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
They endured, yet conquered: the making of a leader by great teachers
Opinion piece by Dr Lehlohonolo Mofokeng, a lecturer in education management and leadership at the NWU
October serves as an important reminder of the transformative impact of teachers in society. This year is no exception.
Some teachers trend on…
When AI reviews the reviewers: Who is judging our research?
Artificial intelligence (AI) can help researchers write, analyse data and search vast amounts of information. But when the same technology begins to influence whether research deserves publication, a more difficult question emerges: who is actually making the scientific judgement?
Prof…
Study links unemployment to South Africa’s environmental footprint
Dalton Appolis
The health of the environment is seldom mentioned in the same breath as job creation and economic growth. Now this interconnection has been highlighted in research by North-West University (NWU) alumnus Dalton Appolis.
Dalton, a…
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.
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Broadcasting legend Tim Modise to receive NWU honorary doctorate
For more than three decades his distinctive voice has helped South Africans make sense of politics, democracy and a changing nation. Now veteran broadcaster and media personality Tim Modise will receive an honorary doctorate from the North-West University (NWU).
The university will…
NWU mourns the passing of legendary musician and Chancellor’s award recipient
The North-West University (NWU) community is deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary South African musician, composer, and esteemed NWU Chancellor’s Award recipient, Bernard “Babsy” Mlangeni, who passed away on 1 October 2026 at the age of 83.
In 2012, the NWU’s Mafikeng…
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,…
Another NWU bodybuilder earns world championship spot
The North-West University (NWU) will have another bodybuilder on the world stage after Letlhogonolo Baloyi was selected to represent South Africa at the 2026 IFBB World Championships in Santa Susanna, Spain.
He joins fellow NWU bodybuilder Bokang Matsetela, who has also secured a…
Mahikeng Campus plants for the future during Arbor Day celebrations
Mafumane Tlhapi and Bongile Nonyukela
Planting a tree may take only a few minutes, but its impact can last for generations. This message took root at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) when staff and students came together to commemorate Arbor Day through a tree-planting initiative.
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Seminar explores the future of community media
By: Mafumane Tlhapi and Sthembiso Seyama
Community media must strengthen its finances, improve governance and embrace digital platforms to remain relevant. It must also continue giving local communities a voice and provide young media professionals with practical training. These were…