Watch | Celebrating our graduates and their families in Bloemfontein Unisa Chancellor Dr Thabo Mbeki graced the graduation ceremony in Bloemfontein, joining graduates and their families in celebrating this important milestone. Graduation is a moment of pride and joy, made even more meaningful by the families who stand behind our graduates. Their love, encouragement, and unwavering support play an important role in the journey towards academic success. At Unisa, we celebrate our graduates’ achievements and honour the families who have supported them every step of the way. #2026UnisaSpringGrads | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CircleOfExcellence

The University of South Africa congratulates Professor Marcia Mkansi and Professor Malik Maaza on receiving the prestigious 2025/2026 NSTF-South32 Awards, South Africa's highest recognition for excellence in science, engineering, technology and innovation. Professor Marcia Mkansi, Head: Research and Innovation in the College of Economic and Management Sciences, was recognised for advancing impactful societal research and championing human capital development. Professor Malik Maaza, Unisa Distinguished Professor and UNESCO-Unisa Africa Chair in Nanosciences and Nanotechnology, in the College of Graduate Studies, was recognised for pioneering the multidisciplinary field of nanosciences and nanotechnologies in Africa. These accolades affirm Unisa's commitment to research excellence, innovation and engaged scholarship that address societal challenges, advance scientific discovery and contribute to Africa's sustainable development. #Unisa150andBeyond #UnisaResearch #UnisaRandI

🎓 Unisa is now South Africa's leading producer of research doctoral graduates. Unisa has achieved 1st position nationally for Research Doctoral Graduate Outputs, moving up from 3rd place in 2023. Doctoral graduate outputs increased from 366 to 440 in the latest DHET report, confirming the university's growing contribution to research excellence and societal transformation. This achievement reflects Unisa's commitment to developing scholars whose research addresses complex national, continental and global challenges. As we celebrate our winter graduation ceremonies and the achievement of 177 new PhD graduates, we are reminded that every doctoral graduate represents new knowledge, innovation and hope for Africa's future. Under the leadership of Prof Puleng @LenkaBula, Unisa continues to expand its impact through research that matters and graduates who change the world. Read more: ow.ly/UGtE50Z7cG7 #Unisa150andBeyond #UnisaShapingFutures

In her inaugural lecture, Prof Thea Visser from the university's College of Economic and Management Sciences called for a bold rethink of how small businesses are studied, urging researchers to move beyond outdated approaches and confront the realities shaping entrepreneurs in South Africa and beyond. ow.ly/h6uT50YWvLB #Unisa150andBeyond #UnisaCEMS

Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Puleng LenkaBula re-appointed for a second term. #Unisa150andBeyond

“We congratulate Unisa for its contribution to our country and we wish it well for the next 150 years. We stand with you, and the Auditor-General, will always be ready to collaborate with this august institution.” - Ms. T Maluleke, Auditor-General of SA #Unisa150YearsAndBeyond

By bringing together academics, students, researchers, government officials, and foreign missions, this event seeks to enhance IORA's visibility and cooperation among member states.

Unisa has a bold vision for the next 150 years and beyond - ow.ly/kmej50QE4GG

Unisa welcomes high court order interdicting Minister Nzimande from placing the University under administration