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Looking to sustainable agriculture
Poultry manure could revolutionise farming practices in South Africa, particularly among subsistence farmers in rural areas. This is one of the research findings of Mandisa Mazibuko, a researcher from the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences. Her research delves into the effects of poultry manure on selected maize cultivars and soil…http://news.nwu.ac.za/celebrating-progress-and-innovation-recruitment-registration
Celebrating progress and innovation: from recruitment to registration
On Tuesday, 2 April 2024, the North-West University (NWU) Student Information System (SIS) project, SIS Eagle, officially launched the Student Client Relations Management (CRM Nexus) module to drive the university’s application cycle for 2025. The CRM Nexus module is designed to streamline the entire value chain from recruitment to application and…http://news.nwu.ac.za/student-centricity-remains-key-successful-teaching-and-learning
Student centricity remains the key to successful teaching and learning
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) hosted another successful Teaching and Learning Conference from 10 to 12 September. Themed "Student centricity in teaching and learning at the NWU", the conference stressed the importance of reimagining teaching and learning methodologies to better cater to the specific…http://news.nwu.ac.za/vanderbijlpark-campus-and-gdcs-forge-partnership-empower-communities-and-promote-social-justice
Vanderbijlpark Campus and GDCS forge partnership to empower communities and promote social justice
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Gauteng Department of Community Safety (GDCS) to empower communities and promote social justice, focusing on gender-based violence (GBV). The signing ceremony included representatives from the Sedibeng District, student leaders,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/staff-honours-mandela-day-serve-server-campaign
Staff honours Mandela Day with “Serve-a-Server” Campaign
By Belinda Bantham and Dina Mashiyane In a heartfelt tribute to Nelson Mandela’s legacy, the North-West University (NWU) Library and Information Service (LIS) staff across the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark campuses took action to inspire change by participating in a unique “Serve-a-Server” campaign. This initiative, a…http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-represent-south-africa-rightscon-2025-taiwan
Academic to represent South Africa at RightsCon 2025 in Taiwan
Dr Moleboheng Ramulumo, a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education, Research Unit Self-Directed Learning has been invited by the Disability Cluster of the South African Youth Forum (SAYOF) to represent South Africa at RightsCon 2025, taking place in Taipei, Taiwan, from 23 to 29 February 2025. Dr Ramulumo will participate in a round-table…http://news.nwu.ac.za/lasting-memorial-event-honour-our-staff-and-students
A lasting memorial event to honour our staff and students
On Friday, 3 November, the three campuses of the North-West University (NWU) each hosted their annual memorial service in honour of all the staff and students who had sadly passed away during the past year. Thirty-two students and eight personnel had passed away – a figure the NWU could never have anticipated. “These individuals are not just…http://news.nwu.ac.za/south-africa-buckles-under-scorching-weather
South Africa buckles under scorching weather
South Africans know El Niño means a hot, dry summer, but climate experts from the North-West University (NWU) warn the El Niño impact extends beyond just drought – there is some evidence, although not significant, that it also brings severe weather events and increased risk of heat stress. El Niño, a global climate phenomenon characterised by…http://news.nwu.ac.za/sadilars-strategic-vision-presented-clarin-management
SADiLaR’s strategic vision presented to CLARIN Management
Stakeholder engagement is a crucial part of the South African Centre for Digital Language Resources (SADiLaR)'s strategic mission. With the adoption of a new five-year strategy plan, the infrastructure is dedicated to promoting its mandate and establishing a local and global presence to attract potential partners in the domains of natural language…http://news.nwu.ac.za/faculty-educations-first-annual-sports-day-huge-triumph
Faculty of Education’s first annual Sports Day: A huge triumph
The air was filled with excitement and anticipation as the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Education on the Potchefstroom Campus gathered for its first annual Sports Day on 28 May 2024. This event – aimed at fostering team spirit and providing a day of fun away from the usual hustle and bustle of the office – was held at the Fanie du…http://news.nwu.ac.za/zanobia-kanjee-triumphs-hewla-2024-championing-women-support-services
Zanobia Kanjee triumphs at HEWLA 2024, championing women in support services
Zanobia Kanjee, head of e-Learning at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Unit for Distance Learning, has been recognised for her remarkable contributions in the field of digital learning technologies during the recent Higher Education Women Leaders Awards (HEWLA), hosted by Higher Education Resource Services South Africa (HERS-SA). She…http://news.nwu.ac.za/unlocking-frontiers-south-african-delegation-explores-chinas-education-landscape
Unlocking frontiers: South African delegation explores China's education landscape
A delegation representing various South African universities was recently invited by the Intercultural Education Company (IEC) to explore the educational landscape of the People's Republic of China. During the 10-day expedition the delegation had the opportunity to learn more about China's educational success, its innovative employability…http://education.nwu.ac.za/centre-higher-education-professional-development/home
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Introduction of the Centre Welcome to the Centre for Higher Education Professional Development (CHEPD). The establishment of this centre is a response to national policies urging higher education institutions to enhance the quality of university teaching. Notably, the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/faculty-health-sciences-teaching-team-honoured-national-award
Faculty of Health Sciences teaching team honoured with national award
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the North-West University (NWU) is celebrating a major achievement after its Understanding the World of Health teaching team was named one of the winners of the 2025 National University Teaching Award (NUTA). They received the NUTA award in category 3: A Collaboration of Academics who have shown innovation in…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-protection-services-fosters-culture-care-through-its-awareness-campaign
NWU Protection Services fosters a culture of care through its Awareness Campaign
A university should be a transformative environment in which students can explore their passions and grow as individuals. While this experience shapes future professionals and responsible citizens, ensuring student safety is equally important. Academic institutions repeatedly grapple with safety concerns that extend beyond the lecture halls.…http://news.nwu.ac.za/vanderbijlpark-campus-leadership-shares-vision-2026
Vanderbijlpark Campus leadership shares vision for 2026
The North-West University (NWU) Vanderbijlpark Campus, through the office of the campus chief director, recently hosted a Campus Connect Breakfast that brought together staff members, academic leaders and student representatives for a morning of reflection, alignment and renewed commitment to institutional excellence. Held at Tsebonokeng Hall,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/universities-must-play-their-part-local-government-reform
Universities must play their part in local government reform
According to North-West University (NWU) principal and vice-chancellor Prof. Bismark Tyobeka higher education institutions have a role to play in supporting governance reform at local municipalities - many of which are in disarray. “Universities can contribute to the rehabilitation of local government through research, skills development and…http://news.nwu.ac.za/alleviating-pain-family-disputes
Alleviating the pain of family disputes
Family disputes are traumatic, especially for the young and vulnerable involved. Resolving issues such as divorce is difficult and painful. However, South Africa’s overloaded courts, delays in custody arrangements, prolonged conflict between parents and mounting legal costs mean that children are ultimately the ones who pay. Another challenge…http://news.nwu.ac.za/introducing-technology-and-real-world-scenarios-first-year-students
Introducing technology and real-world scenarios to first-year students
The North-West University (NWU) continues to embrace innovative teaching approaches that prepare students for the demands of a rapidly evolving workplace. This commitment was recently demonstrated through an engaging classroom initiative designed for first-year Human Resource Management (HRM) students, where technology and real-world application…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/centre-text-technology/postgraduate-study