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
Second edition of BUA! Poetry celebrates multilingual literary voices
The North-West University (NWU) celebrated the richness of language, creativity and literary expression with the launch of the second edition of BUA! Poetry on 22 October 2026 at the Conservatorium in Potchefstroom.
The publication is a vibrant multilingual collection bringing…
NWU FC turn up the heat with convincing 3-1 victory over Highbury FC
The North-West University Football Club (NWU FC) continued their encouraging run in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with a convincing 3-1 victory over Highbury FC at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground in Potchefstroom this weekend. The victory further underlined the growing confidence and consistency of the team as…
Future clinical psychologists take an oath to serve with compassion and integrity
The master's-degree students in Clinical Psychology at the North-West University (NWU) have taken an important step towards becoming mental health professionals. They pledged to uphold ethical standards, protect patient dignity and serve communities with compassion.
The students took…
Students tackle challenges affecting access to university support services
Students from five schools in the Faculty of Humanities at the North-West University (NWU) Mahikeng Campus joined forces to find practical ways to improve access to university support services.
The students took part in the Faculty of Humanities Teaching and Learning Interdisciplinary…
African perspectives take centre stage in psychology and mental health care
African knowledge systems, cultural beliefs and traditional healing practices should play a greater role in shaping psychological services in South Africa. This was the key message delivered during African Perspective Day, hosted by the North-West University’s (NWU’s) subject group Psychology at the Mahikeng Campus on…
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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