The 555 Plan: a practical route towards rebuilding trust in the police
By Cobus Steenkamp, lecturer and researcher in police practice at the North-West University (NWU).
Cobus Steenkamp
Human Interest
Meet Dr Shuping – South Africa’s youngest doctoral graduate in Setswana
At the age of 31, Dr Reoikantse Lucrucia Shuping has become South Africa’s youngest doctoral graduate in African Language and Linguistics (Setswana), following research that addresses the divide between spoken and written Setswana.
Dr Shuping, a Setswana lecturer in the School of Languages at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus, received her DPhil degree from the University of the Witwatersrand on 13 July 2026.
Deputy Minister urges law students to build careers that strengthen justice
According to the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, the legal profession is a public service and a calling rather than simply a career.
Addressing law students at a career expo held as part of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mandela Day programme, he emphasised the importance of purpose and integrity when pursuing a career in law.
New NWU Law Clinic building to strengthen legal education and access to justice
For law students, the new dedicated Law Clinic building on the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) will turn legal theory into real-world practice. For members of the public, private consultation rooms ensure privacy and dignity.
These are some of the benefits that students and the public will experience when the Faculty of Law officially opens its new Mahikeng Law Clinic building on 30 July 2026.
Mandela Day: Choose your legacy at the NWU
By Michelle Hammann
Mandela Day is an international annual celebration on 18 July to commemorate late president Nelson Mandela’s lasting legacy. People around the world are encouraged to make Mandela’s principles and values part of their lives.
“It is easy to break down and destroy. The heroes are those who make peace and build,” Nelson Mandela said.
The spirit of Madiba lives on at the NWU
On 5 December, 2013, the world stood still as it mourned the passing of a man who transcended being a statesman.
Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was that, and so much more. He left a legacy cast in iron and forged in a fire of passion for humanity. No prison cell could restrain his ideals, no sounds of suppression, intimidation or fear could silence his voice.
As mournful as we were on that sorrowful day 16 years ago, so loud we are in celebrating his life on his birthday every 18 July.
Conference places collaboration at the heart of research and societal impact
For many who grew up in the 1990s, Captain Planet was the environmental superhero who could only be summoned when five young Planeteers united the powers of earth, fire, wind, water and heart.
It was this familiar image that Prof. Habib Noorbhai, deputy dean for research, innovation, community engagement and postgraduate studies in the Faculty of Health Sciences, used to describe the Faculty of Health Community Engagement Champions and delegates at the African Community-Led Knowledge Co-Creation Conference.
NWU Economic Update challenges students to become job creators, not just job seekers
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Against the backdrop of South Africa's persistent youth unemployment crisis, the North-West University (NWU) hosted its Economic Update under the theme Umuntu Omusha – "Education for Jobs in Our Economy", challenging students to rethink their role in the economy by becoming adaptable graduates, innovative entrepreneurs and ethical leaders capable of shaping South Africa's future.
Serious play at CHHP lays the brickwork for stronger communication
Effective communication is essential for organisational success, yet many teams struggle with meaningful engagement, collaboration and problem-solving. This is especially true in increasingly digital workplaces where online interactions often replace face-to-face communication.