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HSRC partners with SPU for research programme

Latest news Mar 13, 2019

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) and SPU have...

University of Cape Town: Pioneering ‘new science’ in Masiphumelele

Research Feb 25, 2019

At the age of five, 20% of children in...

University of Cape Town: New award for urine recycling researcher

Archives Feb 22, 2019

Dr Dyllon Randall of the University of Cape Town’s...

Genetic blueprint for extraordinary wood-munching fungus from the Northern Cape

Archives Feb 19, 2019

A relatively unknown fungus, accidentally found growing on an...
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UWC prepares undergrad students for work

Achievers Western Cape Mar 1, 2019

Sandiswa Sidelo is a top academic achiever at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). To the outside world it appeared she had it all, but she was struggling. “I was depressed, lonely and stopped believing in myself because of my past failures. My vision was not clear because... Read more

Prof Emerita Hilary Janks: A life invested in language and literacy education

Achievers University of the Witwatersrand Feb 25, 2019

Multi-award winning Education Professor Emerita, Hilary Janks, reflects on language and power, and offers insight into the poor literacy levels in South Africa. Janks, has spent nearly 40 years teaching those who have the most impact on society – teachers. Her work in the field of language, literacy and... Read more

DUT Prof awarded the SANEA and the Energy Globe National Awards

Achievers Durban University of Technology Feb 25, 2019

The Durban University of Technology’s (DUT) Professor Ian Lazarus is a passionate energy driver who is no stranger to winning accolades both nationally and globally, and was recently awarded the SANEA (South African National Energy Award) and the Energy Globe National Award. He (Prof Lazarus) is the Head... Read more

UKZN Humanities Academic appointed on Panel of Experts on Transport

Achievers Archives University of KwaZulu-Natal Feb 22, 2019

Ms Londeka Ngubane, of the School of Applied Human Sciences, was recently appointed by the Minister of Transport Dr Blade Nzimande to serve on a Panel of Experts in relation to Transport that he will be launching soon. Said Nzimande, ‘I am pleased about the expertise Londeka brings to... Read more

UKZN Architecture students scoop awards in design competition

Achievers Archives University of KwaZulu-Natal Feb 21, 2019

Third year UKZN architecture students Ms Katelyn Gopaul and Mr Kreolin Naicker recently scooped first and second place at the inaugural D’Urban Rise Inner City School Architectural Competition winning R10 000 and R5 000 respectively at the Durban ICC. The competition was created by Women’s Property Network (WPN) with collaboration from... Read more

Two Rhodians named among most influential young South Africans

Achievers Archives Rhodes University Feb 21, 2019

Associate Head of Rhodes University’s Creative Writing Programme Dr Hleze Kunju, and alumna Lefatshe Moagi, have both been named as finalists for Avance Media’s prestigious 100 Most Influential Young South Africans in the Personal Development and Academia category. Done in partnership with 1000 African Voices and VIPI State (Avenva),... Read more

Dr Audrey Msimanga appointed SPU head of School of Education

Achievers Archives Sol Plaatje University Feb 21, 2019

Dr Audrey Msimanga has been appointed as the new Head of the SPU School of Education. She holds a PhD in Science Education from the University of the Witwatersrand as well as an MSc in Zoology; BSc Hons in Biological Science and a BSc in General Botany and Zoology. Her... Read more

SACDA appoints UKZN SAEF Dean as Vice-Chairperson

Achievers University of KwaZulu-Natal Feb 19, 2019

The Dean and Head of the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance in the College of Law and Management Studies, Professor Mabutho Sibanda, has been appointed as Vice-Chairperson of the South African Commerce Dean’s Association (SACDA). SACDA is a networking body that brings together deans of commerce from all... Read more

Top Free State matric achievers celebrated at Star of Stars Awards

Achievers University of the Free State Feb 19, 2019

The Star of Stars Awards is a spectacular annual event that recognises and celebrates excellence among Grade 12 learners from Quintile 1-3 schools in the Xhariep, Motheo and Lejweleputswa regions of the Free State province. The office of Student Recruitment Services held the award ceremony on 2 February 2019, at the... Read more

Future economists set to impress at Budget Speech

Achievers University of the Witwatersrand Feb 18, 2019

Winners of the Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech student competition will be announced next Wednesday after the Minister of Finance delivers the 2019 Budget. Five Wits students are among 10 finalists in the postgraduate category of the competition, which attracts entries from visionary economics students across the country.... Read more