By Loveness Hulwane

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently inaugurated its Student Campus Council (SCC) members for the 2024/25 term.

During this significant event, the new SCC members were officially welcomed into office in the presence of their constituencies. During the ceremony, members took an oath, pledging their commitment to addressing the issues faced by students and ensuring their voices are heard.

North-West University (NWU) students Luciano Willemse, a PhD student in biochemistry, and Nadia Olivier, a PhD student in pharmacology, excelled in the virtual provincial FameLab competition held on 10 September.

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) School of Physical and Chemical Sciences (SPCS) will host its highly anticipated SPCS in Action event on 25 and 26 September 2024 at the Mahikeng Campus.

With the theme “Connecting academia and industry through science”, this event seeks to enhance collaboration between the scientific education and industrial sectors, providing a valuable platform for students, academics and professionals to engage with industry leaders.

With only two games remaining in the Varsity Netball round-robin stage, the North-West University (NWU) faces a crucial period in their campaign as they fight to secure a place in the semi-finals. Despite a challenging weekend, where NWU suffered a 64-39 loss against the University of Johannesburg (UJ), the team remains focused on their goal.

Coach Elsunet du Plessis emphasises that their semi-final hopes are still alive and that they are working hard to improve and perform under pressure.

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.

The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) Initial Test of Competence (ITC) exam is a critical milestone for aspiring chartered accountants in the country, and North-West University (NWU) students have once again proven to be among the best in the country.

Achieving high results in this exam demonstrates a strong grasp of fundamental accounting principles and readiness for advanced professional practice.

North-West University (NWU) student and bodybuilder Rusmore Verah has been selected to represent South Africa at the International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation (IFBB) World Men’s Bodybuilding Championships that will take place from 23 to 27 September 2024 on Kish Island, Iran.

Rushmore's selection comes after a series of strong performances in various bodybuilding competitions. He recently clinched first place and the overall title in the Men's Physique Over 178 cm category, solidifying his place as one of South Africa's top bodybuilding talents.

The North-West University (NWU) will be hosting the thrilling Prestige Schools Sevens Rugby tournament at the Fanie du Toit sportsgrounds in Potchefstroom on 6 and 7 September, where the  under-17 teams from 16 top rugby schools will compete for the champion spot.

In an intense and competitive match, the North-West University (NWU) faced off against the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) in a thrilling encounter that ended in a 1-1 draw.

The game kicked off with both teams showing early promise but struggling to break the deadlock in the opening minutes. Despite several probing attacks from both sides, the score remained goalless until the 27th minute.

By Mafumane Tlhapi and Lethabo Matjiu

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Student Campus Council (SCC) on the Mahikeng Campus invited young female students and members of the LGBTQIA+ community to an event to celebrate Women’s Month on 17 August 2024.