NWU is doing its part to eliminate a silent killer
Raised blood pressure is the biggest single risk factor responsible for mortality worldwide.
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NWU to host world-renowned experts at first ever BRICSCESS and SASMA joint conference
According to the World Economic Forum, the BRICS economies will be the most competitive of all countries in the coming years and are distinguished by their significant regional and global influence.
NWU celebrate Africa Day by honouring feminine leadership hero
On 25 May 1963, Africa made history with the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), the precursor to the African Union (AU).
Observing risk management through the psychological looking glass
Prof Marise Born became the latest addition to the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Optentia research focus area’s impressive cadre of extraordinary professors.
NWU delivers PhD graduates from every corner of Africa
Nelson Mandela once said that he dreams of the realisation of a unified Africa, whereby its leaders combine their efforts to solve the problems of the continent.
Penn State expert to join Optentia
Prof Sinfree Makoni will be delivering his prestige lecture as extraordinary professor at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Optentia research focus area on the campus in Vanderbijlpark on Monday, 20 May 2019.
Adv Thuli Madonsela awarded NWU honorary doctorate
On 23 May 2019, the North-West University (NWU) rewarded an experienced and well-respected individual in the field of law for the enormous role she has played in promoting democracy in South Africa, with the promotion of good governance and accountability being her first priority.
NWU honours Dr Imtiaz Ismail Sooliman for exceptional work
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) high standard for an honorary doctorate was recently met by an individual with extraordinary leadership traits who has made exceptional contributions towards cross-border and international cooperation. Dr Imtiaz Ismail Sooliman’s work speaks for itself and was awarded on 22 May 2019.
Prof Monica Ferreira receives an honorary doctorate from the NWU
The North-West University (NWU) honoured Prof Monica Ferreira with an honorary doctorate on 22 May 2019 as the most prominent first-generation exponent of research on and the development of a policy on ageing in Africa.
NWU Mafikeng: EWP gala event celebrates female entrepreneurs
The inaugural gala event of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Enterprising Women Programme as on the campus in Mahikeng was a night of glitz and glamour. The event, reminiscent of the Oscars of Entrepreneurship, was recently hosted in the capital of the North West province.