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Mandela Week 2026 - Taking a Stand Against GBV, Substance Abuse and Poverty – Building Unity

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Nelson Mandela University, through the Hubs of Convergence, is proud to announce Mandela Week 2026, which will be commemorated from 14 to 17 July 2026 under the theme: “Taking a Stand Against GBV, Substance Abuse and Poverty – Building Unity Through Action.”

Political Responsibility and Solidarity: 1976 Lessons to Ameliorate Youth Unemployment

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Milan Kundera wrote: “The struggle of man against power is the struggle of memory against forgetting.” The novelist's claim is important on two fronts: first, commemorating historic events like 16 June 1976, prevents regimes from erasing their crimes; second, it serves as an inspiration for current generations.

Universities from Germany, SA and Tanzania explore support of Sustainable Development Goals

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg (Germany), in partnership with Nelson Mandela University (South Africa) and the University of Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), recently hosted a symposium titled Higher Education Engagement Work in Support of the Sustainable Development Goals: Comparative Perspectives from South Africa, Tanzania and Germany in Oldenburg, Lower Saxony, Germany.

Mandela University hosts international forum on sustainable futures

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

As communities worldwide grapple with climate change, resource scarcity, waste, and growing demands for food, water, energy and jobs, the need for innovative approaches to sustainable development has become increasingly urgent.

Mandela University’s Prof Janine Adams one of 29 experts contributing to the Starfish Barometer 2026

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Through her expertise in the protection and restoration of coastal ecosystems Nelson Mandela University’s Professor Janine Adams has contributed to the Starfish Barometer 2026.

Meet the invisible force behind tomorrow’s volleyball champions

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Even in her absence, the inspirational figure of Irene Phiri looms large behind the Madibaz volleyball team’s challenge at the Ussa championships in Gqeberha this week.

From Paris Fashion Week to modelling for the University

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Fom Paris Fashion Week to the launch of Nelson Mandela University’s official brand store, student siblings Leighton and Braylon Gallant were the perfect ambassadors for the University’s new range of apparel and merchandise.

Hubs of Convergences host Learner Incubation Programme with Westville High learners

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Bridging the gap between secondary and tertiary education, Mandela University’s Hubs of Convergence recently provided 30 Grade 11 learners from Westville High School with first-hand exposure to a variety of career pathways, while showcasing the diverse opportunities available at the University.

How fashion design is helping make invisible women's health conditions visible

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Can clothing tell the story of a condition that leaves no visible scars but profoundly shapes the lives of millions of women?

Mandela academic appointed research advisor at University of Oldenburg #R2bP

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Reasons to be Proud - #R2bP: Director of the Centre for Community Technologies at Nelson Mandela University, Professor Darelle van Greunen, has been appointed Research Advisor for International Networking at the University of Oldenburg, Germany.