Transport is about more than moving people and goods. It connects communities to jobs, education and economic opportunities. This message took centre stage as the North-West University (NWU) brought together industry experts, government officials, traditional leaders and students to explore solutions to transport challenges and prepare young people for careers in the sector.
The North-West University (NWU), led by the deputy vice-chancellor for student life, people and culture and transformation, Dr Joe Molete, joined traditional leaders, community members and cultural practitioners at the ninth annual Tholo Ikitse Cultural Festival, held at the Kgotla of the Barolong Boo Motshegare in Lokaleng Village on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
As breast cancer continues to affect women across towns and communities, early detection remains one of the most powerful tools in the fight against the disease. According to the latest data from the National Cancer Registry (NCR), approximately one in 28 women in South Africa may develop breast cancer during their lifetime.
A potential partnership between the North-West University (NWU) and the Sernick group could create new opportunities for student training, livestock research and emerging farmer development.
The two organisations have started discussions on collaborations in beef production, research, experiential learning and agricultural development. Meetings took place at the Pienaarskamp Research Farm in Potchefstroom on 28 September 2026 and at the Mahikeng Campus and Molelwane Research Farm on 2 October.
A surprise laptop was more than a new piece of technology for North-West University (NWU) student Owami Mbedu. It was another sign that the people funding her studies believe in her future.
Owami, who is enrolled in the extended BCom in logistics management with statistics programme, received the laptop during an engagement between the NWU and The Kuehne + Nagel Inzuzo Trust at the Mahikeng Campus on 23 September 2026.
As part of the commitment of the North-West University (NWU) to community engagement and knowledge sharing, the School of Languages in Education, together with the School of Psycho-Social Education, recently visited the Groenpunt Management Area of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) to engage and inspire female staff on leadership, education and personal development.
Students, staff members, university leaders, gender activists and government representatives recently joined forces at the Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University (NWU) for a powerful Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Awareness Walk.
The walk came at a time when South Africa continues to grapple with the devastating impact of gender-based violence (GBV), including the killing of women and girls, making the call for greater awareness, reporting, prevention and accountability increasingly urgent.
By: Mafumane Tlhapi and Sthembiso Seyama
Community media must strengthen its finances, improve governance and embrace digital platforms to remain relevant. It must also continue giving local communities a voice and provide young media professionals with practical training. These were among the key messages from a public seminar hosted by the Faculty of Humanities at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU).
By: Keabetswe Gopane
North-West University (NWU) alumni in Botswana are exploring a partnership with the Land Cruiser Club of Botswana (LCB) to support the development of the Lefoko Village Library Project, a community initiative aimed at expanding access to education, information and digital resources in rural Botswana.
As part of the Giving Week activities at the North-West University (NWU), Molelwane Farm at the Mahikeng Campus has turned a fresh harvest into an opportunity to support students who may be facing financial challenges.