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From NWU to Istanbul, Tshepiso Given Mabitsela is taking his leadership journey to the international stage.
The NWU law student has been selected to represent South Africa at the Istanbul International Model United Nations (IIMUN) in Turkey from 24 to 27 September 2026.
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The NWU Vanderbijlpark Campus hosted a Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Awareness Walk, bringing together students, staff, stakeholders and delegates from the Gauteng Provincial Government.
Break the cycle. Protect every life. Build safer communities.
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From NWU student to head of South Africa’s Special Investigating Unit.
Leonard Gaoretelelwe Lekgetho’s story reflects perseverance and commitment to public service. A journey that began at NWU and has taken him to the forefront of South Africa’s fight for accountability.
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NWU nuclear forensics expert Dr Tebogo Kupi recently contributed to the National Workshop on Radiological Crime Scene Management as an IAEA expert, delivering lectures and leading practical exercises.
Read here:brnw.ch/21x5WYb
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NWU’s Presence research team travelled to the Netherlands to exchange knowledge & explore how compassion, connection & attentive care strengthens nursing practice.
Across borders, one message remains clear: presence matters. 🔗 brnw.ch/21x5Ucy
#HeartbeatOfHealth #MyNWU
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From years of research to that unforgettable walk across the graduation stage, earning a PhD is a serious level-up.
Ready to make your own academic milestone a reality? PhD applications at NWU are open.
Level up here: brnw.ch/21x5TZz
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The YAEI x Absa North West Zenzele Youth Entrepreneurship Programme brought students, entrepreneurs & industry leaders to the NWU Potchefstroom Campus for conversations and opportunities.
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We welcomed US-based Fulbright Specialist Dr Maryalice “Ali” Mazzara for engagements focused on global partnerships, international research collaboration, and leadership development.
Read more here: brnw.ch/21x5RH6
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PhD candidate Dakalo Goitsilwe represented us at the 2026 Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education and Social Development in Nairobi, Kenya, presenting research on gender equality in traditionally male-dominated institutions.
Read here: brnw.ch/21x5PZC
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We celebrated what makes us different, what brings us together, and everything in between across our three campuses.
Every Goeie dag, every Dumela, every Hello was a reminder that there’s more than one way to say “welcome”.
#MyNWU #NWUCultureIntegrationDay
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At the NWU, Prof Leenta Grobler and fellow researchers are developing digital health solutions designed around real challenges from AI-enabled screening to remote monitoring & medicine stock management.
People-centred health innovation.💜
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Theology that Serves. Leads. Transforms.
Explore the NWU Faculty of Theology and discover where your knowledge, values and purpose can take you: brnw.ch/21x5J2A
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Tired, unfocused, feeling off?
For many young South African women it may be an iron deficiency but global guidelines don't always fit their lived reality.
NWU’s RAYON study is finding out what’s needed. 🔬
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🌱 Leave a legacy. Plant a tree.
NWU’s Vanderbijlpark Campus marked Arbor Day 2026 by planting indigenous trees as part of the Green Legacy Initiative, which aims to plant 65 trees across campus.
Plant today. Grow tomorrow. Leave a legacy. 🌳
#MyNWU #ArborDay #Sustainability
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It All Starts WITH YOU.
We’re grateful to corporate partners like Sunbet for showing #WeCare.
Through the Sunbet Cares Bursary initiative, around R3 million has been contributed in bursaries to NWU students.
💜 Make a difference today: brnw.ch/21x5BLO
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TODAY, IT ALL STARTS WITH YOU!💜
The NWU Purple Walk is happening across all 3 campuses today and we want YOU there!
Every step is a reminder that when we come together, we can create opportunities and make a difference in the lives of our students.
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No student is left behind. Join the staff, students, and alumni and friends of the NWU in changing lives. Our Convocation President calls on us to create opportunities for our students.
Support our We Care Bursary Fund today: brnw.ch/21x5A3T
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It All Starts WITH YOU. 💜
We celebrate Memory Smit and the many NWU staff members supporting students through monthly pledges to the We Care Bursary Fund.
Your gift can help give a student their start.
Make a difference today: brnw.ch/21x5yVo
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Meet Kyre Rooy, a student whose dream was almost cut short by financial burdens. However, thanks to the NWU community's generosity, she was able to continue her journey. 💜
For this #NWUGivingWeek, help someone finish their academic journey by giving: brnw.ch/21x5yNc
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Research excellence worth celebrating!
Congratulations to Prof. Monray Williams and Soligah Solomons, recipients of the NRF Research Excellence Awards for their impactful work on HIV-1 subtype C and AI in South African journalism.
🔗 Read more: brnw.ch/21x5yjE
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