NWU IKS Centre and DST to host 2018 IKS International Conference

The Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) Centre at the North-West University (NWU) is partnering with the Department of Science and Technology (DST) to host the 2018 Indigenous Knowledge Systems International Conference.

The conference will take place at the Protea Hotel Fire and Ice in Pretoria from 25 to 27 September, and will bring…

Moving on after setbacks is critical for entrepreneurs, says NWU alumna

A major shortcoming for many entrepreneurs is failure to continue after an unsuccessful business venture. This is according to Mickey Maliti-Ntshwe, a Mahikeng-based, Zambian-born entrepreneur and owner of the exclusive Starz N’ Angels kiddies hair salon and Hands RU furnisher manufacturers.

Mickey, who is also an alumna of the…

NWU bodybuilding fanatic keeps getting better and better

David Tshose, a third-year Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology student at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng and avid bodybuilder, recently added another first place title to his growing rack of trophies.

Competing in the men’s category Athletic Physique under 178 cm, David has been selected to form part of…

Respect for the environment has deep roots

When you give something a name, it comes to life. When you give something your own name, it gains even more meaning.

This was the case during National Arbor Week when Prof Marilyn Setlalentoa, deputy vice-chancellor for community engagement and operations on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng, planted a tree and…

Red carpet rolled out for new Golden Key members

The Golden Key Society has welcomed 204 new members during an event held at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng.

More than 700 guests attended the event, aimed at honouring academic excellence.

Five NWU students – Jenneh Baindu Koroma, Zuko Mrwetyana, Simapulasi Munansangu, Lesego Sole and Kingsley Wright…

Minister of Science and Technology launches NWU Mahikeng Astronomy Observatory

The Minister of Science and Technology, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane launched the Mahikeng Astronomical Observatory at North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng on 7 September 2018.

The Mahikeng Astronomy Observatory houses the Mahikeng Astronomy Telescope (MAT).

The campus in Mahikeng is the first historically…

NWU Noble Boys victorious even in defeat

The North-West University (NWU) Noble Boys emerged victorious against the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in their seventh and final round in the 2018 Varsity Football tournament.

The sizzling goal from NWU right wing jersey number no 21, Banele Hlophe, put an end to UJ’s unbeaten streak in the tournament and leveled the playing…

NWU to play UJ in a do or die encounter

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Noble Boys will play against Varsity Football log leaders, the University of Johannesburg (UJ), in a do or die encounter on 6 September 2018 at the NWU Mahikeng Sports Grounds.

According to NWU head coach, Monde Hlatshwayo, the NWU team goes into this encounter with the hope of securing maximum…

NWU postdoctoral fellow is one of 2018’s Most Influential Young Africans

Dr Musawenkosi Donia Saurombe, a postdoctoral fellow and researcher on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng, was announced as one of the 100 Most Influential Young Africans by African Youth Awards on 4 September 2018.

The annual prestigious list was launched in 2016 and is currently in its third year. It features…

NWU Tourism Society walks for tourism awareness

The Tourism Society of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) School of Tourism Management recently hosted a tourism awareness walk on the campus in Mahikeng in celebration of September as Tourism Month.

The aim of the event was to create awareness and foster a culture of visiting the country’s tourism attractions, thereby boosting…