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Human Movement Science students contribute to National School Sport Championships
2025-07-21 The involvement of students from the North-West University's (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus in the recent National School Sport Championships marks another significant milestone in the university’s growing partnership with the North West Provincial Department of…http://news.nwu.ac.za/team-promotes-universitys-commitment-inclusivity-expo
Team promotes the university’s commitment to inclusivity at expo
2024-05-30 Student Counselling and Development on the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus showcased the NWU at the recent Career and Workplace Readiness Expo for people living with disabilities that took place at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg…http://news.nwu.ac.za/partnership-aims-boost-financial-literacy-among-students
Partnership aims to boost financial literacy among students
2025-09-18 The North-West University (NWU) is actively reinforcing its dedication to student success by recently partnering with Blackbullion, a digital platform designed to build financial literacy. This partnership desires to give students the knowledge and skills…http://news.nwu.ac.za/dr-luce-pretorius-honoured-national-early-career-academic-award
Dr Lucé Pretorius honoured with national early-career academic award
2025-09-30 The North-West University (NWU) is celebrating a remarkable achievement, with Dr Lucé Pretorius, senior lecturer in Social Work at the Vanderbijlpark Campus, having received the prestigious Early Career Academic Award for 2025. The accolade was presented…http://news.nwu.ac.za/mandela-day-walkrun-initiative-brings-smiles-steps-and-support
Mandela Day Walk/Run initiative brings smiles, steps and support
2025-08-05 In true Mandela Day spirit, the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Potchefstroom Campus turned up the energy and heart rate (?) on 18 July with a vibrant and meaningful walk around the Fanie du Toit Sports Grounds. The event, which invited staff and students…http://news.nwu.ac.za/lecture-highlights-technology-benefits-smme-finances
Lecture highlights technology benefits for SMME finances
2025-10-16 By: Gosego Phutieagae A public lecture at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus on 1 October 2025 highlighted how telecommunications and information technology are transforming financial management for small, medium and micro enterprises (…http://news.nwu.ac.za/public-private-partnerships-are-key-reviving-south-africas-ailing-transport-sector
Public-private partnerships are key to reviving South Africa’s ailing transport sector
2025-10-29 South Africa’s transport sector stands at a critical crossroads: unless urgent investment and private-sector participation are channelled into public transport infrastructure, the country’s economy will continue to stagnate. North-West University (NWU)…http://www.nwu.ac.za/ancient-grains-project/join-us-mission
Join Us on This Mission
2026-02-25 Be Part of the Solution The Ancient Grains Project represents more than agricultural innovation—it’s a movement toward food security, community empowerment, and environmental sustainability across Africa. We believe that solving hunger and malnutrition…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-football-coach-malgas-earns-caf-licence
NWU football coach Malgas earns CAF A Licence
2026-03-31 Nkululeko Khwezilomso Malgas, manager of the North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute, has obtained a CAF A coaching licence, a development he says will strengthen player training and coaching standards at the institution. Nkululeko linked the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/golden-key-welcomes-new-academic-achievers-0
Golden Key welcomes new academic achievers
2022-10-05 The recent new member recognition ceremony of the Golden Key International Honour Society saw a total of 250 students from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Vanderbijlpark being welcomed into the fold. In her address, Dr Elmie…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-highlights-importance-blood-pressure-awareness
NWU highlights importance of blood pressure awareness
2017-05-05 The North-West University (NWU) has joined the worldwide campaign to raise blood pressure awareness with a series of screenings at its campuses and in surrounding communities in May as part of the largest screening campaign ever. May marks International…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-purple-walk-walking-boldly-and-proudly-help-students-need
NWU Purple Walk: walking boldly and proudly to help students in need
2025-09-09 On Friday, 5 September, staff, students and alumni of the North-West University (NWU) joined forces across all three campuses to walk proudly and boldly in support of students in need. The spirit of generosity and compassion was evident among those who…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/bhive-enterprise-development-centre/innovateher-start-toolbox
innovateHER Start-up Toolbox
2025-01-27 Welcome to the innovateHER Youth innovation programme at the NWU Business School! As a hub for fostering innovation and growth in the African start-up ecosystem, our mission is to empower entrepreneurs with the skills, tools, and resources needed to build…, NWU Resources, At the NWU Business School, we are deeply committed to fostering a vibrant and thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Africa. Recognizing the immense potential of our continent's innovators, we have designed and implemented a variety of initiatives tailored to…, Starting & Funding your business, Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey and securing funding for your business can be a daunting experience. To help you navigate this process, we have handpicked a selection of exceptional online courses from world-renowned institutions that you can complete…, The Innovation Canvas, In the competitive world of entrepreneurship, innovative ideas can make all the difference. To help you develop and refine your concepts, we present the "Innovation Canvas" course by Innovate UK KTN. This practical online course offers a structured framework…, The Business Model Canvas, Creating a solid business model is crucial to the success of any start-up. To assist you in this critical step, we have curated a list of outstanding online courses and tools focused on the Business Model Canvas and lean start-up business modeling. These…, Budgets & Financial Planning, Managing budgets and financial planning is an essential aspect of running a successful start-up. To help you navigate this crucial area, we have compiled a list of valuable online tools and resources designed to simplify and streamline financial management…, Business & Start-up Planning, Effective business and start-up planning requires innovative thinking and a structured approach to brainstorming. To assist you in this essential process, we have curated a selection of online tools designed to inspire creativity and facilitate innovation.…, Developing a Pitch Deck, A compelling pitch deck is crucial in capturing the interest of potential investors and partners. To help you create impactful presentations that showcase your start-up's value and potential, we have curated a list of online tools designed to simplify the…, Craft a Winning Business Plan, While pitch decks are often the initial step in attracting venture capital and angel investors, a comprehensive business plan is crucial to showcase your start-up's strategy, operations, and financial projections in greater detail. To help you craft an…, Find the Perfect Name for Your Business and Website, Choosing a unique and memorable name for your business and securing the corresponding domain name are essential steps in establishing your online presence. A great name can help you stand out in a crowded market, while a custom domain name and email addresses…, Tools to Elevate Your Brand, Effective corporate communication, marketing, and visual design are crucial for creating a strong brand identity and connecting with your target audience. From logos and graphic design to video and animation, we've compiled a list of tools and services that…, Establish Your Start-up in South Africa, Establishing a company in South Africa involves navigating the registration process and ensuring that your business complies with legal and regulatory requirements. While you can register your new company on your own, it's often helpful to seek assistance…, Resources for Protecting Your Start-Up, Starting a business requires legal documents and agreements to protect your start-up and its assets. While there are many templates and examples available online, it's important to ensure that the legal documents comply with the laws of the country where you…, Resources to Help You Finance and Manage Your Start-up, Financing your start-up and managing your equity can be a complex process. To help you navigate these challenges, we have compiled a list of resources, tools, and platforms focused on bootstrapping, fundraising, investor relations, and equity management.…, Protect Your Intellectual Property with Expert Legal Advice, Protecting your intellectual property (IP) is crucial to the success and growth of your start-up. Whether it's a novel invention, design, software, or trademark, securing your IP rights can provide a competitive advantage and increase your business's value.…, Housekeeping and Communicating as a Start-up, Effective communication, organization, and document management are critical for start-ups to succeed in today's fast-paced business environment. To help you streamline your operations, we've compiled a list of essential tools and services to manage email,…, Dedicated Resources for Tech-Based Start-Ups, Tech-based start-ups have unique needs and challenges that require specialized resources and support. Fortunately, there are several dedicated resources available to help tech-based start-ups succeed. These resources provide access to tools, services, and…, Expand Your Start-up Knowledge and Stay Informed, To thrive in today's competitive business landscape, it's essential for entrepreneurs to continually learn and stay informed about industry trends, strategies, and best practices. We've curated a list of interesting blogs, knowledge resources, international…, Other Cool Tools and Resource Lists for Start-Ups, In addition to the resources listed above, there are several other cool tools and resource lists available online that can benefit start-ups. These resources cover a range of topics, from open-source and SaaS tools to comprehensive start-up libraries. Explore…http://news.nwu.ac.za/af/icss-2018-bevorder-inter-en-multidissiplin%25C3%25AAre-studies-oor-sosiale-wetenskappe
ICSS 2018: bevorder inter- en multidissiplinêre studies oor sosiale wetenskappe
2018-09-21 Die Fakulteit Ekonomiese en Bestuurswetenskappe aan die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) het saam met die Sosiale Wetenskappe Navorsingsvereniging in Turkye onlangs die 9de internasionale konferensie oor sosiale wetenskappe aangebied. Die konferensie het in…http://news.nwu.ac.za/af/nwu-voeg-nog-n-topposisie-sy-indrukwekkende-prestasie-op-ranglyste
NWU voeg nog ’n topposisie by sy indrukwekkende prestasie op ranglyste
2023-08-18 Die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) het nog ’n topposisie by sy indrukwekkende vertoning op internasionale ranglyste gevoeg. Die ShanghaiRanking Consultancy plaas die NWU in die kategorie vir die top-5 tot top-7 Suid-Afrikaanse universiteite op sy 2023 Academic…http://news.nwu.ac.za/af/chpe-wenner-van-die-wgo-afrika-netwerk-van-vennootinstellings-gekies
CHPE as wenner van die WGO Afrika-netwerk van vennootinstellings gekies
2025-10-23 Die Sentrum vir Gesondheidsberoepe-onderrig (CHPE) aan die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) het gesogte erkenning van die Wêreldgesondheidsorganisasie (WGO) ontvang nadat dit as ’n wenner in die WGO Afrika-netwerk van vennootinstellings (WHO AFRO Network of…http://news.nwu.ac.za/af/nwu-skitter-een-van-afrika-se-topagt-volhoubaarheidsgedrewe-universiteite
NWU skitter as een van Afrika se topagt volhoubaarheidsgedrewe universiteite
2025-11-18 Die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) bou steeds aan sy reputasie as ’n innoverende, wêreldbetrokke instelling wat tot uitnemendheid en samelewingsrelevansie verbind is. Hierdie verbintenis word deur sy strategie, Neem die NWU vorentoe: 2024 en daarna, gedryf. Dit…http://news.nwu.ac.za/informal-reclaimers-make-huge-contribution-recycling-south-africa
Informal reclaimers make a huge contribution to recycling in South Africa
2021-10-28 Informal waste reclaimers in South Africa play a key but often unrecognised role in the recycling value chain. Ways should be found to enable them to participate in decisions around waste management practices and community recycling programmes, says Prof…http://news.nwu.ac.za/youth-learning-festival-empowers-young-people