The NWU second chance that changed a life

From the dusty streets of Sharpeville to the boardrooms of the South African financial sector, Molefi Seshabela’s journey is a powerful tale of resilience, failure and triumph. It is a story of defiance – of a young boy who grew up surrounded by poverty but refused to let poverty write the final chapter of his life.…

Study explores natural compounds to limit liver damage from food toxin

Two naturally occurring compounds, Moringa oleifera and coenzyme Q10, could help reduce liver damage caused by aflatoxin B1 (AFB1), according to research by the North-West University (NWU). AFB1 is a toxin linked to contaminated food supplies and an increased risk of liver disease.

The…

NWU and SAPS launch Campus Community Safety Forum to strengthen campus safety and partnership policing

The North-West University (NWU), in partnership with the South African Police Service (SAPS), has launched the Campus Community Safety Forum (CCSF) at the Mahikeng Campus of the NWU, establishing a collaborative platform aimed at strengthening campus safety, crime prevention and coordinated responses to safety…

Sharing her STEM journey with the Princess of Africa

Two little boys struggling to find their voices helped their mother find hers and set her on a path from microbiology to research, teaching and the creation of a STEM learning game for African children.

Dr Moleboheng Mokhele, senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the North-…

NWU FC unveils new kit and announces official team

The North-West University Football Club (NWU FC) officially unveiled its new kit and announced their squad for the 2026/27 Motsepe Foundation Championship season, marking a new era in the club’s inaugural campaign in professional football and bringing a long-held dream to life. 

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Learning from Arizona to build a better university

Opinion piece by Andiswa Msi, campus chief director of the Vanderbijlpark Campus at the NWU

A university should never cross borders simply to admire how another institution operates. The true power of benchmarking lies in what happens when we return home – armed not with photographs and…

NWU advances entrepreneurship hub development to empower entrepreneurs

Following a site visit to assess developments at the North-West University (NWU) Enterprise Hub and ongoing renovations at the NWU Business School, Dr Joe Molete, deputy vice-chancellor for student life, transformation, people and culture with the assigned function of the Mahikeng Campus, concluded that the university…

Community Sports Outreach Programme inspires young talent in Ramatlabama

The North-West University (NWU) reaffirmed its commitment to community engagement and youth development when its Community Sports Outreach Programme reached schools in the Ramatlabama area on 29 July 2026. 

Hosted at Melorane Primary School in the Six Hundred Village, with Batloung Secondary School serving…

Executive dean earns C2 rating for his impactful finance research

Research that addresses real-world challenges in African economies has earned Prof. Mabutho Sibanda, executive dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, a C2 rating from the National Research Foundation (NRF).

The rating, which is valid from 1 January 2026, recognises…

Unlocking dreams, shaping futures: Inspiring Matlaba Primary School learners through community engagement

The School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management at the North-West University (NWU) continues to make a meaningful difference beyond the classroom through community engagement initiatives that inspire young people to believe in their potential and pursue their dreams.

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