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ICIL 2022 - Accommodation
Guest House / Hotel Link Email Telephone Number 2Owlsguesthouse View Website +27 (0)82 321 9119 Anne's Place View Website info@annesplace.co.za +27 (0)82 335 1295 Ancient Emperor Guest Estate View Website info@ancientemperor.co.za +27 (0)83 628 6166 d'Oude Molen Guesthouse View Website doudemolen15@gmail.com +27 (0)83 297 6244 Feather Hill…http://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-committees
ICIL 2022 - Committees
Standing Committee, Dr Mathew Moyo (NWU) Dr Sabelo Chizwina (NWU) Ms Maropene Ramabina (NWU) Dr Tiyani Mabunda (WSU) Prof Ike Hlongwane (Unisa) Prof Bosire Onyancha (Unisa) Dr Ina Fourie (UP) Dr Brenda van Wyk (UP) Prof Erica England (Washington State University) Prof Thomas Mackey (SUNY, NY) Ms Jeannet Molopyane (UFS) Prof Serap Kurbanoglu (Turkey) Prof Connie…, Conference Organizing Committee, Dr Mathew Moyo (Chair) Hendra Pretorius (Co-chair) Dr. Ellen Materechera Andre Gouws Dr Tiyani Mabunda Ntobeko Sikhakhane Neli Kaunda Louise Vos Carine Basson Cecil Gaza Elize van Eldik Vukosi Manthosi, Programme Committee, Dr Ellen Materechera (Chair) Andre Gouws (Co-chair) Dr Natasha Ravyse Dr. Nolukhanyo Metula Mamohlotlo Mothiba Dr. Nomasomi Morule Theo Ngake Dr Quatro Mgogo, Logistics Committee, Carine Basson (Chair) Thoko Tswaile Henriëtte Groenewald Helet Swanepoel Jo-Ann Manotwane Gerda Beukman Suzette Jansen van Rensburg, Fundraising Committee, Ntobeko Sikhakhane (Chair) Adri Jansen (Co-chair) Martin Nokoane Alta Victor, Marketing Committee, Louise Vos (Chair) Helet Swanepoel Maphefo Maake Lezelle Snyman, IT & Web Committee, Cecil Gasa (Chair) Elize van Eldik (Co-Chair) Lizwi Njani Lucas van den Heeverhttp://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-excursions
ICIL 2022 - Excursions
Excursions: 14 October 2019 Please note: The excursion is not included in your registration fee. Excursion fees include the entrance fee and the shuttle to the venue. Excursion fees do not include food and beverages. They will be available at all the venues for your pocket. If there are not enough participants for any reason, the trip will be…, Conference Excursions, Lekwena Wildlife Estate, Lekwena Wildlife Estate - Game Drive Lekwena Wildlife Estate is a unique wildlife estate located 11km outside Potchefstroom in the North West Province. The reserve is home to approximately 2000 heads of game, including 20 antelope species and more than 163 identified bird species. The game viewing routes stretch over more than 37 km and are…, Pilanesberg Park Safari, Pilanesberg Park Safari As a Big 5 Reserve – only 2.5 hours from Johannesburg – the Pilanesberg National Park is the perfect destination for travellers wanting a safari experience. Pilanesberg is home to more than 7,000 animals, including the Big 5, and 360 bird species, and promises thrilling game viewing in a malaria-free environment. Cost: ZAR…http://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-cocktail-function-and-gala-dinner
ICIL 2022 - Cocktail Function and Gala Dinner
11 October 2022: Official Opening and Cocktail Function, Time: 17:00 Venue: Botanical Gardens (NWU: Potchefstroom Campus. Enter campus (with your driver's license or identification document) at Gate 1 (corner of Gerrit Dekker and Steve Biko Avenues) Dress code: Smart casual Entertainment: Marimba Melodika, 12 October 2022: Gala Dinner, Time: 18:30 Venue: The Roots (954 M C Roode Drive, Potchefstroom) Dress code: Semi-formal/Traditional Entertainment: Black Note Ensemble Sydwell Sithole Cash bar availablehttp://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2022-contact
ICIL 2022 - Contact
North-West University, Louise Vos (Library and Information Service: Senior Manager Outreach, Projects and Quality) Organising Committee louise.vos@nwu.ac.za Hendra Pretorius (Library and Information Service: Director Client Services) Organising Committee hendra.pretorius@nwu.ac.za Carine Basson (Library and Information Service: Shared Services) Logistics Committee…http://library.nwu.ac.za/library-robots
Library Robots
Library robot banner , About, NWU LIS is embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) by introducing the library's Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. The physical library robot will take over mundane tasks and respond instantly to our library clients. The primary mission of library employees can be performed with greater accuracy and reliability. It will also help…, About our Robots, [accordion collapsed], Robots on each campus, Photo of the NWU Library Robot The NWU robots assist students with efficient library navigation by offering real-time guidance to specific sections, answering basic questions, and providing information about library resources and operating hours. Mahikeng: Sebueng (Talkative) This robot is located on the ground floor in front of the Circulation…, The Robots can assist you with, Navigating the library and finding specific sections Locating librarian offices and restrooms Answering general questions about the library Providing information on library services and operating hours Offering guidance on how to use library resources, How to interact with the Robot, Start a conversation Tap the robot’s screen to begin interacting. Ask a question The robot can answer library-related queries, such as directions to librarian offices, restrooms, and other facilities. If the robot gets stuck or doesn't return to its dock Press the red button on the back of the robot. Manually guide it back to its docking station.…, Specifications of the robots, Autonomous navigation Moves independently across the library floor. Avoids obstacles and patrons while adjusting to different flooring types. Monitors battery levels and automatically returns to the charging station when power drops below 20%. Elevator access (Future Upgrade) Designed with the potential to be upgraded for elevator use. It will…, Contact, Photo of Sibusiso Sigudla Sibusiso Sigudla Mahikeng +27 (0)18 389 2211 Photo of Amkele Jampethu Amkele Jampethu Potchefstroom +27 (0)18 285 2668 Photo of Thabang Lediga Thabang Lediga Vanderbijlpark +27 (0)18 910 3495http://library.nwu.ac.za/library-newsletter
Library Newsletter
This newsletter is dedicated to keeping our stakeholders informed about the activities, achievements, and ongoing developments within our Library Services. We hope you will find the updates, highlights, and statistics as insightful and engaging as we do. Over the coming year, we remain committed to strengthening communication and transparency by…, 2026, Cover of the 2026 first-quarter NWU Library Newsletter Flipbook link | PDF linkhttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-data-visualisation
Digital Scholarship Services
Menu ROSS Hub Digital Scholarship Services: Digitisation Data Visualisation Contact Us, Data Visualisation, Data visualisation at North-West University (NWU) involves using visual representations to explore, analyse, and communicate data for various research and educational purposes. Data visualisation provides a powerful way to share data-driven findings, motivate analyses, and detect flaws. A data visualisation workflow outlines the steps to create…, Data Visualisation Workflow, [accordion collapsed], Student Projects, We encourage students to incorporate data visualisation into their coursework and research projects. This helps build skills and creates a portfolio of work., Data Collection and Preparation, Gather the raw data from various sources. Clean and preprocess the data by handling missing values, outliers, and formatting issues. Perform data transformation and aggregation if necessary. Type of Data Format Images PNG and SVG Web Pages HTML Tabular Data XML, CSV and JSON, Data Exploration and Analysis, Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to gain a deeper understanding of the dataset. Identify patterns, trends, and relationships within the data. Type of Analysis Data Visualisation Tools Statistical Analysis Graphs and Infographics Text Analysis World Cloud, Word Tree, Collocation Graph Geospatial analysis Map, Network Graph, Select Visualisation Types, Choose the appropriate visualisation types based on the nature of the data and the objectives. Common visualisation types include bar charts, line graphs, scatter plots, pie charts, heat maps, and more., Design Layout and Structure, Plan the visualisation layout, including the arrangement of charts and graphs on the page. Decide on the colour scheme, fonts, and other visual elements., Create Visualisations, Use data visualisation tools or programming libraries (e.g., D3.js, Matplotlib, Tableau, Excel) to create the visualisations. Ensure that the visualisations accurately represent the data., Interactivity (if applicable), Add interactive elements to allow users to explore the data further. This can include tooltips, filters, and drill-down options., Labelling and Annotations, Provide clear labels for axes, data points, and legends. Add annotations and captions to explain key insights or trends., Testing and Iteration, Test the visualisations with potential users or stakeholders to gather feedback. Iterate and make improvements based on feedback., Optimise for Performance, Optimise the performance of the visualisation, especially for large datasets. Ensure that the visualisation loads quickly and is responsive., Data Storytelling, Create a narrative or story around the visualisation to explain the insights and findings. Ensure that the visualisation supports the narrative., Sharing and Distribution, Decide on the platform or medium for sharing the visualisation, such as a web page, report, or presentation. Publish or distribute the visualisation to the intended audience on Dayta Ya Rona . [/accordion], Training and Workshops, We offer training sessions and workshops to students, faculty, and staff on data visualisation techniques and tools. These include basic visualisation principles, software-specific training, and advanced visualisation methods., Collaboration, The NWU encourages interdisciplinary collaboration among departments and research groups. Data visualisation can often benefit from expertise across multiple domains., Data Repository, Researchers can access and share datasets for visualisation and analysis on the data repository or portal Dayta Ya Rona ., Data Ethics and Privacy, Ensure that data privacy and ethical considerations are followed, especially when dealing with sensitive or private data., Public Engagement, Use data visualisation to engage with the broader public. Public lectures, workshops, and infographics can help disseminate research findings to a broader audience., Service, Contact us for bookings to use our visualisation wall. Mahikeng Campus, Ground floor, Room G15, Contact, Photo of Cynthia Mpfo Email Cynthia Mpofu Cynthia Mphofo 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Cynthia Mpofu +27 (0)18 285 2836 📅Schedule an Appointmenthttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-digitisation
Digital Scholarship Services
Menu ROSS Hub Digital Scholarship Services: Digitisation Data Visualisation Contact Us, Digitisation, Digitisation at universities often involves converting physical documents, resources, and processes into digital formats to improve accessibility, efficiency, and preservation. Digitisation workflows in universities involve converting physical materials, such as books, documents, photographs, and other artefacts, into digital formats. This is done…, NWU Digitisation Workflow, [accordion collapsed], Material Selection and Preparation, Researcher identifies and gathers the physical materials to be digitised, such as books, documents, photographs, or artefacts (up to A1). Assess the condition of the materials and perform any necessary repairs or stabilisation to ensure they can withstand the digitisation process. Organise and catalogue the materials for efficient digitisation., Copyright and Permissions, Determine copyright status and obtain necessary permissions to digitise and provide access to copyrighted materials. Ensure compliance with intellectual property rights and licensing agreements., Digitisation Equipment and Setup, Select appropriate scanning or imaging equipment based on the type and condition of the materials. Set up the equipment and configure settings, such as resolution and colour, for optimal digitisation., Digitisation, Scan or photograph the materials using the chosen equipment. Ensure the highest possible quality and resolution to capture fine details. Capture images in standard formats like PDF, TIFF or JPEG., Quality Control, Review the digitised images to ensure they meet established quality standards. Check for image clarity, colour accuracy, and completeness. Retake images or adjust as needed., OCR (Optical Character Recognition), If applicable, perform OCR to convert text within scanned documents into machine-readable and searchable text., Metadata Creation, Create descriptive metadata for each digitised item, including title, author, date, subject, and other relevant information. Create technical metadata, such as file format and resolution., Storage and Backup, Store digitised materials in a secure and redundant storage system to prevent data loss. [/accordion], Service, For digitisation needs, contact us at the Digital Scholarship Centre for more information or a quote. Mahikeng Campus, Ground floor, Room G15, Contact, Photo of Cynthia Mpfo Email Cynthia Mpofu Cynthia Mphofo 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Cynthia Mpofu +27 (0)18 285 2836 📅Schedule an Appointmenthttp://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-entity-section-management
Entity and Section Managers
Menu LIS Dashboard Senior Management Entity & Section Managers Profile Annual Reports Policies, Rules & Guidelines Strategic Plans Quality Assurance Statistics, Section Leadership, Photo of Maphefo Maake – NWU Library Leadership Portrait Maphefo Maake Information and Learning Services Email Maphefo Maake +27 (0)18 389 2322 Email Maphefo Maake Maphefo.Maake@nwu.ac.za Building A-7 Mahikeng Schedule an Appointment Photo of Kgasane Seemela – NWU Library Leadership Portrait Kgasane Seemela Information and Learning Services…, Research and Open Scholarship (ROSS), Photo of Nomzingisi Madikane – NWU Library Leadership Portrait Nomzingisi Madikane Research and Open Scholarship Email Nomzingisi Madikane +27 (0)18 389 2198 Email Nomzingisi Madikane Nomzingisi.Madikane@nwu.ac.za Building A-7 Mahikeng Schedule an Appointment Photo of Martin Nokoane – NWU Library Leadership Portrait Martin Nokoane Research and…, Information Services and Systems (IRS), Photo of Carine Basson Carine Basson Email Carine Basson +27 (0)18 299 2818 Email Carine Basson Carine.Basson@nwu.ac.za Building E7A Potchefstroom Photo of Molly Kekana Molly Kekana Metadata Services Email Molly Kekana +27 (0)18 389 2407 Email Molly Kekana Molly.Kekana@nwu.ac.za Building A-7 Mahikeng Photo of Cecil Gasa Cecil Gasa Library Systems…http://library.nwu.ac.za/theology-library-directions
Directions to the Theology Library
N12 from Johannesburg, Follow the N12 to Potchefstroom. At the fifth robot, after entering Potchefstroom, turn right into Govan Mbeki Drive (old Mooirivier Drive). The Mooi Rivier Mall will be on your right-hand side. Follow the road past the Riverwalk shopping centre, McDonald's and Kentucky on your left. Turn left into Chief Albert Luthuli Drive (Von Wielligh Street…, N12 from Klerksdorp, At the third robot, turn left into Beyers Naudé Avenue (Kruger Street) directly after crossing the bridge. Carry on straight. At the fourth stop sign, Beyers Naudé Avenue becomes Hoffman Street. Turn right at this four-way stop. Pass the first robot and turn left onto the next street (Molen Street). Continue straight, pass three crossings, and…, R53 from Ventersdorp, After passing the artillery school mess hall on your left, turn left at the robot into Meyer Street. Follow the road past the Medi-Clinic hospital on your right. Continue through two four-way stop streets and across a bridge, and then continue through the next four-way stop and the robot. At the next four-way stop, turn right (Molen street). The…http://library.nwu.ac.za/event-library-book-exhibitions-2026
Event: Library Book Exhibitions 2026
NWU Library Book Exhibition NWU Library Book Exhibition, Books, Research, Innovation: Connecting Minds, The Library and Information Services (LIS) proudly hosts a dynamic, multi-day book exhibition, designed to support teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across faculties. Date: 20–21 May 2026 Venue: Vanderbijlpark Campus: Library Foyer Explore the latest local and international publications and engage directly with vendors:…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ir-information-resources
Information Resources and Systems (IRS)
, About, The Information Resources and Systems (IRS) Department within the Library and Information Service (LIS) comprises three sections: Acquisitions and Subscriptions, Metadata Services, and Library Systems. Its primary mandate is to enhance and expand the library’s collection of information resources by acquiring, processing, maintaining, and…, Manager: Acquisitions and Subscriptions, Carine Basson Photo of Carine Basson Click and drag to resize Carine Basson +27 (0)18 299 2818 Carine.Basson@nwu.ac.za Building E7A Potchefstroom, Manager: Metadata Services, Molly Kekana Photo of Molly Kekana Click and drag to resize Molly Kekana +27 (0)18 389 2407 Molly.Kekana@nwu.ac.za Building A-7 Mahikeng, Manager: Library Systems, Cecil Gasa Photo of Cecil Gasa Click and drag to resize Cecil Gasa +27 (0)18 299 2801 Cecil.Gasa@nwu.ac.za Building E7A Potchefstroom , Sections and Services, [accordion collapsed], Acquisitions and Subscriptions, Acquisitions This department is responsible for acquiring printed and electronic material. Our resources and serials are listed in the following databases: Worldcat Discovery WorldCat Discovery WorldCat Discovery - A-Z Titles BrowZine - Academic Journals They can also be contacted for: Donation/Gifts Resources the Library should acquire. (Note:…, Metadata Services, This department is responsible for cataloguing all the printed material on the NWU library shelves. Our Library Catalogue is listed at Sierra Library Catalogue WorldCat Discovery, Library Systems, Library IT Support This department forms the backbone or engine of the library. It is not only the department that supports all the other library departments but also directs the library's e-strategy as the driving force towards becoming a virtual, digital and multimedia library. Library IT support involves managing the information technology used…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-academic-integrity
Information Services
Menu ILS Hub Information Services: 1st Year Navigator Academic Integrity Conferences Disability Support Guides, Events & Training LibGuides Printing & Photocopying Short Courses Contact Us, Academic Integrity, [accordion collapsed], Copyright, Copyright protects intellectual property under the Copyright Act 98 of 1978, preventing unauthorised reproduction of literary or musical works. In South Africa, as a signatory to the Bern Convention , copyright laws align with international standards to safeguard creators’ rights. Copyright violations occur when you: Perform actions that only the…, Plagiarism, Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s work or ideas without proper acknowledgement, presenting them as your own. This includes copying text, paraphrasing, or translating without crediting the original author. It is considered academic theft and a serious violation in scholarly environments. To avoid plagiarism, always cite sources…, Academic Integrity @ the NWU, Academic Integrity, Ethical Use of AI, AI @ NWU AI Literacy Courses How to cite ChatGPT NWU AI Hub [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-printing-photocopying
Information Services
Menu ILS Hub Information Services: 1st Year Navigator Academic Integrity Conferences Disability Support Guides, Events & Training LibGuides Printing & Photocopying Short Courses Contact Us, Printing and Photocopying Services, Printing Options & Costs, View available printing services and associated costs. View IT Service Catalogue, Policies & Guidelines, Printer and copier standardisation and usage regulations. View Policies, Student Printing Facilities, Printing facilities are available at designated campus locations. View Campus Locations Printer Hardware Issues Xerox printers/photocopiers: Log issues via the IT-Help icon on student workstations. Nashua printers/photocopiers: Log issues via the IT-Help icon on student workstations. Potchefstroom Campus can also contact Nashua via +27 (0)18…, Campus Library Services, Mahikeng, Campus Copy Shop: Printing and photocopying services Undergraduate Teaching & Learning Centre: Printing facilities Senior Research Commons: Printing facilities, Potchefstroom, Nashua Copy Shop (Building F1, Basement) Printing, copying, stapling, binding, laminating Print sizes: A4 – A0 Ferdinand Postma Library Printing & scanning in Information Commons Quick print facility in foyer (card swipe) Branch Libraries Education, Music, Theology: Printing, copying & scanning Natural Sciences: Printing services, Vanderbijlpark, Use the Xerox Print Shop, located in the basement of the library, to purchase or load printing credits onto your account. Operating hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16.30 Fridays 08:00 - 16:00http://library.nwu.ac.za/icil-2026-venue-and-directions
ICIL 2026 - Venue and Directions
Venue, Physical venue: University of Nairobi , Main Campus Address: University Way, Nairobi CBD, Kenya, Directions, GPS Coordinates -1.2804, 36.8163http://library.nwu.ac.za/potchefstroom-library
Potchefstroom Library
Libraries and Spaces NWU Potchefstroom Library, About the Library, The Ferdinand Postma Library at North-West University’s Potchefstroom Campus is the main academic library supporting students, researchers and staff with a wide range of services and resources. It offers access to print and digital collections, lending and information services, and dedicated spaces for quiet study, group work and postgraduate…, Address and Directions, +27 (0)18 299 2000 / 2800 / 2802 North-West University: Ferdinand Postma Library Potchefstroom Campus, Building E7A 11 Hoffman Street POTCHEFSTROOM, 2531, South Africa Latitude: -26.689041 Longitude: 27.091778 Potchefstroom Library maps and directions Maps and Directions , Branch Libraries, Education Library Music Library Natural Sciences Library Theology Library , Hours, , Quick links, Virtual Tour Services Staff Directory , Amenities, [accordion collapsed], Basement, Ferdinand Postma Library basement Book shelves: 000-999 (Publications pre-1980) (Staff at the Circulation Desk will collect the books for you.) Binding services, Ground Floor, Ferdinand Postma Library ground floor 24-Hour study space Besembos eReserves Catalogue workstations Circulation & Lending Services Information services Information commons (Undergraduate Students) Information resources Interlibrary Loans New books shelve Printing and scanning Security Self-checkout Seminar rooms (Undergraduate Students)…, First Floor, Ferdinand Postma Library first floor Book shelves: 000-999 (Publications from 1980-) Laptop workstations Library administration Quiet study area Seminar rooms (Undergraduate students) Theses and dissertations, Second Floor, Ferdinand Postma Library second floor Group work area Journal collection and help desk Laptop workstations Law collection and quiet study area Quiet reading foyer Seminar rooms (Undergraduate students) Special collections Quiet study area, Third Floor, Ferdinand Postma Library third floor Africana collection Conference room Honours Commons (Fourth-year and Honours students) Research Commons (M, PhD students and staff) [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/outreach-projects-and-quality
Outreach, Projects and Quality (OPQ)
, About, The Library and Information Services (LIS) Outreach, Projects, and Quality entity strives to engage with the university community and beyond, to develop and implement new projects and initiatives, and to ensure that the library's services and resources meet the highest standards of quality. Outreach activities focus on both internal and external…, Contact, Photo of Dina Mashiyane Click and drag to resize Dina Mashiyane Senior Manager: Outreach, Projects, and Quality +27 (0)18 299 2788 Dina.Mashiyane@nwu.ac.za Potchefstroom Campus, Building E7A , Services, [accordion collapsed], Outreach, Annual Reports Calendar YouTube video First-year video Guides PDF document Academic staff support guide (PDF) PDF document Postgraduate support guide (PDF) PDF document Undergraduate survival guide (PDF) News blog Newsletter Social Media, Quality, Policies and Guidelines Strategic Plan Quality Assurance, Projects, Ferdinand Postma Library: 24/7 Study Space - Completed June 2026 Music Library: Starting 2026 Natural Sciences Library: Starting 2026 Vanderbijlpark Campus Library: Initiation phase Theology Library: Refurbishments (On hold) [/accordion]http://law.nwu.ac.za/postgraduate-studies/structured-mphil-degree-environmental-law-and-governance
Structured MPhil degree in Environmental Law and Governance
Programme nameStructured MPhil degree in Environmental Law and GovernanceProgramme code6CJ P01, R801PCampusPotchefstroom CampusDelivery modeContactProgramme leaderProf Niel LubbeIntroductionEnvironmental law is an increasingly important field with a corresponding increase in employment opportunities. This exciting and highly relevant postgraduate…http://law.nwu.ac.za/postgraduate-studies/lld-obtained-writing-thesis