Mahikeng Campus News
How second-hand clothing paved the way for senior lecturer’s career
By Gofaone Motsamai
The road from Kagiso, where she sold second-hand clothing under the scorching Gauteng sun, to the lecture halls of North-West University (NWU) was long, bumpy and deeply personal for Dr Salphinah Vuloyimuni Ubisi.
Now a senior lecturer in the subject group Public Administration and Local Government at the NWU, Dr Ubisi’s story began in hardship and determination. “The money generated from selling old clothes became my main source of income and this provided the core finance for my studies.”.
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A step forward in accessibility, inclusion and dignity for all
The North-West University (NWU) continues its commitment to inclusivity and support for students with disabilities, with the official handover of newly renovated, state-of-the-art offices to the Disability Rights Unit (DRU) on the Mahikeng Campus.
The handover ceremony, held on 21 July, homed in on the daily challenges of students…
Students encouraged to build networks and take charge of their futures
By Gofaone Motsamai and Keaoleboga Motshabi
Final-year students at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus were challenged to think beyond graduation during a public lecture hosted by the Humanities Student Academic Chapter.
The event took place on 24 July 2025, and brought together current…
Alumnus joins Motsweding FM: from campus airwaves to national frequency
Byline: Keaoleboga Motshabi
Bonolo “Miss Faith” Monaisa has transitioned from the student-run studios of NWU FM to the national platform of Motsweding FM, where she now serves as a content producer for SABC Educational Programmes.
Her broadcasting journey started while studying at the North-West…
Boxing official graduates with a master’s degree
Lemogang Moote, secretary general of the South African National Boxing Organisation (SANABO) in the North West, has added another accomplishment to her growing list of achievements by graduating with an MSc degree in agricultural economics from the North-West University (NWU).
Lemogang, who is also a lecturer at Taung Agricultural…
Power, technology and the African question
The way technology shapes power, and how power defines technology, is the focus of a new study led by Amantle Mothelesi, a lecturer at North-West University’s (NWU) School of Philosophy, which argues that Africa needs a locally grounded philosophy of technology, shaped by post-colonial realities.
“Colonial power structures continue to…
Achieving Africa’s vision: why universities must return to serving society
By Prof Ushotanefe Useh
Universities in Africa stand at a crossroads today. While they continue to produce research, award degrees and rank in global academic listings, an uncomfortable question lingers: are they truly serving the societies that fund and sustain them? Are their graduates solving the most…
Education, animal health, and basic services at the heart of Mandela Day outreach
In the spirit of compassion and service that defined Nelson Mandela’s legacy, the North-West University (NWU) marked Mandela Day 2025 with a series of impactful community outreach initiatives, focusing on education, animal health, and basic service delivery.
Laying the foundation through early childhood education
Nelson Mandela…
Political analyst weighs in on allegations against minister of police
The allegations against the South African police minister are indeed serious and damaging, further eroding the little trust that citizens still have in institutions.
According to Thabang Motswaledi, a political analyst at the North-West University (NWU), the allegations have placed the already preoccupied Government of National Unity (…
South Africa faces a waste crisis with legal and health consequences
South Africa’s failure to manage waste properly is no longer just an environmental issue; it is a growing legal, health and human rights concern and without urgent reform, the costs will continue to mount in landfills and lives.
With nearly a third of households lacking access to formal waste removal, communities increasingly rely on…
Faculty of Humanities celebrates top academic performers
By Gofaone Motsamai
In a hall filled with eager students and guests, the air buzzed with anticipation as the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Humanities prepared to host its annual Dean’s Merit Awards.
The Dean’s Merit List recognises students who achieve an average of 75% and above in all their modules. Only 138…