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Emerging woman leader selected for prestigious Abe Bailey Fellowship

For Mohau Phala, leadership has never been about holding a title or being in the spotlight. Instead, it has always been about serving others, making a difference and leaving people and communities better than she found them. 

It is this commitment to servant leadership that has earned the North-West University (NWU) law student a place among South Africa's emerging young leaders as a recipient of the prestigious Abe Bailey Fellowship.

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NWU leads conversation to shape the future of circular mining in South Africa

The North-West University’s (NWU) Centre for Sustainable Mining (CSM), host  of the South African Circular Minerals and Metals Initiative (SACMMI) Hub, brought together leaders from government, academia, mining industry, research councils, and advocacy groups to gather strategic insights and evidence that will inform the development of South Africa’s Science, Technology and Innovation strategy for circularity in the Minerals and Metals Sector.

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NWU students win seven out of 13 awards at the 2026 South African Institute of Physics conference

By Michelle Hammann

The 70th annual South African Institute of Physics (SAIP) awards ceremony took place at the University of the Western Cape from 6 to 10 July 2026. The North-West University (NWU) took home seven out of 13 prestigious student awards for presentations in the fields of space science and astrophysics. 

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Animal health centre builds a bridge between classrooms and communities

For many farmers and animal owners in the North West Province, access to animal healthcare can determine the health of their livestock, household income and food security. At the North-West University (NWU), the Dale Bieghle Animal Health Centre has become a link between academic training and community service, providing animal healthcare while preparing graduates to serve South Africa's agricultural sector.

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Building inclusive cities one conversation at a time

In an effort to continuously pave the way towards building sustainable communities, the Faculty of Law’s Chair in Cities, Law and Environmental Sustainability (CLES), funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF) as part of its South African Research Chair Initiative (SARChI), recently held its second critical conversation of the year.

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NWU first-year part of the top 22 science and maths students in South Africa

By Michelle Hammann

Every year, the National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) Brilliants Programme honours 22 top-performing students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics-related (STEM-related) study fields. For 2026, Caitlin Mans, a first-year Bachelor of Science student (BSc) in Biological Sciences with Microbiology and Biochemistry, is representing the North-West University (NWU) for this achievement. 

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Book sponsorship sparks new chapter for indigenous knowledge in classrooms

A significant sponsorship of 5100 copies of Indigenous Knowledge Systems: An authoritative guide for South African teachers is set to expand access to this vital educational resource across North West and beyond. The donation, valued at approximately R1,8 million, marks a major step forward in efforts to integrate indigenous knowledge into both school and higher-education curricula.

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Nursing duo to represent NWU nursing students on the South African Nursing Students Association

  • Oreratile Letuka and Ina-Mari Kloppers have been chosen to serve on the South African Nursing Students Association (SANSA) committee for the 2026 academic year.
  • They will represent student concerns and help to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

Their selection places them among student leaders from universities across the country who are committed to advancing the interests of nursing students.

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