A cricket throw ignited world champion’s golden javelin journey

The North-West University (NWU) and javelin success are synonymous. 

It seems like javelin stars are manufactured at the Fanie du Toit Sport Grounds, ultimately producing a conveyor belt of world-class athletes.

One of these stars is 19-year-old…

NWU FC and Upington City FC share the spoils in Motsepe Foundation Championship debut

The North-West University (NWU) FC marked its historic debut in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with a hard-fought 1–1 draw against Upington City FC at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground in Potchefstroom on Saturday, 22 August 2026.

Playing in front of a passionate home crowd, the…

The Springboks are South Africa’s sporting brand par excellence

A green-and-gold jersey bearing the leaping springbok. It is synonymous not only with South Africa’s national rugby team, but with the country as a whole. The jersey can be seen in stadiums, pubs and public spaces across the globe.

The Springboks are more than a rugby team; they are…

NWU FC unveils new kit and announces official team

The North-West University Football Club (NWU FC) officially unveiled its new kit and announced their squad for the 2026/27 Motsepe Foundation Championship season, marking a new era in the club’s inaugural campaign in professional football and bringing a long-held dream to life. 

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Jan-Hendrick claims SA’s only gold medal at under 20 championships

North-West University (NWU) javelin star Jan-Hendrick Heymans delivered a stellar performance at the 21st World Athletics U20 Championships in Oregon, United States, where he won gold in the javelin event.

Held at the Hayward Field and drawing at least 1 659 athletes from 137…

NWU strengthens collaboration with Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation

The North-West University (NWU) continues to strengthen its relationship with key provincial stakeholders following a meet-and-greet engagement between Dr Joe Molete, deputy vice-chancellor for student life, transformation, people and culture with the assigned function of the Mahikeng Campus, and officials from the…

The main kahuna behind bodybuilding excellence on Mahikeng Campus

Bodybuilding has transformed from being a sport into a complete lifestyle for Tshepo Baloyi, the bodybuilding coach on the NWU Mahikeng Campus. 

Baloyi (29) went through the ranks from athlete to coach on the NWU Mahikeng Campus– a journey that has seen numerous success stories,…

NWU’s first female athletics manager builds a culture of excellence

The first-ever female athletics manager at the NWU, Tracey Olivier, is a history-maker.

Olivier, who has been at the helm as NWU Athletics manager since 2026, is furthering the proud athletics legacy of the university as the proverbial mother of the house – a caring leader with an…

NWU FC targets strong start as professional era begins

The release of the 2026/27 Motsepe Foundation Championship fixtures has shifted the focus of North-West University (NWU) FC from promotion celebrations to preparations for its first season in professional football ranks in South Africa.

After earning promotion through the ABC Motsepe…

Meet NWU Mahikeng’s table tennis trailblazer

A skin problem turned from an obstacle into an opportunity for Thamia Kganedi, the USSA Table Tennis captain and NWU honours student in Human Movement Science.

Thamia could not play outdoor sports due to a skin condition and had a burning passion to participate in sport to channel her…