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Library advocacy in action: Expert knowledge in empowering communities
By Belinda Bantham and Ms Dina Mashiyane In a sincere effort to engage with the community and champion the preservation of libraries, dedicated staff from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus library recently visited the Mahikeng Radio station. This visit was perfectly timed with the celebration of South African Library Week.…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/af/qs-plaas-die-nwu-onder-die-topsewe-universiteite-suid-afrika
QS plaas die NWU onder die topsewe universiteite in Suid-Afrika
Die jongste Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings plaas die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) onder die topsewe universiteite in Suid-Afrika. QS het die ranglys vir topuniversiteite in die wêreld vir 2025 op 4 Junie gepubliseer. Die NWU het konsekwent onder plaaslike universiteite op hierdie ranglyste presteer – QS het die NWU verlede…http://news.nwu.ac.za/qs-ranks-nwu-among-top-seven-universities-south-africa
QS ranks NWU among the top seven universities in South Africa
The latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings place the North-West University (NWU) among the top seven universities in South Africa. QS published its rankings for top global universities for 2025 on 4 June. The NWU has performed consistently among local universities in these rankings ─ QS ranked the NWU seventh in the country…http://news.nwu.ac.za/tech-showcase-and-hackathon-ignite-innovation-faculty-humanities
Tech Showcase and Hackathon ignite innovation in the Faculty of Humanities
Advancements in technology have revolutionised teaching by creating more dynamic, interactive and personalized learning experiences. This has made lessons more engaging and accessible, allowing for real-time feedback and collaboration. Furthermore, technology has facilitated the development of online learning platforms and virtual classrooms,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/aerobics-club-flies-flag-high-regional-competitions
Aerobics club flies the flag high at regional competitions
By Keaoleboga Motshabi and Phenyo Mokgothu The Aerobics club on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus has had a remarkable competitive season, showcasing their talent and hard work at two major recent events. Their impressive performances have earned them top positions and a chance to compete on a national stage. On 13 April…http://news.nwu.ac.za/public-lecture-delves-multilingual-early-child-language-development
Public lecture delves into multilingual early child language development
On 04 June 2024, the North-West University (NWU) hosted a public lecture by Prof Heather Brookes titled "Instrument adaptation for measuring early child language development across multilingual and sociocultural diverse settings". Prof Brookes leads the Child Language Development Node of the South African Centre for Digital Language Resources (…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/school-social-sciences-sows-seeds-long-term-collaboration
School of Social Sciences sows the seeds for long-term collaboration
The School of Social Sciences at the North-West University (NWU) recently hosted a delegation from the Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz. The visit proved to be an enriching experience, with insightful presentations and meaningful discussions. During their visit, Dr Regina Schäfer, Prof Dr Jörg Rogge and Dr Verena von Wiczlinski shared…http://news.nwu.ac.za/vanderbijlpark-campus-host-ussa-national-karate-and-bodybuilding-competitions
Vanderbijlpark Campus to Host USSA National Karate and Bodybuilding Competitions
The North-West University's (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus is set to host the University Sports South Africa (USSA) games, which will include the national karate and bodybuilding competitions. These events will take place from 28 to 30 June 2024, promising an exciting showcase of athletic prowess and dedication. The semi-contact karate…http://news.nwu.ac.za/empowering-women-drive-positive-change
Empowering women to drive positive change
The North-West University (NWU), in collaboration with ArcelorMittal South Africa’s Women of Steel (WOS) forum recently hosted a women’s empowerment event on the Vanderbijlpark Campus. The event attracted more than 70 participants and was the second women’s event hosted at the NWU. A third event – Femmegeneering – is planned for August. The…http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-finalist-mg-200-young-south-africans
Academic a finalist in M&G 200 Young South Africans
Dr Monray Williams, a senior lecturer in the subject group Biochemistry at the North-West University (NWU), has been announced a finalist in the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans for 2024 in the Science, Technology, and Innovation category. This annual feature by the Mail & Guardian newspaper celebrates 200 young South Africans,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/empowering-through-literature-tlhokomelo-khusus-guide-healing-childhood-trauma
Empowering through literature: Tlhokomelo Khusu's guide to healing childhood trauma
By Bonolo Monaisa Throughout her literary journey, Tlhokomelo Khusu, hailing from Matatiele in the Eastern Cape, has emerged as a prominent symbol of resilience and healing. As an alumnus of the North-West University's (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus and a psychology graduate she expertly integrates her academic foundation with her creative acumen to…http://news.nwu.ac.za/af/biblioteekbestuurders-deel-hulle-kennis-oor-ki-chili
Biblioteekbestuurders deel hulle kennis oor KI in Chili
Die wêreld van biblioteke gaan nooit weer dieselfde wees ná die koms van kunsmatige intelligensie (KI) nie. Biblioteke regoor die wêreld het KI verwelkom as ’n instrument wat nie net hulle dienste beter maak nie, maar ook ’n beter biblioteek-ervaring vir hulle gebruikers verskaf. Twee verteenwoordigers van Biblioteekdienste by die Noordwes-…http://news.nwu.ac.za/library-managers-share-their-knowledge-ai-chile
Library managers share their knowledge on AI in Chile
The world of libraries will never be the same after the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). Libraries across the world have embraced AI as a tool that not only enhances their services, but also promotes a better library experience for its users. Two representatives from Library Services at the North-West University (NWU) recently attended…http://news.nwu.ac.za/dance-team-secures-top-spot-ussa-tournament
Dance team secures top spot in USSA tournament
By Keaoleboga Motshabi The dance team from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus recently participated in the University Sports South Africa (USSA) Dance Sport Championships and once again walked away with the spoils. The tournament was hosted at the Mahikeng Campus from 26 to 30 June, and the team competed against 10 esteemed…http://news.nwu.ac.za/aerobics-club-lights-national-championships-outstanding-performance
Aerobics club lights up national championships with outstanding performance
By Keaoleboga Motshabi In a remarkable demonstration of skill and commitment, the Aerobics Club at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus delivered an outstanding performance at the South African Sport Aerobic, Fitness and Hip Hop Federation (SASAFF) national championships, which took place from 14 to 15 June in Cape Town. The…http://news.nwu.ac.za/solutionary-walkers-journey-transform-students-lives
Solutionary Walkers on a journey to transform students’ lives
In a remarkable display of determination and unity, a group of students from various universities have come together for an extraordinary cause. The Solutionary Walk, a project under Operation Compassion of South Africa (OCSA) Krugersdorp West, aims to raise awareness and funds through a 600 km walk from Maseru, Lesotho, to Krugersdorp West,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/our-future-political-economy-fit-purpose
Is our future political economy fit for purpose?
The North-West University (NWU) Business School held a think tank on Monday, 8 July, titled SA’s future economy – is it fit for purpose? Prof Piet Croucamp, political analyst and affiliate of the NWU Business School, served as moderator and the panellists comprised Prof Raymond Parsons, Wandile Sihlobo and Christo van der Rheede. Van der Rheede…http://news.nwu.ac.za/beer-and-cheese-take-centre-stage