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NWU expands student mental-health support with SADAG roll-out
Apr 17, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) will roll out a new mental-health support system this month, bringing a national crisis network onto its campuses as demand for student support continues to rise. The university has partnered with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) to provide counselling, crisis intervention and support…http://news.nwu.ac.za/crises-classrooms-demand-school-social-workers-now
Crises in classrooms demand school social workers now
Apr 17, 2026 - Severe teacher shortages, with tens of thousands of vacant posts, are destroying learning conditions. “Learners are being left defenceless in places meant to protect and nurture them.” – Dr Marelize Vergottini. “Without dedicated psychosocial support, these conditions will continue to hinder learning and jeopardise children’s futures.” – Dr…http://news.nwu.ac.za/universities-must-play-their-part-local-government-reform
Universities must play their part in local government reform
Apr 20, 2026 - According to North-West University (NWU) principal and vice-chancellor Prof. Bismark Tyobeka higher education institutions have a role to play in supporting governance reform at local municipalities - many of which are in disarray. “Universities can contribute to the rehabilitation of local government through research, skills development and…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/numiq/presence
Presence for Good Care
Apr 20, 2026 - We shape thoughts on the practice of presence in nursing and healthcare. We are a team of researchers, educators and practitioners interested in relational caring and the practice of presence. Become part of the team through post-graduate studies at the NuMIQ research focus area at the North-West University. Or join us for…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/numiq/presence-publications
Presence Publications
Apr 20, 2026 - We contribute new knowledge in the field of presence through high quality publications. Here is a selection of our latest publications. Conceptualisation of relational care through cultivating attentiveness: The butterfly effect in mental health nursing Dr Rudo Ramalisa-Budeli published an article in the International Journal of…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-students-take-dusi
NWU students take on the Dusi
Apr 20, 2026 - The Dusi Canoe Marathon is not for the faint-hearted. Known as one of South Africa’s toughest endurance races, it pushes paddlers to their limits with punishing portages, technical rapids, and the relentless heat of the valley. For North-West University (NWU) students Craig Cribbins and Ethan Kleu, the 2026 Dusi was more than just a race. It was a…http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-joins-inaugural-global-cohort-ioc-diploma-sports-pharmacy
Academic joins inaugural global cohort for IOC diploma in sports pharmacy
Apr 20, 2026 - A North-West University (NWU) professor has been selected for a new diploma in sports pharmacy offered by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), marking a significant milestone for both the institution and the pharmacy profession. Prof. Stephan Steyn, an associate professor in Pharmacology, will join the inaugural 2026 intake of the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/school-agricultural-sciences-earns-national-leadership-award
School of Agricultural Sciences earns national leadership award
Apr 21, 2026 - The North-West University’s (NWU’s) School of Agricultural Sciences has been recognised for its skills development at the South Africa Leadership Awards 2026. The award, presented on 13 April in Johannesburg, places the school among institutions acknowledged for advancing capacity building and training across sectors. Director of the School…http://news.nwu.ac.za/zoologists-bring-science-life-life-below-water-outreach
Zoologists bring science to life at Life Below Water outreach
Apr 21, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) Water Research Group (WRG) hosted its annual Life Below Water outreach event on Saturday, 11 April 2026, drawing 120 children to the Lekwena Wildlife Estate for a morning of hands-on learning focused on aquatic ecosystems and environmental awareness. Aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14,…http://news.nwu.ac.za/faculty-law-alumni-reunion-focuses-ethics-ai-and-legal-excellence
Faculty of Law alumni reunion focuses on ethics, AI and legal excellence
Apr 21, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) Faculty of Law reunion recently brought together distinguished alumni who are legal practitioners, academics and institutional leaders for an evening of engagement, reflection and knowledge-sharing. The event was held at the Seven Villa Hotel and Spa in Sandton, Johannesburg. The reunion formed part of the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/busting-myths-and-promoting-understanding-autism-awareness-month
Busting myths and promoting understanding in Autism Awareness Month
Apr 21, 2026 - Little understood but more common than many realise, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that often leaves individuals living with it – and their families – feeling isolated and marginalised. With April being Autism Awareness Month, the time is ripe to promote understanding, acceptance and inclusion in society of individuals with ASD…http://news.nwu.ac.za/green-team-drives-environmental-action-through-tree-planting-and-community-clean
Green Team drives environmental action through tree planting and community clean-up
Apr 21, 2026 - The North-West University (NWU) Green Team is turning small environmental actions into sustained community impact, with recent initiatives showing how student-led efforts are reshaping public spaces while building a culture of responsibility among young people. A tree-planting initiative and a large-scale clean-up campaign, both held in March…http://news.nwu.ac.za/young-guns-coach-2026-was-season-growth
Young Guns coach: 2026 was a season of growth
Apr 21, 2026 - The 2026 Varsity Cup Young Guns (YS) campaign may be over, but the FNB NWU YGs have once again proven why they remain one of the toughest sides in the competition. Although they fell short of winning the title, the season offered valuable lessons in growth and resilience. The NWU YGs failed to reach the semi-finals for the first time in seven…Professor David Mhlanga is an award-winning economist and higher education professional with extensive experience in teaching, research, and policy engagement across Africa and Australia. He currently serves as an Extraordinary Professor at the University of South Africa (UNISA) and an Extraordinary Associate Professor at North-West University. In…
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David Mhlanga
Apr 22, 2026 - Professor David Mhlanga is an award-winning economist and higher education professional with extensive experience in teaching, research, and policy engagement across Africa and Australia. He currently serves as an Extraordinary Professor at the University of South Africa (UNISA) and an Extraordinary Associate Professor at North-West University. In…http://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-recognised-globally-blockchain-research
Academic recognised globally for blockchain research
Apr 22, 2026 - A North-West University (NWU) academic has earned international recognition for research examining how ready South Africa’s public sector is to adopt blockchain technology. Dr Beatah Sibanda received the 2024 Best Abstract Award from the British Blockchain Association for her study on blockchain adoption in government systems. Her research…Prof. Dr. Vilas B. Gaikar has been associated with the HSNC Board's, Smt. CHM. College (Autonomous), Ulhasnagar, University of Mumbai in the capacity of Professor in Economics for more than Seventeen years including having served as Vice-Principal. He has successfully filed and published Indian patents and received grants for international (…
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