Human Interest

NWU tech transfer specialist highlights the role of TTOs at SARIMA 2024 conference in Maputo

At the 2024 Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association (SARIMA) conference in Maputo, Mozambique, Mr Ntiyiso Shabangu, technology transfer specialist at the North-West University (NWU) Technology Transfer and Innovation Support (TTIS) Office, underscored the crucial role of technology transfer offices (TTOs) in conveying the impact of research to diverse stakeholders. His presentation resonated with the theme "It takes a village to raise a child," an African proverb highlighting the communal effort needed for nurturing and development.

Submitted on Tue, 09/10/2024 - 15:51

Raising awareness for clean water and a sustainable future

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (FNAS) , together with the Water Research Group, the Safety, Health and Environment Department and the Green Team, celebrated International Water Week from 26 to 30 August in Potchefstroom.

The Zoology subject group of FNAS organised three community engagement activities to raise awareness of the importance of clean water and sustaining water sources for the future. This included a river clean-up at the Trimpark, a Fish Day at Vyfhoek Primary School, and a citizens Science Shop.

Submitted on Tue, 09/10/2024 - 14:49

Prof Tyobeka lauds proposed national nuclear initiative

The principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU) – and internationally renowned nuclear energy expert – Prof Bismark Tyobeka, has lauded the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy’s (DMRE) proposed recommendation to Cabinet that three possible ownership models to acquire and fund more nuclear projects in SA under the Nuclear New Build Programme (NNBP) be considered.

Submitted on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 14:56

NWU triumphs 3-0 over DUT to qualify for home semi-final

The North-West University (NWU) football team claimed a convincing 3-0 victory against Durban University of Technology (DUT), securing their spot in a home semi-final of the Varsity Football tournament.  

From the outset, the NWU dominated the match, applying relentless pressure on DUT with a series of aggressive attacks. Their disciplined defence and fluid teamwork stifled DUT's attempts to gain momentum, while the NWU's precise passes and strategic plays led to a commanding lead.

Submitted on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 12:29

“Monsters, Myths & Fables” exhibition displays student curators’ growth and learning

The ViNCO (Visual Narratives and Creative Outputs) research entity at the North-West University (NWU), a collective that includes creative practitioners, created an exhibition titled “Monsters, Myths & Fables” with the aim of showcasing and promoting their members’ creative and artistic endeavours. A total of 14 artists, including the ViNCO members and their invited artist friends, are participating in the exhibition at the Snowflake Gallery in Potchefstroom between 15 August and 16 September 2024.

Submitted on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:21

Zanobia Kanjee triumphs at HEWLA 2024, championing women in support services

Zanobia Kanjee, head of e-Learning at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Unit for Distance Learning, has been recognised for her remarkable contributions in the field of digital learning technologies during the recent Higher Education Women Leaders Awards (HEWLA), hosted by Higher Education Resource Services South Africa (HERS-SA).

She received an award in the category Women in Support Services at the awards ceremony that took place at the breath-taking Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town on 29 August 2024.

Submitted on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:12

Rick Turner’s life immortalised in new book

He was a visionary thinker, an activist against an oppressive regime, but also a forgotten figure. No longer. Wits University Press recently released the book Rick Turner's Politics as the Art of the Impossible to universal acclaim, with it even being named News24’s Book of the Month for August.

Gideon van Riet, a senior lecturer in Political Studies and International Relations at the North-West University (NWU), served as one of the editors of the book.

Submitted on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 10:39