NWU researcher discovers three ancient insects from a 90-million-year-old deposit

Three tiny insects that lived about 90 million years ago have helped a North-West University (NWU) researcher uncover new clues about life on Earth during the age of the dinosaurs. The discovery also sheds light on how insects fed on plants and how some became the crop pests farmers face today.

SADiLaR applauds members elected to the Council of the Suid-Afrikaanse Akademie vir Wetenskap en Kuns

The South African Centre for Digital Language Resources (SADiLaR) at the North-West University (NWU) warmly congratulates its members and associates on their election and appointment to leadership and specialist roles in the Council of the Suid-Afrikaanse Akademie vir Wetenskap en Kuns (South African Academy for…

NWU Nursing students take breast cancer awareness to the community

As breast cancer continues to affect women across towns and communities, early detection remains one of the most powerful tools in the fight against the disease. According to the latest data from the National Cancer Registry (NCR), approximately one in 28 women in South Africa may develop breast cancer during their…

Ready, set, play! Potchefstroom Staff Sports Club heads to Bloemfontein

For the NWU Potchefstroom Staff Sports Club, sport is about far more than what happens on the field. It is about building friendships, staying active, supporting one another and creating a sense of community among colleagues.

This October, that spirit will travel to Bloemfontein as the North-West University (NWU)…

PhD candidate selected for international academic exchange in Belgium

North-West University (NWU) PhD candidate Dakalo Goitsilwe has been selected to participate in an international postgraduate exchange programme at PXL University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Hasselt, Belgium. This represents a significant milestone in an academic journey built on perseverance, continuous learning…

Scientist turns research and motherhood into an award-winning STEM legacy

A desire to help her own children understand science has grown into an award-winning journey of research, innovation and entrepreneurship for the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Dr Moleboheng Mokhele.

That journey has now been recognised on a national stage. Dr Mokhele is a senior…

NWU Eagles end strong Varsity Netball campaign with second successive final

The North-West University (NWU) Eagles have ended another impressive Varsity Netball campaign after reaching the final for the second consecutive year, underlining their place among the leading teams in the competition.

The defending champions fell 56–44 to the University of…

Honorary doctorate celebrates Sandra Prinsloo’s artistic legacy

Legendary stage and screen actress Sandra Prinsloo’s career has been marked by memorable performances spanning more than five decades.

On 29 September 2026, the North-West University (NWU) recognised her contribution to the arts and South Africa’s cultural heritage by awarding her an…

National teaching honour recognises researcher’s passion for student success

A researcher in physiology at the North-West University (NWU) has received one of the highest levels of recognition for excellence in higher education teaching in South Africa. Dr Annemarie Wentzel, senior lecturer and researcher in physiology, is one of only six recipients of the 2026 National Teaching Awards (NUTA…

NWU Eagles one win away from retaining Varsity Netball crown

The North-West University (NWU) Eagles are one victory away from successfully defending their Varsity Netball title after holding their nerve to beat the University of Pretoria (UP-Tuks) 52–50 in a thrilling semi-final in Pretoria on Monday, 21 September.

The hard-fought victory booked…