Mahikeng Campus News
Meet NWU Mahikeng’s table tennis trailblazer
A skin problem turned from an obstacle into an opportunity for Thamia Kganedi, the USSA Table Tennis captain and NWU honours student in Human Movement Science.
Thamia could not play outdoor sports due to a skin condition and had a burning passion to participate in sport to channel her energy into a positive outlet. Her life changed in 2014 when she was introduced to table tennis as an eager Grade 6 learner who noticed the game through a window with her friends at Bopanang Primary School in Monsterlus, Limpopo. They immediately… Read more
Five goats put NWU student on path to entrepreneurship
A childhood spent caring for goats has become the foundation of a business venture for the North-West University (NWU) student Agobakwe Tau “Deman” Diphoko. Starting with just five goats, he is building Ane-Man Pty Ltd, a goat-milk enterprise that combines agriculture, logistics and entrepreneurship.
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NWU Soccer Institute earns special recognition at SALGA North West awards
The growing impact of the North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute has earned recognition beyond the football pitch after it received a special honour at the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) North West provincial municipal awards.
The NWU Soccer Institute was…
Women’s Month celebration honours NWU heroines and inspires future leaders
The courage of women who opened doors for others must be turned into opportunities for the next generation.
This message was shared by Judge Mpho Catherine Mamosebo during the Women’s Month celebration of the North-West University (NWU) at its Mahikeng Campus on 28 August 2026.
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NWU-trained teacher recognised for excellence in inclusive education
North-West University (NWU) alumnus Keketso Ramookho’s journey from a first-year Grade R teacher to a National Teaching Awards (NTA) 2026 award recipient is a testament to the power of perseverance, professional development and a passion for inclusive education.
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Relocated telescope opens wider window on the universe
Shedding light on a subject is usually positive, but when it comes to the stars, the North-West University (NWU) is giving scientists a clearer view of the night sky by moving its 20-inch optical telescope off the bustling, light-polluted Mahikeng Campus.
The Mahikeng Astronomy…
NWU FC suffer second consecutive defeat against Hope FC
North-West University (NWU) FC suffered their second consecutive defeat in the Motsepe Foundation Championship after going down 1–0 to Cape Town-based Hope FC in a tightly contested home encounter.
The result follows the 2–0 defeat last weekend to Lerumo Lions in Dobsonville, Soweto,…
Football Officials Development Programme opens new pathways for students
For many aspiring footballers, the dream is to make it onto the pitch as a player. At the North-West University (NWU), however, students are being encouraged to look beyond playing and explore the many career opportunities that exist in the football industry.
Through the NWU Football…
PhD candidate takes her research to global social work platform
For North-West University (NWU) PhD candidate Dakalo Goitsilwe, presenting her doctoral research at an international conference in Kenya, marked another important milestone in her development as a social work researcher and scholar.
Dakalo represented the NWU and South Africa at the…
Policy seminar reflects on the future of local government in South Africa
The Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) hosted an engaging policy seminar on Monday, 31 August 2026, focusing on the state of local government in contemporary South Africa, local government transformation and the review of the Local Government White Paper.
The session…
Feedlot Challenge takes Animal Sciences students from classroom to cattle pens
The North-West University (NWU) is taking Animal Sciences learning beyond the classroom through its Feedlot Challenge, a practical initiative giving students first-hand experience of commercial cattle production and the realities of the livestock industry.
The programme, which involves…