Reporting a potential breach/transgression in research integrity
No formal template for reporting a potential breach in responsible conduct of research/research integrity has been developed as each case is unique. Should you wish to report a potential breach/transgression in responsible conduct of research/research integrity contact both the applicable Executive Dean/Deputy Dean: Research and Innovation and…
Seminar by Dr John Mhandu (University of Mpumalanga)
The NWU School of Social Sciences cordially invites to attend a seminar hosted by Dr John Mhandu from the University of Mpumalanga. Topic: Rethinking the Discourse of Homo Sacer (Sacred Man) in the Context of Vigilante Operation Dudula in South African Low-Income Communities. [accordion] Abstract: The presentation examines the role…
Little African Scientist addressing learners’ urgent science needs
Foundation-level learners in the country are not exposed nearly enough to science and this should urgently be addressed. Research has found that, by the time children in rural South African schools reach Grade 3, they are already three years behind their peers in most other countries. This gap grows as they progress through school - to the…https://sport.nwu.ac.za/chess
Chess
[accordion collapsed] Mahikeng Campus Chess is a strategic sport played for recreational and competitive reasons. It is one of the oldest and most popular board games. The sport’s modern game evolved from the European continent, but its history can be traced back to Indian and Persian origin. The chess club on the Mahikeng Campus of the North-…
Book about faculty’s successful 100-year legacy launched
A prestigious publication with the inspiring story of the Faculty of Natural Sciences of the North-West University (NWU) over the past more than a hundred years was recently published. This book, “ʼn Bekroonde nalatenskap: Die Fakulteit Natuurwetenskappe van die NWU oor 100 jaar”, was compiled by Dr Elize van Eeden, an experienced historian,…
e-Yearbooks 2004
e-Yearbooks 2004 Faculties Arts Undergraduate / Postgraduate Natural Sciences Undergraduate / Postgraduate Economic and Management Sciences Undergraduate / Postgraduate Theology Undergraduate and Postgraduate Education Sciences Undergraduate / Postgraduate In-service…https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/decision-science-and-optimisation-group
Decision Science and Optimisation Group
The Decision Science and Optimisation Group focuses on advancing computational and analytical methodologies to enhance decision-making, predictive modelling, and optimisation across diverse industries. The group specialises in Decision Support Systems (DSS), Mathematical Modelling, Operations Research (OR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
NWU keeps its teaching environment relevant
The only thing that is constant is change. To keep up with change, the NWU often updates the content of its academic programmes. As a strategic initiative to ensure relevant and up-to-date study modules and programmes for students, the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) has launched various workshops for…
EWP Potchefstroom: enabling female entrepreneurs to thrive
If you reside in Potchefstroom and fancy yourself a “fempreneur”, then you should not let the opportunity of a lifetime pass you by! The North-West University’s (NWU’s) innovative entrepreneurship incubator, the Enterprising Women Programme (EWP), is coming to Potchefstroom. This year marks the seventh rendition of this impactful programme…
Social entrepreneur looks to the future
Did you know that there are only 6 000 days to 2035? Why is this relevant or significant you may ask? These questions were posed by Dr Wendy Luhabe, renowned social entrepreneur, pioneer in the economic empowerment of women and thought leader, during her public lecture at the North-West University (NWU) on fuelling innovation and…
Smart station at NWU will monitor air quality and weather
Vanderbijlpark, a pollution hotspot, has been chosen as the location for a state-of-the-art observation station that will monitor both the weather and air quality. This multi-million-rand development will see the North-West University (NWU) becoming the first higher education institution in the country to host a permanent monitoring station on…
NWU researchers compare inclusive growth of BRICS countries
In 2008 the world economy faced its most dangerous financial crisis since the Great Depression of the 1930’s. This global crisis had a severe impact on South Africa and its fellow BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, China and India). These countries – which have been dubbed the engines of economic growth –are well placed to take a leadership…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-strengthens-global-ties-through-strategic-academic-mission-brazil-and-peru
NWU strengthens global ties through strategic academic mission to Brazil and Peru
The principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University (NWU), Prof Bismark Tyobeka, will lead a high-level academic delegation on a strategic international mission to Brazil and Peru from 8 to 20 June 2025. The visit forms part of the ongoing efforts by the NWU to deepen international academic collaboration and broaden its global…
Mobile science laboratory to bring science to life for North West learners
On Thursday, 5 March 2020, the Sasol Foundation donated a mobile science laboratory to the North-West University (NWU) that will deliver practical science education to thousands of learners around the North West Province. When fully utilised, this state-of-the-art mobile laboratory is able to serve up to 30 schools per year. Various…
IT students ‘scrum’ with industry experts
The importance of industry exposure for university students cannot be over emphasised. Not only does it allow students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations and problems, but it also bridges the perceived gap between academic theory and technical application. A group of Information Technology (IT) students from the North-West…
Student Leadership Summit 2024
Theme: Future leaders: Embracing change and innovating tomorrow With a view to empowering and equipping NWU student leaders with the relevant information and skills, the Student Life Department is hosting a Student Leadership Summit on the 26th and 27th of September 2024, focusing on the broad theme of “Future leaders: Embracing…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-rewards-its-exceptional-achievers
NWU rewards its exceptional achievers
During a virtual ceremony on 25 November the North-West University (NWU) acknowledged staff for their exceptional contributions to teaching and learning, research and community engagement. These torchbearers were honoured during the first ever NWU Excellence Awards ceremony. The event, which was streamed online, brought staff in the three key…https://news.nwu.ac.za/round-applause-finalists-and-winners-modiragatsi-youth-innovation-competition
Round of applause to finalists and winners of the Modiragatsi Youth Innovation Competition
On Women’s Day this year, the Business School of the North-West University (NWU) had the privilege of honouring gifted young learners and students with great minds and the potential to shape a better future for all! The Modiragatsi Youth Innovation Competition finalists and winners were celebrated during a breakfast event at The Capital On The…https://news.nwu.ac.za/ikateleng-helping-students-get-distinctions
Ikateleng helping students get distinctions
Sabata Abram Mafobokoane, who was part of the Ikateleng initiative in 2020, made headlines after attaining eight distinctions for his National Senior Certificate. Ikateleng has been in existence for approximately 33 years and provides supplementary teaching in mathematics, economics, business studies, accounting, life sciences, physical sciences…https://news.nwu.ac.za/top-service-award-nwu-astronomer