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
Postgraduate students secure second place at African Traditional Medicine Symposium
Two postgraduate students from the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) have earned recognition for their research on indigenous knowledge systems and traditional medicine. They secured second place in the Best Student Presenter category at the 3rd Regional African Traditional Medicine Symposium.
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Neglected transport infrastructure threatens economic growth in South Africa
South Africa risks losing valuable economic opportunities unless it prioritises the maintenance of its existing roads, rail networks and airports. This is according to Dr Olebogeng Baikgakian academic in transport economics at the North-West University (NWU).
He warns that…
Prof. Olubukola Babalola earns prestigious ASSAf Science-for-Society Gold Medal
North-West University (NWU) scientist Prof. Olubukola Babalola received the prestigious 2026 Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) Science-for-Society Gold Medal on 29 October 2026, recognising her outstanding contribution to scientific research and its impact on society.
ASSAf…
Entrepreneur turns sustainable fashion vision into international award-winning success
An entrepreneurial journey that began at the North-West University (NWU) has taken Agreement Sibiya from Mahikeng and Pretoria to international recognition in Jamaica.
Her sustainable fashion business, Bambo Queen ReStyle Africa, secured first place in the Emerging Entrepreneur…
NWU brings stakeholders together to strengthen GBVF prevention and campus safety
The Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) has convened a Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Multi-Stakeholder Forum to strengthen collaboration between the university, law enforcement agencies, government structures and community organisations in addressing GBVF and improving student safety.
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NWU advances student development through content creation programme
By Samukelo Ntuli
On 12 October 2026, the office of the deputy vice-chancellor for student life, transformation, people and culture hosted the inaugural Student Content Creators’ Seminar at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU).
The…
Prof. Sehularo wins second regional mental health award
North-West University (NWU) academic Prof. Leepile Sehularo has won the Special Impact Award at the 2026 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Keturah Mental Health Awards. He shares the award with Molefi Daniel Monokoane, chief executive officer of Bophelong Psychiatric Hospital.
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NWU FC claims second consecutive victory with 2-1 Varsity Derby triumph
The North-West University Football Club (NWU FC) continued its positive run in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with a 2-1 victory over the University of Pretoria in an exciting Varsity Derby at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground in Potchefstroom.
The victory marked the second…
Mahikeng Campus studentpreneurs shine with three wins at NWU Leopard’s Lair pitching finals
North-West University (NWU) studentpreneurs from the Mahikeng Campus have made their mark at the Leopard’s Lair pitching finals, themed “Battle of the faculties”, securing three top positions across the knowledge-based and side-hustle categories of the competition.
The achievement…
The Constitution has the last word – for now
Opinion piece by Katlego Sesana, a master’s-degree candidate in political studiesfrom the North-West University (NWU)
Amid the ongoing immigration uncertainty and instability in South Africa, the country is once again confronted with an uncomfortable question: Who gets to…