More than 500 students on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus received food parcels through the Meal-a-Day Programme during July 2026. This initiative continues to respond to growing food insecurity and to help students remain focused on their studies.

Established in 2017, the programme has become one of the key student support initiatives at the university, helping students facing financial hardship to access nutritious meals while pursuing their studies.

The North-West University (NWU) continues to strengthen its commitment to entrepreneurship development and women's economic empowerment through its participation in the international TransformHER initiative. This is a collaborative project that equips young women with the confidence, entrepreneurial capabilities and networks needed to shape their entrepreneurial futures.

Science came alive for more than 1500 learners from schools across the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District when the North-West University (NWU) hosted its fourth annual Vice-Chancellor's Science Day at Hoërskool Wolmaransstad, exposing young people to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers while bringing university expertise directly to communities.

• By Dr Marelize Vergottini, senior lecturer in Social Work at the North-West University (NWU).

The North-West University (NWU) has opened a new Law Clinic building on its Mahikeng Campus, expanding free legal services for qualifying members of the public while strengthening practical legal training for future legal practitioners.