From Village to Globe: Prof. Lionel Green-Thompson on Ubuntu and Social Accountability in Healthcare
"If we left our community health centres tomorrow, would the people actually be better off?" This was the challenging question posed by Professor Lionel Green-Thompson, Dean of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Faculty of Health Sciences, during his recent inaugural lecture, "From village to the globe: reflections on a journey in social accountability." Celebrating his ascent to full professor,...
Dr. Naledi Maponopono’s Research Exposes the Language Gap in SA Higher Education
While South Africa’s Constitution proudly champions 12 official languages, the reality within our lecture halls remains starkly different. Despite a national push for transformation, English continues to hold a near-monopoly on academic life, assessments, and institutional administration. In her recent PhD study, Dr. Naledi Maponopono—a senior academic developer and board member of the Pan South African Language Board—delves into this...
Global Recognition for Resilience Research: Prof. Linda Theron Conferred Honorary Doctorate by Utrecht University
In a significant milestone for South African academia, Professor Linda Theron from the University of Pretoria’s Department of Educational Psychology has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Utrecht University in the Netherlands. The prestigious degree, conferred during the university’s Dies Natalis celebration in March, recognizes Prof. Theron’s pioneering contributions to the field of human resilience. Shifting the Narrative on Resilience For...
UP Health Sciences Team Tackles Two Oceans Marathon to Support Students
This weekend, the finish line at the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon will represent more than just a personal athletic achievement for seven staff members from the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Health Sciences. On April 11 and 12, 2026, the team will tackle the 21 km and 56 km distances with a singular, mission-critical goal: raising vital funds...
From Nursing Frontline to Global Leader: The Transformative Journey of Prof. Isabel Coetzee-Prinsloo
Nursing is often called a "calling," and for Professor Isabel Coetzee-Prinsloo, it has been a lifelong pursuit of purpose, resilience, and global impact. Inspired by her mother—a hospital matron—Coetzee-Prinsloo has evolved from a student working hospital shifts during school holidays to a globally recognized expert in critical care nursing and scholarly research. A Legacy of Excellence Her dedication to the field...
Roots to Reach: Rethinking the 185-Year Intellectual Legacy of the Unisa Library
When does the life of an institution truly begin? Is it the moment the charter is signed, or does it start much earlier, in the quiet accumulation of knowledge? Professors Mpho Ngoepe and Lorette Jacobs recently explored this profound question, reframing the history of the Unisa Library and Information Services (LIS) not merely as a department, but as a...
Unisa and DIRCO Convene High-Level Dialogue on Middle East Geopolitics
As tensions across the Middle East continue to dominate the global discourse, the University of South Africa (Unisa), in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), hosted a critical roundtable on April 8, 2026. The dialogue, themed "International law, diplomacy, and multilateralism for peace in the context of war: Iran and the Middle East," brought together...
Innovation in Action: UJ’s Dr. Bonginkosi Thango Honored with Prestigious ECSA Award
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) continues to cement its position at the forefront of impactful, future-focused research. The latest accolade comes as Dr. Bonginkosi Thango, a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, was honored with the Emerging Engineering Practitioner Award at the 2026 ECSA Engineering Industry Awards. Redefining the Engineering Discipline Presented on March 26 at the...
Naturena Bound? Sead Ramovic Linked to Amakhosi Amid Algerian Turmoil
The coaching carousel at Naturena is spinning once again. Reports emerging from Algeria suggest that Sead Ramovic may soon be a free agent, reigniting long-standing rumors linking the former TS Galaxy tactician to Kaizer Chiefs. Turbulence at CR Belouizdad Despite a commendable run in the CAF Confederation Cup, Ramovic’s tenure at Algerian giants CR Belouizdad appears to be hitting a breaking...
Amakhosi on a Roll: Chiefs Eye Fourth Consecutive Win Against TS Galaxy
The momentum at Naturena is undeniable. Fresh off a gritty comeback victory against Orbit College, Kaizer Chiefs are setting their sights on a fourth straight league win as they prepare to host TS Galaxy this Sunday. Keeping the Winning Streak Alive Amakhosi have found their rhythm, securing three consecutive victories over Durban City, Magesi, and Orbit College. This recent run of...
