By Mzwandile Ndlovu

Many of us have felt a racing heartbeat and shaky breath before speaking in public, but this anxiety can be rechannelled into energy and confidence to take command of the podium.

The Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University (NWU) staged a colourful and symbolic “Campus Wedding” on Friday, 26 September, bringing together staff, students and alumni in a celebration of cultural diversity and unity.

The event formed part of the annual Culture Integration Day at the NWU, observed across all three campuses, but this year took on a unique theme: a cross-cultural wedding symbolising the union of South African and international traditions.

By Lihle Sosibo

Following Heritage month, the South African Centre for Digital Language Resources (SADiLaR) at the North-West University (NWU) proudly turns the spotlight inwards, celebrating its own heritage through its history book titled The Story of SADiLaR.

The North-West University (NWU) Staff Sports Club on the Potchefstroom Campus is proud and excited to represent the university at the upcoming University Staff Sport and Wellness of South Africa (USSWSA) national tournament, taking place in Gqeberha from 9 to 11 October 2025. Hosted by Nelson Mandela University, the tournament will bring together staff teams from 16 universities across South Africa for three days of competitive action and spirited sportsmanship.

The School of Psychosocial Health at the North-West University (NWU) hosted the second Social Workers in Schools (SWIS) International Conference from 10 to 12 September on the Vanderbijlpark Campus of the NWU. The first international conference was held in the United Kingdom during 2024, and the conference in South Africa was the very first of its kind in the country. The conference brought together practitioners, researchers, scholars, teachers and policymakers to share insights and create solutions for learners.

Dr Sabelilie Tenza, a patient safety expert at North-West University (NWU), led a powerful conversation about strengthening patient safety and healthcare in Africa at the recent Quality Management and Patient Safety – Reimagined Forum, which was held at the WHX Labs in Cape Town.

Hosted in partnership with the Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa (COHSASA), the forum aimed to find solutions to create a culture in which families and communities play an active role in safety and care.

By Jalize Fourie

The Faculty of Humanities at North-West University (NWU) took a bold step into the future of research and innovation with the official launch of its Centre for Digital Humanities (CDH) on Friday, 19 September, at the Riverside Sun Hotel in Vanderbijlpark.

By Gofaone Motsamai

While tourism remains one of South Africa’s biggest economic growth areas, little research has been done to investigate the travel habits of black city dwellers who are a fast-growing sector of the market.

Step up Kamohelo Lempe, a second-year MA Tourism candidate at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus, who is charting new territory in South African tourism research.

Two former North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute players who once lit up the Varsity Football tournament have stepped onto the Premier Soccer League (PSL) stage. Banele Hlophe, a midfield talent who impressed with JDR Stars in the National First Division, has joined Chippa United, while Cameron Chweu has been signed by top-flight newcomers Orbit College FC.

By Jalize Fourie

The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus recently transformed into a centre of inspiration, diversity, and meaningful connections as Men Evolve Meets Goddess Night brought students, staff, and alumni together under one roof.

The exciting event combined two long-standing initiatives – Men Evolve and Goddess Night – Into a single, dynamic platform that encouraged collaboration.