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NWU books semifinal place after thrilling win over La Masia
The NWU Eagles from the NWU Soccer Institute secured a place in the semifinals of the 2026 ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs after defeating Gauteng champions La Masia 3–2 in a decisive Group A encounter in Mthatha on Wednesday. The victory saw the NWU finish level on four points with Mpumalanga champions Luthuli Brigades, but the Eagles…http://news.nwu.ac.za/plant-health-focus-subject-group-botany-hosts-public-lecture
Plant health in focus as subject group Botany hosts public lecture
The subject group Botany at the North-West University (NWU) marked the International Day of Plant Health with a public lecture that highlighted the critical role healthy plants play in food security, environmental sustainability and human well-being. Held on 28 May 2026, the lecture formed part of the commitment of the department to community…http://news.nwu.ac.za/90-minutes-first-division-nwu-chases-historic-promotion
90 minutes from the First Division: NWU chases historic promotion
The North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute is just 90 minutes away from securing its place in South African professional football. After topping Group A of the ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs in Mthatha, the North West champions have booked a semi-final showdown against KwaZulu-Natal champions Mkhambathi FC, with promotion to the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/dream-reality-nwu-eagles-secure-promotion-and-place-national-final
From a dream to reality: NWU Eagles secure promotion and a place in the national final
When the NWU Eagles team from the NWU Soccer Institute arrived in Mthatha for the 2026 ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs, the mission was clear. Four matches stood between the North West champions and a place in professional football. On Saturday afternoon, that mission became reality. The NWU defeated KwaZulu-Natal champions Mkhambathi…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-commits-helping-power-africas-hydrogen-future
NWU commits to helping power Africa’s hydrogen future
As the world accelerates its transition towards cleaner and more secure energy systems, Africa – and South Africa in particular – cannot afford to be spectators. Green hydrogen presents a unique opportunity to strengthen energy security, drive industrial growth, create skilled jobs and position the continent as a future leader in the global low-…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-fm-partners-safm-simulcast-democracy-and-active-citizenship
NWU FM partners with SAfm for simulcast on democracy and active citizenship
NWU FM, the campus radio station on the Mahikeng Campus of the North-West University (NWU), joined forces with SAfm on 16 June 2026 for a special Youth Month simulcast. This event brought together voices from different generations to reflect on the democratic journey of South Africa and the role of active citizenship in shaping the country'…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-researcher-advances-rising-star-awards-semi-finals
NWU researcher advances to the Rising Star Awards semi-finals
Dr Moleboheng Mokhele, a senior lecturer and researcher at the Research Unit for Self-Directed Learning at the North-West University (NWU), has been named a semi-finalist in the Public Service category of the TransUnion Rising Star Awards of South Africa. The recognition places her among young professionals under the age of 40 who are…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-ttis-launches-impact-lounge-empower-researchers-and-innovators
NWU TTIS launches Impact Lounge to empower researchers and innovators
The NWU Technology Transfer and Innovation Support (TTIS) office is open for business and coffee. The Impact Lounge is a new dedicated space that bridges the gap between a great idea and a real-world solution.Dr Janine Chantson opening the Impact Lounge.By Vukosi MathaleLocated on the second floor of Building D1, it is an informal hub for…http://news.nwu.ac.za/mothers-need-more-support-breastfeed
Mothers need more support to breastfeed
Breastfeeding is a public good – so why are mothers carrying the cost alone? South Africa has the policies, but have we counted the cost for mothers to breastfeed? Breastfeeding shouldn't be a choice between feeding a baby and feeding a family. We tell mothers to breastfeed, but do we make it possible? Prof. Christine…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-athletic-stars-named-teamsa-squad-2026-glasgow-commonwealth-games
NWU athletic stars named in TeamSA Squad for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games
The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) officially unveiled its final TeamSA squad and competition kit for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games at the Olympic House in Johannesburg on Wednesday, 24 June. The announcement marked a significant step forward in the country’s preparations for the multi-sport event,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-researchers-shine-2026-brics-postgraduate-forum-brazil
NWU researchers shine at 2026 BRICS Postgraduate Forum in Brazil
The North-West University (NWU) strengthened its international research profile through successful participation in the 2026 BRICS Postgraduate Forum, held from 9 to 11 June 2026 at the University of Campinas in Brazil. The forum, convened by the BRICS Research Institute in partnership with RUDN University, brought together approximately…http://news.nwu.ac.za/biokinetics-student-finds-her-rhythm-between-biokinetics-and-song
Biokinetics student finds her rhythm between biokinetics and song
For Zimri Leuvennink, life has never been about standing still. Whether in a gym, on a stage or in a recording studio, she thrives on movement, energy and connection. This final-year biokinetics student on the Potchefstroom Campus is stepping confidently into the spotlight after landing a recording contract.It takes dedication to pursue one…http://news.nwu.ac.za/penplay-launches-innovative-portfolio-gamified-learning-tools-developed-nwu
PENPlay launches innovative portfolio of gamified learning tools developed at the NWU
PENPlay has launched a new portfolio of gamified learning tools developed under licence from the North-West University (NWU), offering learners, educators and training institutions innovative ways to build critical skills through interactive play-based learning. Prof. Petro Erasmus showcases one of the digital games. By Vukosi…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-eagles-set-fly-new-professional-contracts
NWU Eagles set to fly with new professional contracts
The North-West University (NWU) Rugby Institute has been the breeding ground for some of the most talented rugby players in the country – this is no exception in 2026. Six Varsity Cup stars of the NWU Eagles have signed professional contracts with South African rugby unions. They are Matthew Fortuin (Sharks), Jaco du Toit (Sharks), Stephan…http://news.nwu.ac.za/breaking-silence-encouraging-men-prioritise-mental-well-being
Breaking the silence: Encouraging men to prioritise mental well-being
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus reaffirmed its commitment to promoting mental wellness and healthy lifestyles when it hosted a Men's Health Event on Saturday, 27 June 2026.The event brought together staff and stakeholders under the theme of encouraging men to prioritise their physical and mental well-being while…http://news.nwu.ac.za/borders-and-jobs-what-march-and-march-debate-means-sas-agricultural-labour-force
Borders and jobs: What the ‘March and March’ debate means for SA’s agricultural labour force
Opinion piece by Ella Mogashoa, a researcher in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the North-West University (NWU).As dawn breaks across South Africa each morning, thousands of farm workers are already hard at work. Long before most South Africans begin their day, they are planting, pruning, harvesting and preparing the food that…http://news.nwu.ac.za/forgotten-cost-food-production-south-africa
The forgotten cost of food production in South Africa
Opinion piece by Ella Mogashoa, a researcher in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the North-West University (NWU).South Africans have become all too familiar with rising food prices. Every trip to the supermarket seems to confirm the same reality: the weekly grocery bill is higher than it was only a few months ago.Something as…http://news.nwu.ac.za/seven-nwu-footballers-earn-south-africa-call-cucsa-games
Seven NWU footballers earn South Africa call-up for CUCSA Games
The North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute will be represented by seven players and its head coach at the 2026 Confederation of Universities and Colleges Sports Association (CUCSA) Games after they were selected for the South African university football team.The seven players selected are Aphelele Sibisi, Xolani Masethi, Lucky Letwaba,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/no-student-left-behind-fundraising-gala-dinner-support-financially-struggling-students
‘No Student Left Behind’ fundraising gala dinner to support financially struggling students
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus is taking a bold step towards addressing student financial hardship through the launch of the “No Student Left Behind” fundraising gala dinner. This initiative is aimed at ensuring that no deserving student is denied an opportunity to succeed because of financial constraints.The fundraising gala…http://news.nwu.ac.za/government-must-stop-confusing-paperwork-performance