Although South Africa remains listed as an African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) beneficiary for now, the imminent deadline emphasised by the South African Chamber of Commerce in the USA (SACCUSA) has created uncertainty for business interests between the two countries.
The chancellor of the North-West University (NWU) and professor of practice at the NWU Business School, Dr Anna Mokgokong, called for science, enterprise and partnership to convert rural potential into shared prosperity.
Approximately 14% of employees in South Africa are at risk of burnout, highlighting the need for workplaces to recognise the warning signs of an occupational health crisis that affects employees’ well-being, productivity and performance.
The figure was highlighted by Prof. Leon de Beer, extraordinary professor in the WorkWell research unit in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the North-West University (NWU), following a recent burnout workshop hosted at the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
Prof. Raymond Parsons
Opinion piece by Prof. Ushotanefe Useh, deputy dean for community engagement and stakeholder relations in the Faculty of Health Sciences of the North-West University.
Universities, as seats of knowledge, are tasked with developing conceptual abilities and producing graduates who can contribute meaningfully to society.
North-West University (NWU) academic Prof. Olubukola Oluranti Babalola has strengthened her position in international science following the announcement by the International Science Council (ISC) of its 2026 Fellowship cohort.
The announcement, made on 16 October 2026, recognises scientists for their contributions to research, scientific cooperation and the use of science to address challenges facing society.
Municipalities should be held accountable for failing to adopt practical innovations that could improve service delivery, reduce financial losses and help expose corruption, says Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU).
When the Minister of Finance tables the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement on 21 October, one test will be whether it delivers on a promise made to South Africa’s youngest children.
In February’s State of the Nation Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa set a goal of ending child stunting by 2030. More than a quarter of children under five are too short for their age. He said the mini-budget would set out a clear allocation for the plan.
Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, NWU principal and vice-chancellor, delivered the keynote address at Mintek-SCi 2026, the Science Convention of Innovators.