Learners are spelling out the future

By Gofaone Motsamai and Oscar Mosiane

The ability to spell is alive and well, as 100 high school learners demonstrated when they participated in a spelling bee at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU).

The event, held on Saturday, 16 August 2025, was a partnership between the NWU and the…

HCL Tech donation empowers students to succeed

In a powerful show of commitment to student support and inclusion, the North-West University (NWU) and global technology leader HCL Technologies (HCLTech) hosted a formal handover ceremony on 6 August 2025 at the Vanderbijlpark Campus.

The event marked a significant milestone in a growing partnership aimed at fostering access and…

Sibisi’s header seals NWU victory over CUT

Thanks to a decisive second-half header from captain Aphelele Sibisi, the North-West University (NWU) secured a hard-fought 1-0 win against Central University of Technology (CUT) in their second round Varsity Football clash on 14 August at the NWU Mahikeng Stadium.

The match kicked off with both sides showing intent. Although it was the…

Law students receive practical training at Mahikeng Magistrate’s Court

By Gofaone Motsamai

Stepping out of the classroom and into the courtroom, final-year law students from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus gained first-hand experience of the South African justice system at work. This is one of the ways the university is exploring to integrate practical training…

A night full of punchlines to help students in need

The Totius Hall recently came alive with joyous uproars, infectious laughter, clever punchlines, and a sense of excitement.

The NWU Comedy Night, a vibrant evening of comedic fire, was not just about telling jokes. It was an evening where humour ignited possibility and laughter played a crucial role in paving the way for students to…

NWU students turn passions into products at campus Market Day

By: Keaoleboga Motshabi

Students turned the campus lawn into a trading ground of ideas and innovation. The North-West University (NWU) Mahikeng Campus Student Campus Council (SCC) hosted a Market Day near the Great Hall on 26 July 2025. The event brought together student entrepreneurs and the broader campus…

Vanguard Gala Dinner sets a new standard for student leadership recognition

The Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University (NWU) marked a historic milestone recently as student leaders hosted the first-ever Vanguard Gala Dinner – an elegant celebration of leadership, service and impact.

Held at the Tsebonokeng Hall, the evening brought together student leaders from across the campus in a night filled…

NWU students’ muscle into national championships

In a gym-turned-arena in the North West Province, 17 student-athletes from the North-West University (NWU) stepped forward one by one, each bringing months of repetition, routine and self-control to the spotlight.

Competing against 54 of the province’s best, they left with 21 trophies, one overall title and 11 invitations to the…

Students encouraged to build networks and take charge of their futures

By Gofaone Motsamai and Keaoleboga Motshabi

Final-year students at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus were challenged to think beyond graduation during a public lecture hosted by the Humanities Student Academic Chapter.

The event took place on 24 July 2025, and brought together current…

Law Faculty inspires Grade 12s at Mandela Day outreach

By Gofaone Motsamai

South Africa’s beloved Madiba was a member of the law fraternity, so it was fitting that in honour of Mandela Day, law students and lecturers from North-West University (NWU) engaged with Grade 12 learners on the role of law in society.

On 28 July 2025, the Faculty of Law at the NWU’s…