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Policies, Rules and Guidelines
Feb 25, 2026 - Menu LIS Dashboard Senior Management Entity and Section Managers Profile Annual Reports Policies, Rules & Guidelines Strategic Plans Quality Assurance Statistics, Policies, Rules & Guidelines, [accordion collapsed], General, NWU Policies & Rules NWU Guidelines for the Use of Artificial Intelligence Library and Information Services Policy Library Code of Conduct, Outreach, Projects and Quality, Communication Strategy, Circulation and Lending Services, LIS Circulation Guidelines LIS Circulation Guidelines LIS Interlibrary Loan Guidelines LIS Interlibrary Loan Guidelines, Information Services, LIS Information Literacy Guidelines LIS Information Literacy Guidelines, Research and Open Scholarship Services, Open Access Policy Open Access Institutional Repository Guidelines, Information Resources, Information Resources Procedure Manual LIS Collection Development Guidelines LIS Binding of Library Materials LIS Binding of Library Materials LIS Repair of Damaged Books LIS Repair of Damaged Books LIS Supplier Evaluation Guidelines Weeding Guidelines Weeding Guidelines, Library Systems, LIS Website Development Guidelines LIS Home Grown Databases Guidelines LIS Home Grown Databases Guidelines [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-statistics
Statistics
Feb 25, 2026 - Menu LIS Dashboard Senior Management Entity and Section Managers Profile Annual Reports Policies, Rules and Guidelines Strategic Plans Quality Assurance Statistics, Statistics, This page is dedicated to providing feedback to our stakeholders on our Library Services. We trust you'll find the statistics as intriguing as we do. Over the next year, we will continue to enhance transparency by incorporating additional statistics across our various services. Key statistics 2024 Key statistics 2024 Flipbook link | PDF link, General, Library visitors Library Service Hours Events, Training, etc. LibAnswers (Chats/Tickets/FAQs) Room Bookings, Databases, WorldCat Discovery DB/Text, e.g. Exam papers, Research and Open Scholarship, DaYta Ya Rona (figshare) OJS - Open Journal System, Web, Library Web Site LibGuides Referencing Guides Social Mediahttp://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-quality-assurance
Quality Assurance
Feb 25, 2026 - Menu LIS Dashboard Senior Management Entity and Section Managers Profile Annual Reports Policies, Rules and Guidelines Strategic Plans Quality Assurance Statistics, Quality Assurance, Purpose The purpose of Quality Assurance (QA) in the LIS is to develop and establish procedures for monitoring, maintaining, and promoting standards of library services, facilities, and resources in alignment with the Library and Information Service's strategic goals and support and advice from the NWU Quality Enhancement Office. Documents […, LIS Quality Manual, Quality Manual 2018 Quality Manual 2020, Quality assurance tools, Library Life Pulse Survey 2024, Peer evaluations, Portfolio of peer evaluation (October 2021), Benchmarking visits, Visit CPUT 2019 Visit Wits Disability Rights Unit 2019, Benchmarking action plan, Benchmarking action plan for 2020/2021, CHELSA, Academic Library Standards Framework [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-profile
Library Profile
Feb 25, 2026 - Menu LIS Dashboard Senior Management Entity and Section Managers Profile Annual Reports Policies, Rules and Guidelines Strategic Plans Quality Assurance Statistics, Profile, Vision, To be a digitally transformed library advancing access to information that impacts society., Mission, To enhance information discoverability, access, and use through innovation., Our Values, The LIS embeds the following foundational values based on the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, and freedom: Caring and inclusive Embracing diversity Transparency Excellence in all our endeavors Ethics in all endeavors Responsibility and accountability Academic freedom and freedom of research, including freedom of access to…http://www.nwu.ac.za/ancient-grains-project
Ancient Grains Project
Feb 25, 2026 - Combating Hunger and Malnutrition in Africa Using Ancient Grains Scientists from North-West University are collaborating with academic, government, and industry partners across Africa to develop sustainable food solutions for communities in need. What Are Ancient Grains? Ancient grains are crops that have been…http://www.nwu.ac.za/ancient-grains-project/join-us-mission
Join Us on This Mission
Feb 25, 2026 - 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 requires collaboration across sectors, borders, and disciplines. Whether you’re a…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-funding
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Ethical Clearance and Funder Requirements, Data Management Plan (DMP) Institutions and funding bodies are now recognizing the importance of effective data management in ensuring the ethical handling of research data. The NWU Research Data Management Policy requires every research study that generates data to have a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP). Students and researchers are required…, Systems and Tools, Data Management Planning Tool Data Management Planning Tool : The DMPTool helps postgraduate students and researchers to prepare and create research data management plans. It provides tailored guidance and examples to help researchers write data management plans., Training Material, Data Management Plan LibGuide Data Management Plan LibGuide General Guidance General Guidance NWU research funding and training opportunities NWU research funding and training opportunities Simplify ethical clearance and grant applications with DMPTool Simplify ethical clearance and grant applications with DMPTool [/accordion] Open Researcher…, Systems and Tools, You can register for an account via ORCID ORCID and add publications. Register your ORCID on Intembeko, and the Intembeko ORCID Hub Intembeko ORCID Hub ( follow these steps follow these steps ) will connect research staff and students with the organisations where they study, are employed, or receive funding. Register your ORCID on the NWU…, Training Material, What is ORCID What is ORCID ? Register for your ORCID ID Register for your ORCID ID . How to reset your ORCID password How to reset your ORCID password ? A Quick Tour of the ORCID Record A Quick Tour of the ORCID Record . How do you add publications to your ORCID How do you add publications to your ORCID ? [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-academic-writing
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Academic Writing, Academic writing, or scholarly writing, is a formal writing style produced in an academic setting. It can take many forms, such as literary analysis, dissertations or theses, and research papers. Systems and Tools Useful resources for writing academic papers include:, Plagiarism Tools, Plagiarism and copyright Writefull Paraphrasing Referella, referencing styles EndNote , reference manager Turnitin , text-matching software iThenticate , text-matching software (Staff) NWU Guidelines on AI, Writing Tools, Writefull Revise Writefull Cite Writefull Add-in for Word NWU Writing Centre, Library Resources, WorldCat Discovery Search (Books, articles, and journals) WorldCat A-Z List (Journal Titles) Databases A-Z PressReader Google Scholar Research LibGuides Research Support Guides LibKey BrowZine Journals LibKey Nomad: Browser Extensions LibKey.io: Customized DOI Search, NWU Resources, A-Rules (General Academic Rules) Manual for Higher Degrees Studies MS Word Postgraduate Template NWU Language Directorate: style guidehttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-commons-contact-us
Research Commons
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Contact Us, Each campus has a dedicated Research and Scholarly Communication Librarian available to support you throughout your research journey. Virtual our of the Mahikeng Library Virtual our of the Mahikeng Library 📍 Mahikeng Campus Mirenda Hlophe 📧 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2339 📅Schedule an Appointment Virtual our of the Potchefstroom Libraries Virtual our of…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-writing-publishing
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Writing Up and Publishing, The research process includes writing up your findings and publishing them. Researchers are increasingly encouraged or required to: Select relevant SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals): Aligning research with the SDGs helps demonstrate how research contributes to global sustainability goals. Please choose the correct license: Researchers are…, APC-Free and Discounted Publishing for NWU Authors, NWU LIS supports students and researchers in publishing articles in hybrid open-access journals , including Wiley Gold open-access journals, without paying Article Processing Charges (APCs). Choose the best journal for your article by following a few steps from the workflow to get it published . Authors who choose to publish in gold open-access…, Where You Publish Matters: Make it Count, Deciding where to publish your research articles is a critical decision that can impact visibility, audience reach, and career advancement. Choosing where to publish your articles involves careful consideration of various factors to maximise the impact and visibility of your research within the academic community: Consider field-specific journals…, Choosing the Best Journal for Your Article and Avoiding Predatory Journals, Selecting the right journal for your scholarly article is a critical step in ensuring your research reaches the appropriate audience and achieves maximum visibility. Choosing a reputable, accredited journal not only enhances your research impact but also safeguards the integrity and credibility of your work. Predatory journals, which often charge…, Steps to Select a Credible and Accredited Journal, Selecting the best journal for your article requires careful consideration. Use the Think, Check and Submit tool. Follow the steps from the workflow on getting published . Publish your article open access without paying Article Processing Charges (APCs) in hybrid open-access journals negotiated by NWU LIS. Search if the selected journal is in the…, Get Started with ORCID, ORCID is a free, unique, and persistent digital identifier that distinguishes individual researchers from one another. It helps ensure that your work, whether publications, datasets, peer reviews, or grants, is correctly attributed to you, even if you have a common name or change affiliations. Before registering for an ORCID ID, it is helpful to…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-literature-review
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Research Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Conducting a Literature Review, Literature Searches and Resources Conducting a successful literature search requires developing a search strategy, deciding on the relevant topic, and defining the research topic and scope. Finding information can be challenging, but valuable literature review resources are available for each faculty member. Search and collect the most relevant…, Databases, System and Tools Search across several databases . Or browse through the alphabetical list of databases or individual database search, i.e. Scopus (Elsevier). Find databases through LibGuides . Find databases through the Research LibGuides . Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Research…, Books, System and Tools Search WorldCat Discovery for books. Search for eBooks on our eBooks webpage . The LibGuides contain literature resources for each faculty. Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Training Material Video on how to search for library resources on WorldCat Discovery . LibKey…, Journal Articles, System and Tools Use keywords to find articles on your research topic. Search by article title . Search by DOI or PMID . Google Scholar Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Training Material Video on how to search for library resources on WorldCat Discovery . LibKey information video, Journals, System and Tools Find journals through LibGuides . Search for a specific journal title using the journal-title. Search for accredited journals for your articles. BrowZine Journals , listed by subject. Use the LibKey Nomad browser extension to connect to our library's content from the open web. Training Material BrowZine user tutorial LibKey…, Newspapers and Magazines, System and Tools PressReader A-Z list of newspapers and magazines Training Material PressReader, Theses and Dissertations, System and Tools Researchers can search Boloka for NWU Thesis/Dissertations , research output , and other resources . International ETD's through ProQuest: Dissertations & Theses Global Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (NDLTD) DADAD-R : Database of African Theses and Dissertations including Research DART - Europe Ethos (UK), Systematic Reviews, System and Tools Covidence Training Material Covidence Academy Covidence Academy [/accordion] Search Existing Research Data Research data repositories allow postgraduate students and researchers to search existing research data without creating or collecting data from scratch. These repositories serve as centralized platforms where researchers can…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-journal-publishing
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Journal Publishing, Open Journal System at NWU, The NWU Open Journal System NWU Open Access Journal is designed to support and enhance the work of academic journal editors, making the publishing process more efficient, transparent, and accessible. The platform supports the creation of open-access journals, providing flexibility regarding publication models. It allows for efficient hosting and…, Application to Host a Journal, The Application form to Host a Journal on the NWU Open Access Journal Platform is intended for NWU journal editors, academic departments, research units, and affiliated scholars who wish to have their scholarly journal hosted on the North-West University's Open Access Journals Platform. The purpose of this form is to ensure that all hosting…, Training Material, Read more about the NWU Open Journal System Read more about the NWU Open Access Journals List of NWU Journals List of NWU Journals Steps in setting up a journal in OJS Steps in setting up a journal in OJS Editorial workflow in OJS Editorial workflow in OJS Application to host a journal [/accordion]http://news.nwu.ac.za/zimbabwes-constitutional-amendments-stability-or-entrenchment
Zimbabwe’s constitutional amendments: Stability or entrenchment?
Feb 26, 2026 - By Adv. Mpho Justice Khoza Zimbabwe’s Cabinet has approved draft legislation proposing two major constitutional changes: extending the presidential term from five to seven years and replacing direct presidential elections with selection by Parliament. Framed as governance reforms, the proposals have triggered debate about democratic…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-data-management
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Research Data Management, Research data management ensures data is well-organised, accessible, and properly shared, enhancing collaboration, promoting transparency, and maximising the impact and reuse of research for societal benefit. UNESCO UNESCO advocates for making research data freely available to the public, which allows anyone to access, use, and share it, fostering…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-output
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Disseminating Research Output, The NWU Open Access and RDM (draft) policies regulate public access to NWU research outputs such as dissertations and theses by master's and doctoral students, journal articles, books and book chapters, conference proceedings, research data, and other research outputs. Systems and Tools Research output produced at NWU is accessible on Boloka . The…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-ethics
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Research Ethics, Applying for research ethics, including review and clearance, is conducted through various committees, and applicants are provided with comprehensive support and guidance. System and Tools The application process is done through the NWU Research Support office . Training material Guidelines and procedures Training and workshops Intellectual…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-referencing
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Referencing, Management and Plagiarism, Reference management helps researchers store literature review sources, share, annotate, read, write, cite/insert in-text references, as well as compile references or bibliographies. Systems and Tools Tools widely used in research writing include anti-plagiarism software like Turnitin and iThenticate . referencing tools and systems like EndNote…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-copyright
Research Support Services
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Copyright Services, Copyright is an exclusive legal right given to authors and creators to protect their original works. Systems and Tools There are copyright procedures and guidelines for the application, compliance, and use of copyrighted material. NWU Policies and Rules Research and Innovation and Intellectual Property (Policies and Rules) Intellectual Property…http://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-research-output-milestones
Research Output and Milestones
Feb 26, 2026 - Menu LIS Dashboard Management Code of Conduct Conferences/Symposiums Contact Info, Directions and Maps Hours Libraries and Spaces Research Output and Milestones Services by Entities and Sections Staff Directory For Library Staff, Library Research Output and Milestones, Advancing Scholarship, The LIS continued to support and encourage staff members to contribute to academic scholarship. Research & Publications LIS staff produced research outputs and publications that explore emerging trends in libraries, information literacy, and digital transformation. Conference Participation Staff shared best practices and innovative ideas at…, 2024: Research Output & Milestones, Special Issue South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS): Libraries and Artificial Intelligence Date of publication: 31 August 2024 Guest editors: Neli Tshabalala and Dr Mashilo Modiba Book: Examining Information Literacy in Academic Libraries Editors: Dr Sabelo Chizwina and Dr Mathew Moyo Date of publication: 9 April 2024…, 2025: Research Output & Milestones, Journal Articles Chizwina, S., Mashiyane, D., Ramabina, M., Mahlangu, L., Kenny-Manotwana, J. A. K., & Moyo, M. (2025). The use of "mother tongue" in information literacy instruction among the NEET youth at a South African township. South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science , 91(1), 1-10. Mabuya, L., Moloto, D., Ramabina, M. T…http://news.nwu.ac.za/budget-2026-stabilisation-slow-growth-economy