Communication Summit explores what it takes to become a complete communication professional

The School of Communication at the North-West University (NWU) recently hosted its third annual Industry Summit across all three campuses, bringing together leading communication professionals, industry partners and students under the theme “The complete communication professional”.

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Lesego Molema breaks new frontiers on the national stage

The North-West University (NWU) is celebrating one of its own as Lesego Molema, a final-year student at the Mahikeng Campus, prepares to step onto the national stage for the second consecutive year.

Lesego, who is pursuing a BScHons degree in animal science, has once again been…

Alumni challenge student leaders to lead from within

On Saturday, 15 August, the North-West University (NWU) Alumni Relations Office brought female student leaders on the Mahikeng Campus together for an empowering engagement focused on leadership, wellbeing and personal growth.

With the theme “Ladies, let’s talk; real stories, real…

CoachLab 2026 empowers young innovators to become agents of change

The North-West University (NWU) strengthened its commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation and the commercialisation of indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) through the CoachLab 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, held from 3 to 7 August 2026 at the Molelwane Farm at the Mahikeng Campus.

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Journalism students gain practical newsroom insights from experienced journalist Teboho Letselela

Journalism students at the North-West University (NWU) had the opportunity to engage directly with an experienced newsroom practitioner when senior journalist and sports and deputy editor of the Mafikeng Mail, Teboho Letselela, delivered a guest lecture to Introduction to Journalism students on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

The session formed…

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…

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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NWU and partners support Legae Child Care Centre

Children supported by the Legae Child Care Centre in Mahikeng received food and clothing through a Mandela Month initiative that brought together North-West University (NWU) students, staff and community organisations.

The Faculty of Humanities Student Academic Chapter (FHUM-SAC) at…

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…

Menstrual health programme takes learning beyond the classroom

By Mafumane Tlhapi and Bongile Nonyukela

While gaining practical experience through community engagement, social work students and nursing teams from the North-West University (NWU) are using menstrual health education to address barriers that prevent girls from fully participating in school.

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