WSU embarks on R180m refurbishment
Eastern CapeWalter Sisulu University December 31, 2019
Walter Sisulu University is refurbishing teaching and learning facilities on all its four campuses to costs in excess of R180 million for building construction, ICT, residence and student infrastructure development. As the year 2019 comes to an end, the bulk of the projects have reached completion stage. At the... Read more
EC government approves oceans economy master plan
Eastern CapeNelson Mandela University December 18, 2019
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has approved the Oceans economy master plan, giving a green light for the implementation of this strategy estimated to inject R10.4 billion into the provincial economy and create about 33 785 jobs after the first five years of its implementation. Joint team included the... Read more
Prestigious Scholarship for two Mandela Uni law students #R2bP
Eastern CapeNelson Mandela University November 12, 2019
Mandela University final year Law student, Gamuchirai Mudehwe, and Master’s in Philosophy and Linguistics student, Luan Staphorst have been selected as part of the 54 exceptional young African leaders to join The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship class of 2020. More than 5 000 applications were received for 2020. The Mandela... Read more
Mechatronics students get exposed to manufacturing
Eastern CapeNelson Mandela University November 1, 2019
A key strategic objective of the Nelson Mandela University Isuzu Chair in Mechatronics is to provide assistance for manufacturing-related development and problem-solving at Isuzu, as well as at local automotive suppliers. Through research and innovation, the Chair in Mechatronics facilitates co-operation between industry and academia with the aim to... Read more
Belief a common thread in NMU’s Senekal success
AchieversAthleticsEastern CapeNelson Mandela University October 29, 2019
Belief in her own ability has played a major role in cementing Ischke Senekal’s status as one of South Africa’s finest field athletes. And it has been bolstered by a similar belief shown by those around her. This year, the Bestmed Madibaz Athletics Club star was again crowned national... Read more
Mandela University student fly the flag in Ghana
Eastern CapeNelson Mandela University August 13, 2019
Reasons to be Proud – #R2bP: Politics student, Wandile Msomi and Sociology student, Mosa Mdungase recently returned from Ghana where they represented South Africa and our university at the International Youth Diplomacy Conference hosted by the University of Ghana. Both were awarded certificates of Excellence by the IYDC for their... Read more
Four Rhodes University PhD Chemistry students were awarded the top position in the 2019 Hult Prize Challenge for their electronic and electrical waste management system. Team E-Smart, Nobuhle Ndebele, Lindokuhle Nene, Reitumetse Nkhahle and Gauta Matlou participated in the 2019 Hult Prize Regional Summit held at the Brookhouse International School... Read more
UFH is under administration
Eastern Cape April 26, 2019
The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Naledi Pandor, has appointed, with immediate effect, a respected scientist and former Vice Chancellor of Wits, Professor Loyiso Nongxa as the Administrator of the University of Fort Hare (UFH). The decision to appoint him follows a range of damning reports in... Read more
Blue flag training for beach stewards
Eastern Cape April 10, 2019
The Department of Tourism hosted a graduation ceremony to honour 18 women and 17 male beach stewards from the KwaZulu-Natal who participated in the Blue Flag Training Programme, at the Carousel Holiday Resort, Hibberdene, this morning. Officiated by Deputy Minister Elizabeth Thabethe, learners received certification in Environmental, Education, Training... Read more
The Breard Foundation, in partnership with the Ingquza Hill Local Municipality and Lusikisiki District Department of Education, recently held the fifth Heroes Week career expo. The expo was specifically aimed at high school learners. The event forms part of the ‘skilling the nation’ drive. The Heroes Week is celebrated... Read more
