking rise into South African professional football has been followed by another decisive move off the pitch. As the club prepares for life in the Motsepe Foundation Championship, the university has established a dedicated company, Eagles Sporting Excellence (Pty) Ltd, to oversee…

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…

NWU Alumnus appointed to lead the Enterprise Banking segment at FNB Namibia Commercial

North-West University (NWU) alumnus Leonard Hamunyela has reached another significant career milestone following his appointment as Head of the Enterprise Banking segment at FNB Namibia Commercial.

Hamunyela, who holds an honours degree in Chartered Accountancy from the NWU’s…