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Call for abstracts
Call for abstracts, Call for abstracts extended to 19 September 2025 for the World Association for Sport Management 5th WASM Conference Cape Town, South Africa, 3-6 March 2026, Conference Theme : Global Visions, Local Actions: Innovation and Sustainability in Sport Management, Tafelberg Sport, Conference streams, Sport Finance and Economics Sport Finance & Economics Financial challenges, opportunities, and innovations for the local and global sport industry. Sustaining the growth of the local and global sporting goods industry. The financial impact of digital transformation in sport. The economics of mega sporting events: Costs,benefits, and legacy.…, , Presentation Type, We welcome abstracts or proposals for several types of presentation possibilities, namely: Research Oral Presentation Professional Practice Oral Presentation Poster Presentation Scholarly or Professional Panel Discussion, Debate, Workshop, Or Symposium Call for Abstracts information document Sport, Abstract submission extended to 19 September 2025, Submit an abstract for review, Authors can submit abstracts electronically by following these steps: Click on the Abstract submission button. Create an account : Create a login account by following the abstract registration link for the event. Log in : Log into the system by entering your email address and password. Add abstract : Go to ‘My abstracts’ in the menu and click on…http://news.nwu.ac.za/30-graduates-launch-community-animal-health-enterprises
30 graduates launch community animal health enterprises
A group of 30 animal health graduates is moving into business thanks to a joint programme between the North-West University (NWU) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The initiative aims to equip the graduates to establish primary animal health care (PAHC) enterprises and deliver services in underserved communities. It should help…http://news.nwu.ac.za/experts/natasha-ravyse
Natasha Ravyse
Natasha Ravyse is a Senior Lecturer at the North-West University’s Vanderbijlpark Campus, at the Faculty of Law, with a background including a B.ed (Senior Phase and FET); an Honours in Literature; and an MA in English (receiving the Vice Chancellor’s Award in 2014 for the best MA dissertation). She completed her PhD in Linguistics and Literary…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/postgraduate-supervision-workshop
Postgraduate Supervision Workshop
You have been extended an invitation to participate in the Postgraduate Supervision Workshop. The course aims to equip participants with the necessary expertise to conceive, plan, research, organize, compose, and finalize a research-based project, such as a Master's or PhD dissertation, effectively. Additionally, it will offer hands-on…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/management-sciences/school-management-sciences-celebrates-graduates-mahikeng-campus
School of Management Sciences celebrates graduates at the Mahikeng Campus
The School of Management Sciences recently celebrated the achievements of its 2024 graduates during the 2025 graduation ceremony. This milestone marks a proud moment for the school, the faculty, and the broader university community, as we acknowledge the hard work, perseverance, and academic excellence of our students. A total of 57 students…http://news.nwu.ac.za/condolences-vanderbijlpark-school-transport-tragedy
Condolences: Vanderbijlpark school transport tragedy
The North-West University (NWU) conveys its deepest condolences to the families, teachers, classmates, and the basic education community affected by the recent scholar transport accident in Vanderbijlpark. This tragic event has robbed our country of potential and promise - innocent young lives cut short and dreams permanently shattered. …http://news.nwu.ac.za/shaping-future-drug-development-ethical-approaches
Shaping future drug development with ethical approaches
In the realm of pharmaceutical research Prof Chrisna Gouws, a professor at the Centre of Excellence for Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacen™) of the North-West University (NWU), is leading a significant charge towards transforming drug development. Her work in animal-free testing methods revolutionises how pharmaceuticals are researched, tested…http://news.nwu.ac.za/two-week-long-coding-school-explores-data-science-and-computational-thinking
Two-week long coding school explores data science and computational thinking
Over the past two weeks, from 27 January to 7 February, registered postgraduate students from the North-West University (NWU), alongside other participants from across the Southern African Development Community (SADC), engaged themselves in the fields of data science and computational thinking. In a world of data-driven decision-making, they…http://news.nwu.ac.za/research-and-innovation-colloquium-showcases-nwus-commitment-multidisciplinary-collaboration
Research and Innovation Colloquium showcases NWU’s commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration
“To expand beautiful ideas of working together across disciplines.” These were the words of Professor Jeffrey Mpahlele, deputy vice-chancellor for Research and Innovation at the North-West University (NWU), as he captured the essence of the university's Research and Innovation Colloquium that was held at Sun City from 02-04 March 2025. The…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-librarys-book-drive-humanitarian-effort-bridge-educational-gaps
NWU Library's Book Drive: A Humanitarian Effort to Bridge Educational Gaps
By Belinda Bantham and Ms Dina Mashiyane In a world where access to education can shape a person's future, the NWU's Library and Information Service (LIS) is making a profound humanitarian impact. Their university-wide book donation drive is not just about collecting books; it's about addressing educational disparities in underserved…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-eagles-and-young-guns-turn-fanie-fortress
NWU Eagles and Young Guns turn the Fanie into a fortress
The NWU Eagles demonstrated their strength and attacking prowess by dismantling Emeris 63 – 15 at the Fanie du Toit Sportsgrounds on Monday, 23 February. This victory saw the Eagles climb to the top of the table with ten points, level with second place FNB-UP Tuks after match day two of the 2026 varsity Cup season. Emeris took an early 5-0 lead…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/iea-task-30-workshop-2025/additional-activities
Additional Activities
A range of leisure and adventure activities are available at and around the 26° South Hotel for those who wish to extend their stay or explore the area in their free time. These include: Game drives and quad biking within the Cradle Moon Conservancy Hot air balloon safaris Spa treatments (offsite) Fishing adventures, mountain biking,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/how-help-your-anxious-children-during-lockdown
How to help your anxious children during lockdown
The Covid-19 lockdown brings with it a number of emotional challenges, not only for adults but also for children. With schools being closed, and children not being able to spend time with their friends and extended family members, it can increase their anxiety and make it harder for them to cope during these uncertain times. The Institute of…http://news.nwu.ac.za/campus-dvc-calls-solidarity-and-prayer-after-school
Campus DVC calls for solidarity and prayer after school
The deputy vice-chancellor of the North-West University's (NWUs) campus in Vanderbijlpark, Prof Linda du Plessis, has extended a message of condolences and support after the tragedy at Hoërskool Driehoek on Friday, 1 February 2019: We are deeply shocked by the tragedy that occurred at Hoërskool Driehoek in Vanderbijlpark. Our heartfelt…http://news.nwu.ac.za/expert/jacques-de-jong
Jacques de Jong
Jacques de Jongh is a development economist and holds a PhD in Economics. He is a senior lecturer in the School of Economic Sciences at the Vanderbijlpark campus where he lectures at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels. His teaching experience has extended across numerous fields including microeconomics, macroeconomics, fiscal and monetary…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/workshop-engaging-public-and-policymakers-ensure-research-impact
Workshop: Engaging with the Public and Policymakers to Ensure Research Impact
You are invited a workshop that aims to explore practical strategies for communicating research findings to drive real-world change and extend your research's influence Presenters: Prof. Christ Brink, Prof. Custodia Macuamule and Mrs. Bibi bouwman. Register herehttp://news.nwu.ac.za/conference-emphasises-importance-involving-indigenous-knowledge-holders-develop-smart-villages
Conference emphasises the importance of involving indigenous knowledge holders to develop smart villages
The North-West University (NWU), in collaboration with the national Department of Science, Technology and Innovation and the Nyandeni Local Municipality, recently concluded a two-day conference focused on smart villages, themed “Indigenous Knowledge-led Smart Village Regeneration”. This event attracted participation from a diverse group of…http://news.nwu.ac.za/dr-ndumiso-mazibuko-lecture-halls-industry-leadership
Dr Ndumiso Mazibuko - from lecture halls to industry leadership
The North-West University (NWU) continues to produce graduates who shape industries, influence policy and contribute meaningfully to society. Among these distinguished alumni is Dr Ndumiso Vusumuzi Mazibuko, a seasoned agricultural economist whose career spans over 15 years at the forefront of agricultural development in South Africa. A leader…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/research-ethics-workshop-ethical-decision-making
Research Ethics Workshop: Ethical Decision Making
The NWU Research and Innovation for Sustainable Impact warmly extends an invitation to you for the Research Ethics Workshop: Ethical Decision Making. We welcome Deputy Deans (R&I), Research Directors, Research Chairs, and Academics to participate in this event. Presenter: Mr. Sidney Engelbrecht (King Abdullah University of Science and…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/research-ethics-workshop-promoting-research-integrity-age-ai-research