Can South Africa truly transform if the knowledge systems shaping its institutions, policies and society remain largely unchanged? This question was at the heart of a thought-provoking colloquium at the North-West University (NWU), where scholars, researchers and practitioners explored how ubuntu, capability theory and decolonial thinking could contribute to a more just and inclusive society.
Legendary stage and screen actress Sandra Prinsloo’s career has been marked by memorable performances spanning more than five decades.
On 29 September 2026, the North-West University (NWU) recognised her contribution to the arts and South Africa’s cultural heritage by awarding her an honorary doctorate at the university’s Potchefstroom Campus.
“Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.” That was one of the mantras of Theodore ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States. It meant diplomacy backed by real force. As US imperial ambitions expanded – remember, this was the time when the US fully invested in the building of the Panama Canal, among other pursuits – it set the tone for its expansionist policies.
By: Mafumane Tlhapi and Sthembiso Seyama
Community media must strengthen its finances, improve governance and embrace digital platforms to remain relevant. It must also continue giving local communities a voice and provide young media professionals with practical training. These were among the key messages from a public seminar hosted by the Faculty of Humanities at the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU).
What started as a university illustration project inspired by the myths and mysteries of sleep paralysis has earned Ashley du Rand, graphic design graduate of North-West University (NWU), international recognition.
She has been named New Talent Winner in the publishing division of the prestigious World Illustration Awards, one of the world’s leading illustration competitions.
South Africa’s digital humanities community is set to come together for the Digital Humanities Cluster Summit, taking place from 7–9 October 2026 at UNISA in Pretoria, with online participation also available.
Africa can draw on the leadership values of its past to build stronger institutions, restore public trust and reclaim its intellectual future.
This was the central message from Prof. Gilbert Motsaathebe, deputy dean for teaching and learning in the Faculty of Humanities at the North-West University (NWU).
Sydney Sweeney’s provocative Novig campaign attracted millions of views, but did it build the betting platform’s brand – or merely make its celebrity partner more famous?
Two North-West University (NWU) scholars have received national recognition for research addressing two defining challenges of the modern age: the impact of HIV on African communities and the growing influence of artificial intelligence on journalism.
Prof. Monray Williams and Soligah Solomons were honoured at the National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards ceremony in Gqeberha on Thursday, 3 September.
The Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU) hosted an engaging policy seminar on Monday, 31 August 2026, focusing on the state of local government in contemporary South Africa, local government transformation and the review of the Local Government White Paper.