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ICIL 2022 - Conference Programme
Jul 07, 2026 - PDF of conference programme Book of abstracts Guidelines for presenters and session chairs ICIL 2022 Feedback form, Presentation types, Keynotes: a 45-minute presentation with 15 minutes for discussion/questions Papers/Doctoral forum: 20-minute presentation with 10 minutes for discussion/questions PechaKucha: 6 minutes, 40 seconds presentation with 10 minutes for remarks/questions [The last 5 minutes of the sessions will be used to move between rooms.], Programme, Monday 10 October 2022, Time Event 15:00 - 17:00 Registration can already be done in the foyer of the Ferdinand Postma Library [Building E7] 15:00 - 16:00 Inaugural meeting of ICIL Standing Committee [Ferdinand Postma Library (Building E7), Committee Room (Room 111) or via MS Teams] 16:00 - 17:00 Arrival cocktail [Ferdinand Postma Library (Building E7), Besembos (Room…, Tuesday 11 October 2022, Time Event 8:00 Registration Coffee/tea [Building E8, Foyer] 9:00 Chairperson: Dr Matt Moyo , Chief Director: Library and Information Service (North-West University)[Building E8, Room G42] Welcoming address: Prof Jeffrey Mphahlele , Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Innovation (North-West University) 9:30 National keynote: Prof. Johannes…, Wednesday 12 October 2022, Time Event 8:00 Registration Coffee/tea [Building E8, Foyer] Chairperson: Prof. Judith Mavodza, Zayed University 9:00 National keynote: Prof. Bosire Onyancha Title: Conceptualizing computer literacy, digital literacy, media literacy and information literacy: an informetric perspective using journals of publications (Paper) Abstract: The era of…, Thursday 13 October 2022, Time Event 8:00 Registration Coffee/tea [Building E8, Foyer] Chairperson: Dr Brenda van Wyk, University of Pretoria 9:00 International keynote speaker: Prof. Mary Sengati-Zimba Title: Building a Sustainable Information Literacy Program across the university in the era of the 4th Industrial Revolution (Paper) Abstract: This presentation focuses…, Friday 14 October 2022, Event Optional excursionshttp://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/compres
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Feb 23, 2026 - [accordion collapsed] Writing Cabin in Wellington, Western Cape COMPRES is excited to partner with the Centre for Child, Youth, and Family Studies (CCYF) at North-West University to bring researchers a unique retreat space: The Writing Cabin. Set in the scenic Winelands at NWU's Western Cape Regional Office, this space is…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu-alumni/alumni-events-2025
Alumni Events 2025
Mar 12, 2026 - Photo galleries NWU Alumni FEMS Reunion Goddess Night Staff and Postgraduate Convocation Drive Northern Cape Tour Bloemfontein Tour Lesotho Tour Open Day 2025 Graduations 2025 Alumni and Friends Sports Day Botswana Alumni Chapter Reunion Men’s Mental Health…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/registration-and-orientation/fnas-vc-sc
FNAS VC SC
Mar 04, 2021 - Welcome first years of 2021 – A letter from you 2020/2021 SC Chairperson Ladies and gentlemen, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the North West University this morning. I wish to congratulate each of you, first on having secured your university place and second, for having…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-student-will-be-singing-gospel-usa
NWU student will be singing gospel in the USA
Jul 30, 2019 - Final-year education student Tshepo Tshepido Mothobi from the North-West University (NWU) is one of three local South African gospel artists who won a trip to perform in the United States of America (USA). The Klerksdorp born Tshepo entered the Sing Gospel in the USA competition along with 247 other hopeful singers, and after reaching the top…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/international-symposium-electrocatalysis/tourism-attractions
Tourism Attractions
Jul 27, 2026 - Things to do and sights to visit in the Western CapeWe recognize that the participation in ECAT 2026 might be a first visit to South Africa for many Symposium delegates. We welcome you to Stellenbosch, South Africa, and encourage you to take this opportunity to explore the area at your own leisure either before the commencement of the Symposium or…http://news.nwu.ac.za/all-blacks-are-coming-and-so-are-bucks
The All Blacks are coming, and so are the bucks!
Feb 09, 2026 - It’s been 30 years since the New Zealand All Blacks last toured South Africa for a traditional rugby test series, but 2026 will see the old foes meet for three tests in the Republic and one abroad. For rugby fans at home and in the Land of the Long White Cloud, The Greatest Rivalry Tour – which includes provincial matches between the All Blacks…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-puk-choir-enchants-audiences-europe
NWU Puk Choir enchants audiences in Europe
Aug 14, 2017 - The NWU Puk Choir charmed audiences with their exceptional singing talent during the recent 54th International Choir Competition in Spittal, Austria, and as a result received the prize as the audience’s favourite choir. This choir also outrivalled choristers from Germany, Ireland, Slovenia and Austria, among other places, in the division for…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/wasm-2026/things-do-cape-town-wasm-2026
Things to do in Cape Town (WASM 2026)
May 27, 2025 - wasm 2026 WESTERN CAPE – GATEWAY TO AFRICA Cape Town - where Inspiration turns ideas into action Historically the place where trade routes meet and considered a gateway to Africa for business and leisure, Cape Town has long held a fascination for visitors from across the globe. Firmly rooted in its African heritage and culture, Cape Town, and…, Culture and People, Centuries of trade and immigration have created a population with genetic and linguistic links to different parts of Europe, Southeast Asia, India and Africa. The diverse cultural backgrounds give the province a cosmopolitan flavour with an interesting history dating back to the KhoiSan people - the first inhabitants of the country. With its broad…, Food and Wine, The essence of Western Cape food can be found in the complex, multi-cultural history of the province. A mixture of Asian, African and European food genres, every dish reflects waves of historical settlement and layers of culinary interaction. The Cape Winelands boasts some of the best award-winning wine farms in the world. Every year thousands of…, Cape Point, Cape Point is the southernmost tip of the Cape Peninsula. The drive takes you via Chapmans Peak past steep mountains, secluded coves, beaches, villages and fishing communities. At Cape Point visit the Cape of Good Hope nature reserve – home of fynbos species found nowhere else in the world and a variety of wildlife including baboons, rhebok, Cape…, Table Mountain, A cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain, a World Heritage Site, is a highlight of any Cape Town visit. The cableway takes you to the summit in under ten minutes whilst rotating gondolas ensure a 360-degree view of Cape Town and Table Bay. At the top, stroll along 2km of pathways and enjoy magnificent views from over 12 viewing sites and…, Winelands Tour, A visit to the Cape Winelands is an absolute must as the region is one of the breath taking vistas and majestic mountain backdrops while being steeped in rich culture and history. Rolling vineyards and quaint Cape Dutch homesteads await you, as well as award-wining wine farms offering some of the country’s best wines. Within an hour’s drive from…, Panoramic Cape Town City Tour, Visit the Castle, the oldest building in South Africa, then move on to another historic area of the city, the Cape Malay quarter situated on the slopes of Signal Hill. Imbibe its rich spiritual, musical and culinary heritage before diving into the city centre. Drive along Adderley Street, the lively centre of town, past the historic Groote Kerk…, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, The beautiful Kirstenbosch gardens cover an area of 528 hectares with 36 hectares of cultivated garden. The gardens are a celebration of South African flora – showcasing only indigenous South African plants. Fynbos, proteas, cycads and rolling lawns are intermingled with streams and ponds and well-laid out pathways for easy walking. Botanical, Safety and Security, The safety and security of citizens and visitors are of utmost importance for City and provincial authorities. While Cape Town is safe and welcoming to visitors, it grapples with many of the same problems that other global tourism cities experience, of which petty crime is one. To this end, the province has partnered with the city of Cape Town the…http://library.nwu.ac.za/artificial-intelligence-symposium-2023
Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023
Aug 01, 2025 - Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Satellite Symposium on Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Satellite Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, Announcing the 2023 Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3 rd IFLA Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa 5 - 7 September 2023 The North-West University Library and Information Service, Information Technology and the Faculty of Engineering: School of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering, in collaboration with the IFLA IT Section, are pleased to host this Artificial Intelligence Symposium. …, Aim of the Event, The symposium aims to bring together industry leaders to discuss digital strategies institutions can apply to enable agile, collaborative, and integrated service operations. This implies innovative changes and adaptability in human skills and creative imagination to establish, develop, and maintain an enabling Teaching and Learning environment…, Links, Dr Edmund Balnaves talks about the impact of AI Symposium Feedback Survey PDF Programme Speakers Booklet Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023: Speakers (IFLA Link) Special Issue: South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS), News, PUKfm radio advertisement PUKfm radio interview Follow the development of our Library Bot ., Guest Speakers, AI guest speakers AI guest speakers Read more about our guest speakers . [accordion collapsed], Workshops - Monday 4 and Wednesday 6 September, Workshop 1: Developing robotics for the LIS environment - Prof Pieter van Vuuren Monday 4 September, 11:00 - 12:30 The workshop will be presented by the NWU School of Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Engineering. It will introduce participants to the development of the NWU LIS robots and include a physical tour of the Makerspace. Workshop 2:…, Programme: AIS 2023, 3r d IFLA IT Section Artificial Intelligence Symposium (AIS) 2023 North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa, 5-7 September 2023 PDF Programme Speakers Booklet Special Issue: South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS) Day 1 4 September, Monday 10:30 Registration 11:00-12:30 Workshop 1: Developing robotics for the…, Theme, The central conference theme is Artificial Intelligence in Teaching, Learning, and Research: Promoting Digital Access to Information through Automation. The subthemes are as follows: 1. Artificial intelligence Robotics Process Automation Humanoid Robots for libraries Natural Language Processing Speech processing (Text-speech solutions) Machine…, Abstracts and Submissions, We invite papers for the 2023 Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Symposium on Artificial Intelligence. North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa. Please submit your abstracts using this Google Form . For more information, contact: Ms. Neli Tshabalala (NWU: Director Shared Services) at neli.tshabalala@nwu.ac.za Mr. Lizwi Njani (…, Partnerships and stakeholders, IFLA IT Section participation IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) promotes libraries as vital institutions that enhance people's lives through equitable access to knowledge and information. Innovation and the principles of freedom of access to information through the indiscriminate use of technology and…, Committees, Committee Leaders Neli Tshabalala Neli Tshabalala Neli Tshabalala: Director of Shared Services Ms. Neli Tshabalala is the Director: Shared Library and Information Services at North-West University (NWU), a Ph.D. candidate at the University of South Africa, where she examines resource allocation in academic libraries as an essential determinant of…, Registration Fees and Steps *** Registration Closed ***, Early bird registration: 9 June - 19 August 2023 Online registration: 20 August - 29 August 2023 Registration Fees Note: The registration fee includes the workshops but does not include the cocktail function, gala dinner, or excursion. Category Fee (Rands) Early Bird Registration Early Bird - Local Registration ZAR 4200.00 Early Bird - …, Venue, Directions and Shuttle Services, Venue and Directions The conference will be presented in a hybrid format, with virtual and in-person presentations. Physical venue: The Feather Hill , Potchefstroom, South Africa Address: The Feather Hill, Dagbreek Landgoed, Ext. 1133, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa Guest parking is available. Maps and directions GPS Coordinates 26º39´36.1"S …, Recommended Accommodation, The Feather Hill Email: reservations@thefeatherhill.co.za Telephone: +27(0)66 429 9996 Oudrift Riverside Lodge (3.5 km from the conference venue) Standard Room: B&B - R895.00 PP Standard Room: B&B and Dinner - R1174.00 PP info@oudrift.co.za Telephone: +27 (0)82 441 2370 or +27 (0)18 297 4939 Adato Guest House (7.5 km from the conference…, Functions and Excursions, Cocktail Function: Tuesday, 5 September Attendance fee ZAR 600 per person Time: 18:00 Venue: Feather Hill Hotel Dress code: Smart Casual Gala Dinner: Wednesday, 6 September Attendance fee ZAR 600 per person Time: 19:00 Venue: Feather Hill Hotel Dress code: Vintage or Traditional Attire Cash bar available Excursions Note: The excursion is…, Exhibitors, ExLibris ExLibris ExLibris ExLibris At Ex Libris, we believe in the value of education and research. Our mission is to allow academic institutions to create, manage, and share knowledge. With better tools, our customers achieve their goals and further academic initiatives. Ex Libris Esploro WWIS WWIS WWIS - Worldwide Information Services WWIS…, Contact Information, Neli Tshabalala NWU: Library and Information Service, Director Shared Services Organising Committee neli.tshabalala@nwu.ac.za Dr. Edmund Balnaves IFLA Divisional Chair - Director Prosentient Systems, Australia ebalnaves@prosentient.com.au May Chang Mentor IT Section and Committee Member AI SIG - Library Chief Technology Officer, University of…, Sponsors, AI Sponsors #AISymposium #DigAI2023http://news.nwu.ac.za/taylor-swift-south-africas-rescue
Taylor Swift to South Africa’s rescue?
Apr 11, 2024 - • 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 musicians. • Local governments should look to take the initiative and work with the private…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/music/jannie-le-roux
Dr Jannie le Roux
Aug 06, 2026 - Senior LecturerCollaborative PianoConservatory (K1), office TBAtel. +27 18 299-1692jannie.leroux@nwu.ac.za Blog posts 2026-06-08 ~ Doctorates galore…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/NABF
National Aquatic Bioassay Facility (NABF)
Jul 05, 2026 - FundersNational Research Foundation (NRF) South Africa, National Nanotechnology Equipment Programme and the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation The National Aquatic Bioassay Facility (NABF) forms part of the NWU Water Research Group (WRG) and is regarded as one of the largest Zebrafish facilities in the southern hemisphere.…http://news.nwu.ac.za/young-entrepreneurs-shine-youth-innovation-challenge
Young entrepreneurs shine in youth innovation challenge
Aug 15, 2024 - The North-West University (NWU) hosted the Young African Entrepreneurs Institute (YAEI) and Absa Youth Entrepreneurship Northwest Tour (YET), from 6 to 7 August, welcoming young impactful entrepreneurs to the Potchefstroom Campus. The YET aims to extend entrepreneurship development support across South Africa. The tour visits each province,…http://www.nwu.ac.za/event/online-exhibition-dinoolwane-matlotlo-le-baloi-folklores-treasures-and-witches
Online Exhibition: Dinoolwane, Matlotlo le Baloi" Folklores, treasures and witches
Jul 20, 2026 - 3D Tour This will be a 3D tour where you can view the exhibition from the comfort of your own home. You will be able to walk through the gallery to view each artwork. Nyokong is the most recent winner of the ABSA L’Atelier Gerard Sekoto award. He’s artworks contain a variety of mediums from photographs to site…http://news.nwu.ac.za/prof-ankit-katrodia-champions-nwus-global-footprint-europe
Prof Ankit Katrodia champions NWU’s global footprint in Europe
Jul 11, 2025 - Prof Ankit Katrodia, associate professor in the WorkWell research unit at the School of Management Sciences of the North-West University (NWU), recently undertook an enriching academic tour across Poland and Romania. His participation in this European engagement was made possible through some of the external funding from the Bucharest Academy…http://news.nwu.ac.za/trade-takes-international-collaboration-next-level
TRADE takes international collaboration to the next level
Oct 06, 2020 - The TRADE research focus area at the North-West University (NWU) hosted an online world tour to take international collaboration to the next level in the time of Covid-19. Prof Danie Meyer, a development economist and director of TRADE, says the event, which took place on 2 October, was organised with the aim to ensure that “we at the southern…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/cen/impensa
ImpENSA
Mar 03, 2023 - ImpENSA (Improving Early Nutrition and Health in South Africa) is a capacity building project co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union. The project aims to facilitate continued professional development and strengthen relations between higher education and the wider economic and social environment…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/music/tinus-botha
Prof Tinus Botha
May 17, 2026 - Associate Professor Piano Performance Methodology of Piano Teaching Keyboard Skills Conservatory (K1), office 213 tel. +27 18 299-1693 tinus.botha@nwu.ac.za Blog posts 2026-05-17 ~ Another successful concert tour to Costa Rica & Colombia 2026-03-24 ~ Regreso…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/music/thomas-erlank