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Researchers find ‘spiral arms’ around massive stars
Researchers have found an important piece of the puzzle in the formation of massive stars, also known as protons (stars with a mass that is about eight times or more greater than that of the sun). In the first-ever observational evidence, they have determined that accretion discs around forming protostars have spiral arm structures. This…http://news.nwu.ac.za/sis-eagle-project-goes-live-it-launches-nexus-crm-module
The SIS Eagle project goes live as it launches Nexus CRM module
On Friday, 16 February 2024, the North-West University (NWU) went live with the first phase of the Student Information System (SIS) project as it launched the NWU Student Client Relations Management (Nexus CRM) module, ushering in a new chapter in the history of the university. This phase of the SIS Eagle project focuses on marketing,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/phd-study-develops-ai-detect-misinformation-south-african-languages
PhD study develops AI to detect misinformation in South African languages
When false information spreads online in English, artificial intelligence (AI) can often help identify it. But when the same misinformation appears in isiZulu, Sepedi or many other South African languages, the tools are limited. A North-West University (NWU) PhD study by Dr Seani Rananga is addressing that gap by developing multilingual AI…http://news.nwu.ac.za/safe-drinking-water-tap-thanks-nwu-waterwise-project
Safe drinking water on tap thanks to NWU Waterwise Project
A new initiative by the North-West University (NWU) is ensuring that staff and students have access to drinking water of the highest quality across its campuses. Through the university's Waterwise Project, the Mahikeng Campus has become the first to achieve this milestone, with every tap now delivering clean, safe drinking water that meets South…http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-calls-stronger-support-systems-protect-sas-vulnerable-children
Academic calls for stronger support systems to protect SA’s vulnerable children
South Africa’s children face increasing risks of abuse and neglect, while the professionals responsible for protecting them often work within systems that limit their ability to respond effectively.This was the message delivered by North-West University (NWU) academic, Prof. Elmien Crofford from the Faculty of Health Sciences, during her inaugural…http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-receives-south-africas-top-aquatic-science-honour
Academic receives South Africa's top aquatic science honour
Years of research into aquatic ecosystems, student mentorship and international scientific collaboration have earned North-West University (NWU) researcher Prof. Nico Smit one of the highest honours in aquatic sciences in South Africa.Prof. Smit received the Southern African Society of Aquatic Scientists (SASAqS) Gold Medal on 1 July 2026, during…http://news.nwu.ac.za/executive-dean-earns-c2-rating-his-impactful-finance-research
Executive dean earns C2 rating for his impactful finance research
Research that addresses real-world challenges in African economies has earned Prof. Mabutho Sibanda, executive dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, a C2 rating from the National Research Foundation (NRF).The rating, which is valid from 1 January 2026, recognises the research excellence Prof. Sibanda achieved during his tenure…http://news.nwu.ac.za/emerging-woman-leader-selected-prestigious-abe-bailey-fellowship
Emerging woman leader selected for prestigious Abe Bailey Fellowship
For Mohau Phala, leadership has never been about holding a title or being in the spotlight. Instead, it has always been about serving others, making a difference and leaving people and communities better than she found them. It is this commitment to servant leadership that has earned the North-West University (NWU) law student a place among…http://news.nwu.ac.za/unlocking-dreams-shaping-futures-inspiring-matlaba-primary-school-learners-through-community
Unlocking dreams, shaping futures: Inspiring Matlaba Primary School learners through community engagement
The School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management at the North-West University (NWU) continues to make a meaningful difference beyond the classroom through community engagement initiatives that inspire young people to believe in their potential and pursue their dreams.On 5 August 2026, the school, in partnership with the South…http://theology.nwu.ac.za/m-d-programmes/clone-bursary-application-procedure
Clone of Bursary application procedure
First-time applicants [accordion collapsed] NWU Academic Merit Bursary The NWU Postgraduate Academic Bursary is supplementary to all other postgraduate bursaries and is awarded for academic achievement. Bursary Conditions The bursary is available only to postgraduate students who register for…http://law.nwu.ac.za/law/mock
Mock
#fb-root { display: none; } .node .img-responsive { box-shadow: 2px 2px 2px #4d4d4d; } Overview The Faculty of Law at North-West University provides quality legal education, undertakes focused research and is involved in the community. The Faculty’s goal is to equip law students with the knowledge,…http://education.nwu.ac.za/education/commercialisation-expertise
Commercialisation of Expertise
Centre for Teacher Development (CTD) in Mahikeng The CTD works closely with the North West Department of Education to assist teachers with the ever-changing demands of classroom practices. Through our programmes, learners will have the advantage of 21st-century skills, which will help them find their place in our highly competitive and rapidly…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/about-conference
About the conference
HomeCall for abstractsCall for exhibitions OpenFOAM workshop 25 Sept Masters & PhD Students23&24 Sept School Learners WorkshopRegister to attend main conferenceCall for sponsorshipsConference Review CommitteeProgrammeSpeakersBRICS workshop …http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/hysecunda-sa-germany-hydrogen-collaboration-workshop/venue-travel
Venue & Travel
Workshop Venue Riverstone Lodge Cnr R114 & N14 Offramp, Muldersdrift, Krugersdorp, 1747, South Africa View on Google Maps (https://maps.app.goo.gl/G3oH4t1CGUgNyZsv9) Riverstone Lodge Website Home - Riverstone Lodge About the Venue Nestled near the Cradle of Humankind, Riverstone Lodge offers a serene 3-star…http://www.nwu.ac.za/donor-letter
Donor Letter
The virus has brought out the best in us Allow me to extend my heartfelt thoughts and best wishes to you, our valued stakeholder, who has also been struck by the storm now overwhelming our world. Given that we are all in the same boat in these challenging times, you would not be surprised to know that the coronavirus pandemic has left…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/music/thandeka-mfinyongo
Ms Thandeka Mfinyongo
Lecturer African Music Uhadi performance Conservatory (K1), office 201 tel. +27 18 299-1680 thandeka.mfinyongo@nwu.ac.za Blog posts 2025-05-13 ~ Residency Reflections 2024-11-18 ~ Knowing Me, Knowing You — profile Thandeka Mfinyongo is a musician, born and raised…http://news.nwu.ac.za/real-heroes-wear-calculators
Real heroes wear calculators
In the 2016 Hollywood actioner The Accountant, Ben Affleck plays a forensic accountant who also happens to be a mercenary, devastatingly effective with every manner of weapon in hand. It sounds like an exaggerated cure for our country’s financial woes. In South Africa, financial mismanagement has crippled a society that was already…http://news.nwu.ac.za/north-west-university-launches-sabpp-student-chapter-strengthen-professional-development
North-West University launches SABPP student chapter to strengthen professional development
The School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management at the North-West University (NWU) marked an important milestone on 6 March 2026 with the official launch of the student chapter of the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP). The establishment of the chapter strengthens professional development opportunities for…http://news.nwu.ac.za/sustainable-agriculture-action-nwu-farmers-day
Sustainable agriculture in action at NWU Farmers’ Day
Sunflowers stretching towards the sky and rows of green maize plants swaying in the breeze set the tone for a day rooted in growth, learning and possibility at Pienaarskamp Farm. Just a day earlier, the farm had already made an impression. Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU), had taken members…http://news.nwu.ac.za/trio-conference-champions-afrocentric-governance-multilingualism-and-transformation