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“Attached to the Soil” ― NWU experiences Fulbright scholar’s touching exhibition

2022-08-15
An exhibition capturing the hopes and dreams of South Africans living in a democratic country since 1994 is currently touring six of South Africa’s university campuses. Members of the management, staff and students of the North-West University (NWU) attended…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/dont-let-festive-season-woes-become-your-financial-norm

Don’t let festive season woes become your financial norm

2022-12-07
’tis the season to be jolly, but many a South African will feel more trepidation than delight as the celebrations of the festive season loom. These South Africans are shackled by the chains of reckless spending and unsound financial advice. Including by…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/community-unites-shatter-world-records-and-nourish-10-000-souls

A community unites to shatter world records and nourish 10 000 souls

2024-03-27
On Saturday, 16 March, the Vaal Triangle community witnessed an unprecedented event that not only broke records but also warmed hearts and filled stomachs. One of the highlights of the "Rocking the Vaal" event on the grounds of the Emerald Resort…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/taylor-swift-south-africas-rescue

Taylor Swift to South Africa’s rescue?

2024-04-11
• Taylor Swift is a cultural phenomenon, spelling a massive cash influx in consumer spending for her concert destinations. • Cities and provinces in South Africa can benefit hugely by exploiting the spending potential from concerts by international…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/how-we-support-south-africas-education-system

This is how we support South Africa’s education system

2023-09-21
There can be no denying the strain placed on South Africa’s education system, even less so the mounting challenges facing the country’s youth, not to mention the teachers entrusted with ensuring their education. Despite the best efforts of so many…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/yster-rassie-erasmus-receives-honorary-doctorate

“Yster” Rassie Erasmus receives honorary doctorate

2024-06-05
On Thursday 2 May, the North-West University (NWU) bestowed an honorary doctorate on Springbok coach and SA Rugby’s former director of rugby, Rassie Erasmus. Rassie received his honorary doctorate on the NWU’s Potchefstroom Campus, and was joined by…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/community-engagement-showcase-marks-20-years-impactful-projects

Community Engagement Showcase marks 20 years of impactful projects

2024-10-02
The North-West University (NWU) held a Community Engagement Showcase on 30 September 2024 on the Mahikeng Campus to celebrate the impact projects that have been implemented in the NWU’s 20 years of existence. Highlighting the NWU’s commitment to apply…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/soil-sleuths-highveld-why-local-knowledge-still-matters

The soil sleuths of the Highveld: Why local knowledge still matters

2025-07-15
Soil – humble, overlooked and often taken for granted – is one of the most vital resources on Earth. Yet, understanding its complex chemistry remains a scientific challenge, particularly in the vast, varied landscapes of South Africa. A recent study by…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/crossing-rivers-crossing-continents

From crossing rivers to crossing continents

2023-02-23
North-West University (NWU) academic Prof Sithandiwe Mazibuko-Mbeje was able to indulge in a number of her passions last year when she was awarded a University Capacity Development Grant to visit Università Politecnica delle Marche in Italy. Since October…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/pitch-your-business-empowering-young-entrepreneurs

Pitch Your Business: empowering young entrepreneurs

2023-12-08
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and bhive Enterprise Development Centre collaborated with I AM Youth, Radio Pulpit, Radio Cape Pulpit and TBN Africa to offer an entrepreneurial training and development programme…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/standing-shoulders-giant-celebrating-prof-john-makhenes-legacy

Standing on the shoulders of a giant: Celebrating Prof John Makhene’s legacy

2025-10-08
One of the most influential figures in South Africa’s higher education history, Prof John William Mokone Makhene, was the guest of honour at a high-profile colloquium hosted recently by the North-West University (NWU). The colloquium, held at the Mmabatho…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/new-species-rain-frog-breviceps-batrachophiliorum-discovered

New species of rain frog, Breviceps batrachophiliorum, discovered

2025-10-10
In the damp, grassy slopes of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, an unassuming amphibian has leapt into the scientific spotlight. Named Breviceps batrachophiliorum – Latin for ‘frog-loving people’ – this newly described species of rain frog is a triumph of taxonomy…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/olympic-champions-flock-potchefstroom-altitude-and-facilities

Olympic champions flock to Potchefstroom for altitude and facilities

2026-02-12
While Europe is in the icy grip of winter, athletes are sharpening their form in Potchefstroom, drawn by the altitude, climate and a high-performance sport hub that has quietly become a base for Olympic gold medallists. Members of the Netherlands’ Olympic…

http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-explores-erasmus-effect-springbok-culture-leadership-and-performance

Academic explores the “Erasmus effect” in Springbok culture, leadership and performance

2026-03-26
Prof. Re-an Müller, deputy director of the School of Management Sciences at the North-West University (NWU), delivered a compelling public lecture at the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) as part of its 60-year celebrations. Hosted by the Department of…

http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/human-metabolomics

Welcome to the Centre for Human Metabolomics (CHM)

2025-08-31
CHM is dedicated to providing the healthcare sector with innovative, cutting-edge analytical services We are driven by our passion for innovation and our commitment to providing the best possible service to our clients. Our state-of-the-art technology…

http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/7bigtc2023/abstracts

Abstract Submission

2023-06-20
Home Venue & Accommodation Speakers GAP Workshop Committees Programme Abstract Submission Registration Important Dates Contact Us We warmly invite you to submit your abstract to the 7th Biennial…

http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu/discover-women-who-inspire

Discover women who inspire

2022-08-03
For this year’s Women’s Month, we look at NWU women who are inspiring. We highlight and celebrate remarkable women who respond to real-world issues with research. These are NWU women who have a passion for acquiring knowledge, who overcome adversity, and…

http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/af/auther/phd-transdisiplin%25C3%25AAre-gesondheidswetenskappe