PhD student selected for young scientists female programme in Japan

North-West University (NWU) PhD student Sinenhlanhla Mthembu has been chosen to participate in the Young Scientists Female Programme from 1 to 30 October 2024 at Okayama University in Japan.

This programme is a collaborative initiative between the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and Japan's research exchange…

South African Nursing Council conducts re-accreditation visit

The South African Nursing Council (SANC) recently visited the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus to conduct a re-accreditation review of the university's nursing programme, which was initiated in 2020.

Dr Rorisang Machailo, deputy director of the School of Nursing, explained that the visit was part of the SANC's ongoing…

North-West University’s Technology Transfer Office Fuels CFAM Technologies' Success

CFAM Technologies, a leading name in extrusion technology, has evolved remarkably from a university research project to a thriving industry player. Originating from North-West University's (NWU) School of Mechanical Engineering, CFAM Technologies’ journey from concept to commercialisation underscores the key role of NWU’s Technology Transfer…

Staff honours Mandela Day with “Serve-a-Server” Campaign

By Belinda Bantham and Dina Mashiyane

In a heartfelt tribute to Nelson Mandela’s legacy, the North-West University (NWU) Library and Information Service (LIS) staff across the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark campuses took action to inspire change by participating in a unique “Serve-a-Server” campaign…

NWU LIS Empowers Staff with Digital Literacy Training

By Belinda Bantham and Dina Mashiyane

In a significant celebration of Mandela Day 2024, the North-West University (NWU) Library and Information Service (LIS) staff dedicated their 67 minutes to empowering the university’s security officers and cleaning staff with essential digital literacy skills. This…

Strong Nations for Africa: Developing leaders dedicated to advancing governance in Africa

The North-West University's (NWU’s) School of Government Studies proudly hosted the first of three legs of the Strong Nations for Africa Fellowship Programme from 28 July to 2 August 2024.

The programme, co-designed and co-delivered by the Chandler Institute of Governance (CIG) in Singapore and the African Association of Public…

Lecturer shines as judge at prestigious African Moot Court competition

Showcasing her passion for legal education and human rights awareness across the continent, Dr Mahlatse Maake-Malatji, a senior lecturer in law at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus, served as a distinguished judge at the 33rd Christof Heyns African Moot Court Competition (CHAMCC).

This prestigious competition, co…

NWU Enterprises officially launched

It is official: The North-West University (NWU) has embarked on another exciting venture with the launch of NWU Enterprises at the NWU’s Potchefstroom Campus on Monday, 12 August.

The aim of NWU Enterprises is to deliver impactful, commercially focused research, consulting and commercial services and innovative companies from the NWU.…

The African tourism renaissance: Now is the time to unlock its tourism potential

Africa is experiencing a tourism renaissance. Since 2022, the continent has seen a remarkable turnaround in its tourism fortunes, and it is enjoying an influx of foreign currency. Experts agree that now is the time to capitalise on this renewed interest in Africa as a tourist destination, as opportunities like this don’t come along very often…

Jo-Ané and Bradley both bag Olympic silver

Two stars from North-West University (NWU) have added their own sparkle to the Parisian skyline, joining the ranks of other greats in the city known for its lights. Jo-Ané van Dyk (javelin) and Bradley Nkoana (4x100 m) captured silver medals at the Paris Olympic Games and showed that greatness knows no geographical boundaries, but is defined by…