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Feedlot Challenge takes Animal Sciences students from classroom to cattle pens
Sep 08, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) is taking Animal Sciences learning beyond the classroom through its Feedlot Challenge, a practical initiative giving students first-hand experience of commercial cattle production and the realities of the livestock industry.The programme, which involves diploma and BSc degree Animal Sciences students, was created to…http://news.nwu.ac.za/new-book-puts-human-judgement-centre-ai-powered-research
New book puts human judgement at the centre of AI-powered research
Sep 08, 2026 - Artificial intelligence (AI) can support postgraduate research, but it should strengthen human thinking rather than replace it. This principle is at the heart of a new book by the North-West University (NWU) academic Prof. Kudzayi Savious Tarisayi.Prof. Tarisayi from the School of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education at the Potchefstroom…http://news.nwu.ac.za/fulbright-specialist-helps-strengthen-nwus-global-reach
Fulbright specialist helps strengthen NWU’s global reach
Sep 08, 2026 - A two-week visit by United States-based Fulbright specialist Dr Maryalice “Ali” Mazzara has helped the North-West University (NWU) strengthen its focus on global partnerships and leadership development.Dr Mazzara, Fulbright specialist for global affairs and leadership programmes, visited the NWU from 15 to 28 August 2026. She worked with staff,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/eagles-rediscover-team-connection-edge-kovsies
Eagles rediscover team connection to edge Kovsies
Sep 08, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) Eagles showed their ability to respond under pressure when they bounced back from their first defeat of the 2026 Varsity Netball season to beat UFS Kovsies 50-48 in Bloemfontein on Monday, 31 August.The two-point victory at the Callie Human Hall was a repeat of the 2025 final and put the defending champions back on…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/symposium-diseases-relevant-south-africa/home
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Sep 08, 2026 - 23rd Symposium on Diseases Relevant to South AfricaThe 23rd Symposium on Diseases Relevant to South Africa (SDRSA) will take place from 7–9 October 2026 at the North-West University (NWU), Potchefstroom Campus.The SDRSA is recognised for its high-quality, clinically relevant programme and commitment to continuing professional development. Each…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu/inaugural-lectures-natural-and-agricultural-sciences-0
Inaugural Lectures: Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Sep 08, 2026 - 2026Prof. Jacques BernerFrom photon to plate: how plant science will feed a changing world...read moreProf. Jacques BernerEvery meal starts with sunlight. Through photosynthesis, plants capture solar energy and use it to produce the biomass that ultimately becomes our food. Measurements of photosynthesis can also provide an early indication of how…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu/inaugural-lectures-economic-and-management-sciences-0
Inaugural Lectures: Economic and Management Sciences
Sep 08, 2026 - 2026Prof. Re-an MüllerPause. Play. Connect. Internal branding as an infinite game...read more×Prof. Re-an MüllerPause. Play. Connect. Internal branding as an infinite gameProfessor Re-an Müller opened his inaugural lecture by taking the audience to a flower bed with no flowers on a Free State farm, where as a boy he had played and built a make-…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu-tenders
NWU Tenders
Sep 08, 2026 - How do NWU Tenders work? Follow these easy steps to tender through the below advertisements: To view the advert and get more details including the project name, scope of work, additional requirements, CIDB grading required etc. click on the link in blue named "CLICK HERE to view advert". If you are interested in the tender, proceed…http://news.nwu.ac.za/it-time-south-african-blue-crane-spread-its-wings-national-icon
It is time for the South African Blue Crane to spread its wings as a national icon
Sep 08, 2026 - More than 99% of the world’s Blue Cranes live in South Africa, yet our national bird remains one of the country’s most underused tourism assets.The Blue Crane is a living part of South Africa’s heritage, yet the species’ ‘Vulnerable’ status shows that national-symbol status does not guarantee survival.Habitat loss, pesticide use, power-line…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/faculty-natural-and-agricultural-sciences-research-ethics-committee-fnasrec/scientific-committees
Scientific Committees
Sep 08, 2026 - Scientific committees are panels of discipline experts responsible for conducting an in-depth scientific review of proposed studies before they undergo ethical evaluation. Their primary role is to assess the scientific validity and associated risk factors of the research and provide recommendations to the Ethics Committee. Scientific Committees…http://news.nwu.ac.za/better-waste-management-can-protect-south-africas-wild-spaces
Better waste management can protect South Africa’s wild spaces
Sep 08, 2026 - Waste in South Africa’s protected areas is more than a litter problem. Poor waste practices in South Africa’s protected areas threaten biodiversity, pollute sensitive habitats and weaken conservation efforts. New research shows that better planning, infrastructure and human behaviour can turn the situation around.Prof. Claudine Alberts from the…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/nwu-business-school-pitso-20266-jb-marks-4-november-2026-local-government-election
NWU Business School Pitso 2026:6: JB Marks - 4 November 2026 Local Government Election
Sep 08, 2026 - You are cordially invited to to attend a constructive discussion on the JB Marks - 4 November 2026 Local Government Elections. This Pitso brings together business school students, government officials, and private sector representatives for a constructive discussion—not a debate—on practical solutions for JB Marks Municipality. It offers…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-celebrates-exceptional-results-2026-saica-iac-exams
NWU celebrates exceptional results in the 2026 SAICA IAC exams
Sep 08, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) has achieved an exceptional 99% pass rate in the combined January and June 2026 Initial Assessment of Competence (IAC) examinations administered by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).The achievement places the NWU well above the national combined pass rate of 73%. In the January examination…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/molelwane-research-farm/mao-telescope