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Unlocking dreams, shaping futures: Inspiring Matlaba Primary School learners through community engagement

The School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management at the North-West University (NWU) continues to make a meaningful difference beyond the classroom through community engagement initiatives that inspire young people to believe in their potential and pursue their dreams.

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Research shines a spotlight on workplace bullying among teachers

Workplace bullying among teachers remains a largely hidden challenge in South African schools, yet its impact on teachers' mental well-being and their willingness to remain in the profession is profound. 

This is according to new master's-degree research by Olebogeng More, a part-time lecturer in Human Resource Management in the School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management at the North-West University (NWU).

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Strengthening SA’s entrepreneurship agenda through Global Entrepreneurship Monitor partnership

The North-West University (NWU) continues to strengthen its contribution to entrepreneurship research and policy development through its active participation in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) South Africa Consortium, a partnership that is helping shape the future of entrepreneurship in South Africa.

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Empowering the next generation of women entrepreneurs through TransformHER

The North-West University (NWU) continues to strengthen its commitment to entrepreneurship development and women's economic empowerment through its participation in the international TransformHER initiative. This is a collaborative project that equips young women with the confidence, entrepreneurial capabilities and networks needed to shape their entrepreneurial futures.

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From the Cederberg to space: Rooibos can take South African tourism further

Rooibos has long helped to place South Africa on the international tourism map. Now, the country’s distinctive indigenous plant is preparing to leave the planet.

In October 2026, rooibos seeds are scheduled to travel to the International Space Station, where they will be exposed to microgravity and cosmic radiation before returning to Earth. Scientists will compare them with control seeds to determine how the conditions affected their germination and growth.

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STEP programme expands to communities as entrepreneur turns training into business growth

What began as an entrepreneurship programme for students at the North-West University (NWU), has expanded into a community initiative that is helping local business owners grow their enterprises. 

The Student Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (STEP) programme at the Mahikeng Campus now includes community members, with one participant already translating classroom learning into business growth and national recognition.

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Academic elected president of Southern African Universities Staff Sports Association

The North-West University (NWU) continues to strengthen its leadership footprint across southern Africa. Prof. Daniel Metsileng, deputy director of the School of Economic Sciences, was elected as the new president of the Southern African Universities Staff Sports Association (SAUSSA).

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