Incipient economic recovery has accelerated

The latest gross domestic product (GDP) figures released by StatsSA on 9 September are much better news on the growth front than we have received for some time.

Prof Raymond Parsons, economist from the North-West University (NWU) Business School, says that, as was broadly expected, the GDP figures for the second quarter of 2025 confirm…

Dr Sabelile Tenza leads patient safety research seminar at Potchefstroom Hospital

The North-West University (NWU) joined forces with the Potchefstroom Hospital to host a Patient Safety Seminar at the hospital’s Residence Hall, focusing on strengthening healthcare delivery and improving patient safety.

This seminar showcased innovative research from recent patient safety projects at the Potchefstroom Hospital,…

Study sheds light on community perceptions of mental health care

By Gofaone Motsamai

With fewer than half the people requiring treatment for mental health getting it, traditional healers could be the answer to South Africa’s pressing mental health challenges.

This is one the findings of Goratileona Mashishi’s master’s study on the perceptions of Mahikeng community…

NWU to honour former UNIBO vice-chancellor, Prof John Makhene

Professor John Makhene

On 3 October 2025, the North-West University (NWU) will host a high-profile colloquium themed “Academic leadership as a catalyst for transformative change”, in honour of Professor John Makhene, a founding academic and former vice-chancellor of the then University of Bophuthatswana (UNIBO), which now…

NWU Purple Walk: walking boldly and proudly to help students in need

On Friday, 5 September, staff, students and alumni of the North-West University (NWU) joined forces across all three campuses to walk proudly and boldly in support of students in need.

The spirit of generosity and compassion was evident among those who took part in the NWU Purple Walk, a remarkable initiative that celebrated NWU Giving…

Recognising top achievers in academic mentorship programme

The Optentia research unit, in collaboration with the People and Culture department at the North-West University (NWU), recently honoured a group of exceptional academic mentors and mentees who completed the university’s flagship development programmes: Being a Successful Academic Mentor and Being a Successful Academic Mentee.

Between…

Criminologist says tenderpreneur calls for Minister Groenewald’s dismissal unjustified, unwarranted

• Dr Casper Lötter: “Tenderpreneurs only care for their profits and have no regard for the crises in public safety that they have unleashed.”

• “It is imperative that all South Africans resist the revival of this American monster known as the Prison-Industrial-Complex on South African soil.”

• “In this struggle against crime,…

TRACTOR Awareness Rally departs: a journey of memory, hope and community

On a bright and sunny Saturday morning, 30 August 2025, the grounds of the Samuel Broadbent House in Potchefstroom became the starting point of a remarkable journey. The TRACTOR Awareness Rally (Together Rallying Across Communities To Overcome Remembrance-loss) began its 1 900-kilometre trip with an emotional departure.

The morning’s…

Joubert Schoeman’s sevens dream becomes a reality

Joubert Schoeman has achieved a lifelong dream by signing his official Springbok Sevens contract. He went from being a player for the North-West University (NWU) Eagles to becoming a national rugby star.

Schoeman, a BCom Honours student in Management Accounting, was a key player in the Springbok Sevens "A" side that won the prestigious…

Musician flies flag for African unity

When Nigerian superstar Davido stepped out on stage at the Scorpion Kings and Friends concert in Pretoria in a custom-made biker jacket adorned with the South African flag, he drew enthusiastic cheers from the crowd. It was a wardrobe choice that stretched beyond fashion or performance.

Davido, who expressed his love for South Africa on…