Mahikeng Campus News
Neglect of indigenous languages amounts to a betrayal of revolutionary ideals
Prof Gilbert Motsaathebe
Once seen as a bastion of multiracial, multicultural and multilingual values, South Africa now stands accused of turning its back on the very linguistic and cultural diversity that made it a symbol of unity.
This was the cautionary message from Prof Gilbert Motsaathebe, a full professor affiliated with the Indigenous Language Media in Africa (ILMA) research focus area of the North-West University (NWU). He who warned that the country’s failure to prioritise indigenous languages mirrors a broader erosion of… Read more
Gofaone targets Setswana audiences through storytelling at Motsweding FM
by Mzwandile Ndlovu
Storytelling in indigenous languages plays a vital role in preserving cultural memory, shaping identity and strengthening community connection.
Wanting to contribute to this, Gofaone Motsamai, a North-West University (NWU) alumnus, has joined Motsweding FM as a drama producer, where he oversees the development and production of radio…
NWU collaboration brings Stadt Primary School’s history to print
Stadt Primary School in Montshiwa Stadt Village, Mahikeng has been privileged to capture the school’s history in a booklet written by Mojuta Motlhamme, a lecturer in the subject group History for Education from the North-West University (NWU).
“The partnership between the university and the school has grown over the years and is…
The NWU Young Mahikeng Chapter loves to give back time and effort
Matric learners at Tshidi Barolong Secondary School received guidance on academic and career pathways when alumni from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus visited them on 21 February 2026.
The Mahikeng Young Alumni Chapter aimed to prepare learners for their final exams and post-matric life. The session focused on…
Comrades champion Tete Dijana appointed at the NWU
The North-West University (NWU) is proud to announce the appointment of internationally acclaimed marathon champion, Tete Dijana, as a protection officer at its Mahikeng Campus, effective 1 April 2026.
Tete, a three-time Comrades Marathon champion, has become a symbol of endurance, discipline, humility and excellence in South Africa and…
Zimbabwe’s constitutional amendments: Stability or entrenchment?
By Adv. Mpho Justice Khoza
Zimbabwe’s Cabinet has approved draft legislation proposing two major constitutional changes: extending the presidential term from five to seven years and replacing direct presidential elections with selection by Parliament. Framed as governance reforms, the proposals have triggered debate about democratic…
Collaboration brings meals to first-year students
by Mzwandile Ndlovu
During registration and orientation at the start of the 2026 academic year, first-year students at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus received meals through a collaboration between the Students’ Campus Council (SCC) and private sector donors.
Together, the SCC and bakery companies Albany and Blue Ribbon made sure that…
Second Smart Village dialogue aims for implementation
by Mzwandile Ndlovu
A renewed push to translate indigenous knowledge (IK) into practical rural development will take centre stage when stakeholders gather for the Second Smart Village conference in Nyandeni in the Eastern Cape.
Being held under the theme “Towards an indigenous knowledge-based smart village model: A multi-stakeholder planning dialogue for…
The President’s annual national address: Was this another box-ticking exercise?
Section 84(d) of the Constitution vests in the President the authority to convene both Houses of Parliament for a special sitting, a power that is generally interpreted as encompassing, by implication, the delivery of the State of the Nation Address. On Thursday evening, President Cyril Ramaphosa carried out the annual presidential ritual of…
Hundzula retreat seeks practical digital solutions for low-resource African language
by Mzwandile Ndlovu
If African languages are to thrive in a digital world, it is essential that these languages be part of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution sweeping society.
Natural language processing, which enables computers to understand, interpret and generate human language, could play a significant role in enabling African language…
Biochemistry PhD student secures MAECI fellowship at the University of Urbino
Ndivhuwo Muvhulawa, a PhD student in Biochemistry at the North-West University (NWU), Mahikeng Campus, received a fellowship from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to conduct research at the Università degli Studi di Urbino Carlo Bo from January to September.
Ndivhuwo is under the supervision of Professor SE…