NWUFM presenter rules the province’s airwaves

A familiar voice, Mogomotsi "Peculiar" Ntehalang, a final-year communication student on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus, walked off with the coveted Radio Presenter of the Year Award at the 2024 North West Media Awards in December.

Peculiar has been hosting the NWUFM Maftown Drive show on weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00…

Alumnus reappointed to the National Indigenous Knowledge panel

South African indigenous knowledge is precious, and few people are better qualified than North-West University (NWU) alumnus, Dr Thulisile Bhuda, to contribute to preserving it.

This explains why Dr Bhuda has been reappointed to the Indigenous Knowledge / Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) National Authentication Panel.

She will…

How global financial cycles shape South Africa’s economy

By Tiyiselani Precious Miyambu

Global financial conditions have a significant effect on the stability of the South African economy, according to a recent study by two researchers from the North-West University (NWU).

In their study on the influence of global financial cycles on South Africa’s financial…

NWU oversight visit: campus tour and discussion of strategic topics

Monday, 27 January 2025 was not all business as usual at the North-West University (NWU) Potchefstroom Campus. Dignitaries from the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Higher Education, the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) were hosted for a day-long oversight visit to the…

NWU student represents South Africa in first Kho Kho World Cup

North-West University (NWU) nursing student Bonolo Precious Mogari and her teammates reached the semi-finals and secured a bronze medal for South Africa in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in India.

"It was an incredible experience to represent South Africa on such a global stage," says Bonolo. "I have been playing Kho Kho since I was 12…

NWU is first in South Africa to implement this world-leading residence management system

The NWU is implementing a new residence management system that will significantly improve efficiency within the university’s residences. The StarRez system is specifically designed for student housing and has numerous applications for residence management, placements, student interactions and reporting, among others.

“This is a trusted…

Social work students pledge their dedication

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) subject group Social Work celebrated its annual Solemn Declaration Ceremony, a significant event for social work students across the university.

The ceremony was organised by senior lecturer Tasleem Sayed from the Potchefstroom Campus, Dr Lucé Pretorius, deputy subject group leader and senior lecturer…

Strategic planning workshop empowers student leadership at NWU

From 08 to 10 November 2024, the Students' Representative Council (SRC) of North-West University (NWU) participated in an annual strategic planning and training workshop. Organised by the office of the executive director: student life, the workshop aimed to equip SRC members with the knowledge, skills, and strategic direction needed for their…

Industry-academic partnership gives chemistry students practical exposure to real-world problem solving

By Tiyiselani Precious Miyambu

Practical training in chromatography, made possible through an industry-academic partnership, is enabling chemistry students at the North-West University (NWU) to develop problem-solving skills and gain confidence in managing real-world laboratory tasks.

The NWU’s subject…

Break free: Overcoming procrastination and perfectionism

by Jorina Smit, industrial psychologist at Thuso, Student Counselling and Development

Imagine sitting at your desk, the deadline for your assignment looming just days away. You glance at the blank page in front of you, and a wave of anxiety washing over you as you think about the perfect result you need to…