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A tale of three cities: NWU webinar reflects on South Africa’s stance on Russian/Ukraine war

This webinar analysed the country’s stance and the extensive criticism it received on its decision not to vote on three United Nations General Assembly resolutions condemning Russia's intervention within Ukraine - with both the United States of America and the Russian Federation equally vying for support from South Africa.

Submitted on Mon, 09/12/2022 - 15:31

Professor continues NWU tradition on popular radio programme

A proud tradition of speaking up to protect the environment is alive and well.

The experts of the North-West University (NWU) have for years been part of the very popular weekly insert Omgewingspraatjies on the radio programme Brêkfis met Derrich on Radio Sonder Grense (RSG) on Saturday mornings. Prof Rialet Pieters, professor in Zoology at the School of Biological Sciences, is continuing this tradition on RSG as the NWU’s new voice on Omgewingspraatjies.

Submitted on Wed, 09/07/2022 - 15:50

NWU Mahikeng Campus celebrates administrative professionals

By Ontiretse Motingwa

Business Enterprise and Development and residences on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus recently celebrated Administrative Professionals' Day at the campus’ new residence, Cluster 10.

“We want to make secretaries and administrative professionals feel valued as they provide invaluable input and are an important part of the university,” says Freedom Gwele, residence manager.

The administrative professionals were treated to a beautiful event and scrumptious meal.

Submitted on Fri, 09/09/2022 - 13:22

NWU Eagles crushes VUT to secure semi-final spot in Varsity Football

The North-West University (NWU) Eagles crushed the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) by 3-0 in the seventh and final round-robin Varsity Football game at the NWU’s Mahikeng Stadium on Thursday, 8 September 2022.

In the 21st minute of the game, the NWU Eagles opened the scoring thanks to Omphile Shuping who netted with a long-range left-foot shot.

VUT had a double chance to equalize just before the break, but the first attempt following a corner shot hit the post before NWU goalkeeper Luzuko Jevuka denied VUT on the rebound.

Submitted on Fri, 09/09/2022 - 13:13

NWU alumnus appointed Consul-General

North-West University (NWU) alumnus Dr Bobby Moroe has been appointed Consul-General of South Africa in Lagos, Nigeria. Dr Moroe assumed this new assignment on 5 September 2022, and will be responsible for nine of the 36 states in Nigeria.

As head of the South African consulate in Lagos, he will be responsible for promoting trade and investment opportunities for South African businesses in Nigeria, and to encourage the same for Nigerian companies in South Africa.

Submitted on Fri, 09/09/2022 - 13:03

NWU acknowledges Comrades heroes

On Wednesday, 7 September, the North-West University (NWU) recognised two outstanding individuals for their grit, determination and perseverance during the 2022 Comrades Marathon. This took place during an event at which outgoing Council members were honoured for their contribution and services to the NWU. 

Submitted on Fri, 09/09/2022 - 12:40

A decade of excellence – NWU’s HART Research and Training Clinic reaches milestone

The Hypertension Research and Training Clinic of the Hypertension in Africa Research Team (HART) at the North-West University (NWU) is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a symposium that will see esteemed international and local experts in high blood pressure research converge on the Potchefstroom Campus.

The symposium, A decade of hypertension research: reflecting on the past to strengthen the future, will take place on 19 and 20 September.

Submitted on Fri, 09/09/2022 - 12:02

NWU’s Vanderbijlpark Campus honours administrative professionals

The North-West University's (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently celebrated Administrative Professionals' Day 2022 in recognition of the important contribution that administrative professionals make each year in the workplace.

The event held at the Small Lapa saw secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals from the different faculties, departments and divisions being treated to a full breakfast. 

Submitted on Thu, 09/08/2022 - 15:35

NWU continues to feed South African sport

The North-West University (NWU) continues to show why this institution is a conveyer belt for South African athletics.

During this year’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England, the NWU once again made sure that the South African team had a characteristic NWU flavour.

For the national netball team, goal shooter

Elmeré van den Berg showed her steel time after time and established herself as a player of the future.

Submitted on Thu, 09/08/2022 - 15:09