Xenophobic tendencies will kill our South African dream

Twice I was there when South Africa was the centre of the universe. The last decade of the 20th century heralded the arrival of a nation poised to lead through moral example, as we pledged never again to repeat our tainted history. Today, many citizens threaten violence against foreigners, and once again we face becoming one of the world's…

How Wahl Bartman became the ‘in situ’ National Commissioner of Police for one day: 30 June 2026

By Cobus Steenkamp, lecturer and researcher in police practice at the Nort-West University. 

On 30 June 2026, as South Africa prepares for widespread anti-illegal immigration protests, the South African Police Service will not stand…

When stars outshine the team

South Africa went into its World Cup match against South Korea without Teboho Mokoena, and much of the national conversation focused on one question: Could Bafana Bafana cope without him?

They did. Bafana Bafana beat South Korea 1-0 and advanced to the Round of 32, a result that…

PENPlay launches innovative portfolio of gamified learning tools developed at the NWU

PENPlay has launched a new portfolio of gamified learning tools developed under licence from the North-West University (NWU), offering learners, educators and training institutions innovative ways to build critical skills through interactive play-based learning.

Prof. Petro…

Biokinetics student finds her rhythm between biokinetics and song

For Zimri Leuvennink, life has never been about standing still. Whether in a gym, on a stage or in a recording studio, she thrives on movement, energy and connection. This final-year biokinetics student on the Potchefstroom Campus is stepping confidently into the spotlight after landing a recording contract.

NWU researchers shine at 2026 BRICS Postgraduate Forum in Brazil

The North-West University (NWU) strengthened its international research profile through successful participation in the 2026 BRICS Postgraduate Forum, held from 9 to 11 June 2026 at the University of Campinas in Brazil.

The forum, convened by the BRICS Research Institute in…

NWU athletic stars named in TeamSA Squad for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games

The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) officially unveiled its final TeamSA squad and competition kit for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games at the Olympic House in Johannesburg on Wednesday, 24 June.

The announcement marked a significant step forward…

Mothers need more support to breastfeed

Breastfeeding is a public good – so why are mothers carrying the cost alone? South Africa has the policies, but have we counted the cost for mothers to breastfeed? Breastfeeding shouldn't be a choice between feeding a baby and feeding a family.  We tell mothers to breastfeed, but do we make it possible?…

NWU TTIS launches Impact Lounge to empower researchers and innovators

The NWU Technology Transfer and Innovation Support (TTIS) office is open for business and coffee. The Impact Lounge is a new dedicated space that bridges the gap between a great idea and a real-world solution.

Dr Janine Chantson opening the Impact Lounge.

NWU researcher advances to the Rising Star Awards semi-finals

Dr Moleboheng Mokhele, a senior lecturer and researcher at the Research Unit for Self-Directed Learning at the North-West University (NWU), has been named a semi-finalist in the Public Service category of the TransUnion Rising Star Awards of South Africa.

The recognition places her…