Mduduzi Mccoy Sithole, currently an administrator at the North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute, has transitioned from playing for South Africa’s junior teams – Orlando Pirates FC and Kaizer Chiefs FC – to a significant role in soccer administration.
North-West University (NWU) students Karabo Makau, Matshepo Soto and Potego Sethwape recently walked away with the spoils in a hackathon hosted by Lelapa AI at the University of Johannesburg that took place from 29 to 30 June 2024.
The team, known as Unitech, was challenged to create a municipality WhatsApp chatbot for the prepaid electricity meter ground team.
By Bonolo Monaisa
Student Life on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus recently hosted a Leadership Development programme for 40 prospective student leaders from 11 to 14 July.
Among the 40 nominated leaders were members of the Society Sub-committee residences committees and the Golden Key Society.
By Bonolo Monaisa
Keamogetsoe Ledwaba-Moadi has been appointed as the new station manager at the NWUFM, the radio station at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus.
Keamogetsoe says he is driven by his lifelong passion for radio and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the industry.
‘‘My passion for radio started at the age of 14, a dream that quickly took root and flourished. I sharpened my skills at a high school radio station, setting the stage for a lifelong career in the industry.’’
North-West University (NWU) academic Prof Gilbert Motsaathebe and alumnus Dr Monicca Thulisile Bhuda have been selected as part of South Africa's team for the 20th International Book Fair of Venezuela (FILVEN) in Caracas, from 11 to 21 July 2024. South Africa will be the guest of honour at this event.
Renowned broadcaster and SABC newsreader Masego Ezekiel Matjila will be awarded an honorary doctorate by the North-West University (NWU) on 18 July at the Mahikeng Campus.
Masego has demonstrated significant dedication in promoting the Setswana language at the SABC.
Public Protector Adv Kholeka Gcaleka delivered a lecture at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus on 11 July 2024, during which she emphasised the role of community engagement and the Public Protector in upholding and strengthening South Africa’s constitutional democracy.
Adv Gcaleka highlighted the principles of South Africa’s constitutional democracy, established in 1994, adding that the rule of law, transparency, and accountability are the bedrock of the nation's democratic framework.
North-West University (NWU) alumnus Dr Thulisile Bhuda has been selected for the Sunday World Unsung Heroes 2024 list under the Youth in Academia and Education category.
The Sunday World Unsung Heroes list acknowledges individuals for their entrepreneurial spirit in making significant contributions to the country.
By Phenyo Mokgothu and Bonolo Monaisa
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Indigenous Language Media in Africa (ILMA) research niche area hosted an International Association for Minority Language Media Research conference (IAMLMR) from 9 to 11 July 2024.
When seeking legal assistance, community members often face significant barriers owing to inadequate financial resources. One way to connect members of the public with legal services is to use online channels.
This is one of the possible solutions outlined in the research work of Prof Lusanda Beauty Juta, acting deputy director of the School of Government Studies at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU).