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Mandela University’s Dr Welcome Kupangwa rated as NRF Y2 Researcher

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Postdoctoral research fellow at Mandela University Dr Welcome Kupangwa has secured a National Research Foundation (NRF) Y2 rating as a first-time applicant.

Mandela University Choirs and Brass Ensemble take centre stage at Skål International World Congress

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Mandela University’s Choir, the Le Strada Chorale and the University’s Brass Ensemble, as well as the Eastern Province Youth Choir welcomed delegates at the recent opening ceremony of the Skål International World Congress 2026.

New book explores the lasting impact of South Africa’s unresolved land claims

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The Department of History and Political Studies recently hosted the launch of Angela Mias’ book, Are We Not Worthy – Yet the Soil Remembers.

Mechatronics student wins first place at SATNAC 2026 Industry Challenge #R2bP

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Reasons to be Proud - #R2bP: Master’s student in Mechatronics at Mandela University Vuyani Chipunza, has won the first place in the Openserve challenge at the SATNAC 2026 Industry Challenge with his innovation, NeedleMover AI.

Rethinking South Africa’s housing crisis: Building sustainable, resilient cities for all

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

On the eve of the United Nations World Cities Day on 31 October 2026, under the theme “Regenerating the city: Adequate housing for all”, Primarashni Gower speaks to Professor Sijekula Mbanga.