Veteran Setswana broadcaster Easy Matjila awarded honorary doctorate

by Phenyo Mokgothu

Veteran Setswana broadcaster and SABC newsreader, Masego Ezekiel “Easy” Matjila, received an honorary doctorate in humanities from the North-West University (NWU) on 18 July at the Mahikeng Campus. This was in recognition for his outstanding achievements in promoting Setswana and other languages through his work at the SABC.

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Prospective student leaders take part in Leadership Development Programme

By Bonolo Monaisa

Student Life on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus recently hosted a Leadership Development programme for 40 prospective student leaders from 11 to 14 July.

Among the 40 nominated leaders were members of the Society Sub-committee residences committees and the Golden Key…

NWUFM appoints new station manager

By Bonolo Monaisa

Keamogetsoe Ledwaba-Moadi has been appointed as the new station manager at the NWUFM, the radio station at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus.

Keamogetsoe says he is driven by his lifelong passion for radio and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the industry.…

Academic and alumnus to represent South Africa at 2024 Venezuela Book Fair

by Phenyo Mokgothu

North-West University (NWU) academic Prof Gilbert Motsaathebe and alumnus Dr Monicca Thulisile Bhuda have been selected as part of South Africa's team for the 20th International Book Fair of Venezuela (FILVEN) in Caracas, from 11 to 21 July 2024. South Africa will be the guest of honour at this event.

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Public Protector advocates for community engagement and constitutional democracy

by Phenyo Mokgothu

Public Protector Adv Kholeka Gcaleka delivered a lecture at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus on 11 July 2024, during which she emphasised the role of community engagement and the Public Protector in upholding and strengthening South Africa’s constitutional democracy.

Adv Gcaleka highlighted the principles of South…

Alumnus recognised as Sunday World Unsung Hero

by Phenyo Mokgothu

North-West University (NWU) alumnus Dr Thulisile Bhuda has been selected for the Sunday World Unsung Heroes 2024 list under the Youth in Academia and Education category.

The Sunday World Unsung Heroes list acknowledges individuals for their entrepreneurial spirit in making significant contributions to the country.

Dr Bhuda is an…

International conference advocates the preservation and promotion of minority languages

By Phenyo Mokgothu and Bonolo Monaisa

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Indigenous Language Media in Africa (ILMA) research niche area hosted an International Association for Minority Language Media Research conference (IAMLMR) from 9 to 11 July 2024.

This second hybrid conference, themed “Minority…

How technology and community involvement can bridge the gap between communities and legal aid

by Mafumane Tlhapi

When seeking legal assistance, community members often face significant barriers owing to inadequate financial resources. One way to connect members of the public with legal services is to use online channels.

This is one of the possible solutions outlined in the research work of Prof Lusanda Beauty Juta, acting deputy director of the…

Alumnus receives top award

by Phenyo Mokgothu

Keorapetse Mashimo, an alumnus of the North-West University (NWU) and a teacher by profession, has been awarded the Best Male Referee and Judge trophy at the National Youth and Elites Championships.

The event, organised by the South African National Boxing Organisation (SANABO), took place from 2 to 6 July in Durban and featured…

A new coach for the Soccer Institute

by Phenyo Mokgothu

Nkululeko Khwezilomso Malgas has been appointed as the new head coach of the North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute. He brings a wealth of experience and a diverse background in football coaching and analysis to the role.

Originally from Ngqamakhwe in the Eastern Cape, Nkululeko has dedicated his career to football development and…