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Unisa Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng @LenkaBula, joined UCT Vice-Chancellor, Prof Moshabela, and University of Bristol Vice-Chancellor, Prof Evelyn Welch, at the signing of the African Charter partnership between the three universities. Prof LenkaBula said the partnership affirms that universities must serve society through transformative research that addresses societal challenges. She added that Unisa is committed to shaping Africa’s futures and that partnerships of this nature will inspire other institutions to pursue progressive collaborations across Africa and the world. #Unisa150andBeyond #UCT #Bristol

Watch tonight at 8pm as Prof Edith Phaswana explores African leadership, the struggle generation and the status quo in episode 88 of the MOYA Political Series. Watch here: piped.video/6CdSrD-rk0A #Unisa #AfricanLeadership #MOYA

Closing Remarks Ms Tshidi Nchabeleng, Stakeholder Management and Special Projects, reflects on the dialogue’s reminder that heritage is deeply human and rooted in our shared histories. She highlights the importance of celebrating Africa’s rich diversity, including our different languages, cultures, and backgrounds, while embracing opportunities to learn from and celebrate what connects us. #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates | #Unisa150andBeyond

The high-level panel on “South Africa’s Heritage as a Key Milestone: Institutions and Society” brings together Dr Mathole Motshekga, Ms Shoeshoe Qhu, Prof Nokuthula Hlabangane and Mr Amos Mulaudzi, facilitated by Ms Mosidi Mokgele. Dr Mathole Motshekga highlights the contributions of African, Egyptian, Ethiopian and Nubian civilisations to knowledge, culture and human development, challenging narrow understandings of civilisation. Ms Shoeshoe Qhu emphasises the importance of diverse storytelling and representation, asking whose stories are told, whose voices are missing, and how media can help society better understand its diverse heritage. Prof Nokuthula Hlabangane reflects on the need to “learn to unlearn, so that I can relearn,” encouraging a critical examination of inherited knowledge and greater recognition of overlooked knowledge systems. Mr Amos Mulaudzi highlights the need to transform South Africa’s heritage landscape by reconnecting communities with oral traditions, storytelling and indigenous knowledge, while critically contextualising historical narratives for today's society. #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates| #Unisa150andBeyond

Mr Michael Currin says Heritage Day reminds us that South Africa’s diversity should not divide us, but serve as a foundation for unity, social cohesion and nation-building. He emphasises the importance of honouring the histories, languages, traditions and living heritage of all communities in a democratic South Africa. @GCIS #GCISUnisaDialogue | #SouthAfricasHeritage | #Unisa150andBeyond

Mr Michael Currin explains that 24 September emerged from South Africa’s constitutional-making process and became a national holiday with broader significance in democratic South Africa. He notes the day’s historical association with King Shaka and the Zulu nation, while highlighting how Heritage Day has evolved to contribute to a broader national story and identity. #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates| #Unisa150andBeyond

Mr Michael Currin, Deputy Director-General: Intergovernmental Coordination and Stakeholder Management at GCIS, says that as Heritage Month draws to a close, the dialogue offers an opportunity to reflect on how government, institutions, communities, and citizens can preserve and celebrate our history while using heritage to promote social cohesion and national unity. He emphasises that South Africans are “in this boat called South Africa together”, with a shared responsibility to shape a future grounded in pride, understanding and unity. #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates| #Unisa150andBeyond

Ms @NolwaziMwabi says universities must go beyond preserving knowledge by asking what has been excluded from the archive, which traditions have been marginalised, and how knowledge can be returned to society to advance dignity and understanding. She highlights the significance of the GCIS–Unisa partnership, with today marking the inaugural dialogue in a planned monthly series. #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates| #Unisa150andBeyond

Ms @NolwaziMwabi reflects on how histories endure through oral traditions, language, music, ritual, family memory, and indigenous knowledge systems. She asks: Whose history do our institutions preserve? Whose knowledge do our universities legitimise? Whose voices are carried by our media? “Universities should not exist only to host comfortable conversations.” #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates| #Unisa150andBeyond

Ms @NolwaziMwabi, Director: Communications, Marketing and Events at Unisa, highlights the university’s achievements, including moving to 2nd nationally in research output, up from 6th, following a 44.3% increase in publication output. In 2025, Unisa graduated more than 60,000 students and produced over 550 doctoral outputs. #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates| #Unisa150andBeyond

Ms Mosidi Mokgele of the National Press Club says heritage lives in our Constitution, indigenous knowledge, languages, land, songs, artefacts, struggles and the wisdom that shaped South Africa. She highlights Unisa’s role in educating generations, from nurses and teachers to activists, public servants and leaders, while remaining connected to the nation’s history and heritage. “Unisa was teaching the nation at a distance, but never at a distance from a nation’s soul.” #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates | #Unisa150andBeyond

Join GCIS and Unisa today for a thought-provoking dialogue on “South Africa’s Heritage as a Key Milestone: Institutions and Society.” Hear insights from Dr Mathole Motshekga, Ms Shoeshoe Qhu, Prof Nokuthula Hlabangane and Mr Amos Mulaudzi, with Ms Mosidi Mokgele facilitating the discussion. 📅 Today, Wednesday, 30 September 2026 🕙 10:00–13:00 📍 Senate Hall, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Building @GovernmentZA @unisa #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates |

What will it take for Africa to turn its resources, talent and ambition into jobs, dignity and lasting human development? Unisa's eighth Chief Albert Luthuli Research Chair Founders' Lecture placed governance and institutional quality at the centre of that question, examining how capable institutions and strategic state-led investment can turn potential into opportunity. ow.ly/xjui50ZSGBC #Unisa150andBeyond

Join GCIS and Unisa for their monthly dialogue on “South Africa’s heritage as a key milestone: institutions and society.” Hear perspectives from Dr Mathole Motshekga, Ms Shoeshoe Qhu, Prof Nokuthula Hlabangane and Mr Amos Mulaudzi. Ms Mosidi Mokgele will facilitate the discussion. 📅 Wednesday, 30 September 2026 🕙 10:00–13:00 📍 Senate Hall, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Building RSVP: ow.ly/5Os250ZSFJL @GovernmentZA | @unisa | #UnisaGCISDialogue | #GovZAUpdates

📚 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿/𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝘀? We have put together a step-by-step guide to help you prepare for the online examinations on myUnisa: ow.ly/q3jn50ZSC8p. You can also explore the training webinars and exam preparation resources: ow.ly/xBV950ZSC8k 🗓️ Download the October/November 2026 training schedule: ow.ly/CVwY50ZSC8l Take time to prepare, practice and get familiar with the online exam process before your exam date. #Unisa150andBeyond

Speaking at the 25th SAAPAM Annual Conference in Durban, Prof Puleng LenkaBula called for a transformed, professional and accountable public service that puts communities at the centre of development. ow.ly/4kS450ZSxKp #Unisa150andBeyond

A new partnership between Unisa and Canada's Carleton University will create opportunities for joint research, student and staff exchanges, expertise-sharing and collaboration in specialised areas. ow.ly/b5PR50ZSgFP #Unisa150andBeyond

Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor Prof Puleng LenkaBula officially opened the 25th SAAPAM Conference at the Durban ICC today. Speaking under the theme “Growth and Sustainability through Improved Governance: Reimagining Institutions, Leadership and Development in a Changing World,” she challenged delegates to move beyond identifying the challenges facing the public service and focus on practical solutions. In her keynote address, Prof LenkaBula commended SAAPAM for bringing practitioners and academics together to find better solutions for communities. She urged delegates to examine how state power is exercised for the benefit of society and highlighted three principles of a developmental state set out in the NDP 2030: a professional public service, a capable state and ethical governance. @Unisa150andBeyond #SAAPAM2026 #DurbanICC #NDP2030

Unisa has raised over R10 million towards its R50 million student debt relief campaign, with more than 553 students expected to benefit from this year’s fundraising drive. ow.ly/QhGu50ZSg3g #Unisa150andBeyond

After a decade of perseverance, Dr Nozuko Langa is set to graduate with a PhD, turning a deeply personal journey of overcoming barriers into a message of possibility, inclusion and academic excellence. ow.ly/nHY750ZQ7Wz #Unisa150andBeyond #UnisaCHS