In 2024, South Africa is celebrating 30 years of democracy, and Corporate Relations and Marketing, together with the School of Government Studies, at the North-West University (NWU), hosted a panel discussion on 23 May titled 30 Years of Democracy: The power, the people and protecting the way forward.

The event took place on the NWU’s Mahikeng Campus, less than a week before the national elections on 29 May.

The North-West University (NWU) Career Services recently presented career coaching sessions focusing on diversity and inclusivity for 29 students on the Potchefstroom Campus.  

This opportunity provided a platform for students to delve into important topics, exchange ideas with peers, and gain invaluable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

North-West University (NWU) student Rahama Metroll Milanzi has been selected as a semi-finalist for Miss World South Africa 2024. If she wins the title, she will represent South Africa in the global Miss World 2024 pageant, competing against more than 100 contestants from around the world.

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Business Mathematics and Informatics (BMI) held its annual Prestige Awards Ceremony on 26 April 2024, celebrating the exceptional achievements of its students across various categories.

The NWU BMI Prestige Awards do not only celebrate academic excellence, but also highlights the university's commitment to fostering industry-relevant research and innovation. The accomplishments of these students reflect the NWU’s dedication to cultivating leaders and innovators in the fields of business mathematics and informatics.

When one thinks about Mercedes-Benz, images of class, power, prestige and the well-known and loved brand immediately come to mind. Prof Chris van Schoor, project manager and industrial engineering consultant, was the project lead overseeing a significant construction and infrastructure update at the Mercedes-Benz automative assembly plant in East London, South Africa.

North-West University's Faculty of Theology recently held a successful career day at the Govan Mbeki Hall in Potchefstroom. The event explicitly targeted high school students from disadvantaged areas who are interested in pursuing tertiary studies in Theology. It aimed to provide participants with invaluable insights into various career paths within the Faculty of Theology and educate them on the enrollment process at NWU.

This year, the North-West University (NWU) pulled out all the stops for its highly anticipated Open Days, creating an exhilarating experience that perfectly captured the essence of vibrant student life across its campuses. These events were a dynamic blend of excitement, engagement and education, designed to give prospective students and their families a comprehensive look into what makes the NWU a leading institution.

From Potchefstroom to Vanderbijlpark and Mahikeng, each campus offered a unique yet equally thrilling experience.

The North-West University's (NWU’s) People and Culture division held an engagement session for its Women in Leadership initiative on 17 May 2024 at the Mahikeng Campus.

This session marks the first of three across the NWU’s campuses, following the programme's launch in 2023. The aim is to empowering female staff through professional development and extensive training opportunities.

Prince Motaung, North-West University (NWU) alumnus and coach of the dance team on the Mahikeng Campus, recently earned national Protea colours.

He will also manage and coach dance team Omphile Makhobosi and Palesa Mphela, who will represent South Africa at the World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) World Championship’s Under-21 Latin competition on 16 November 2024 in Salaspils, Latvia.

In celebration of Africa Day on 24 May 2024, the North-West University (NWU) hosted a webinar focusing on enhancing education across the continent. Themed "Educate an African fit for the 21st Century", the event brought together experts to engage in a comprehensive dialogue aimed at building resilient education systems that promote increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality and relevant learning.