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Nelson Mandela University leads gender transformation in academia

Despite strides in gender equality, only seven of South Africa's 26 universities are led bywomen, reflecting slow progress in addressing disparities in academic leadership.

News South Africa
Dominic Naidoo|Published

From drug addict to graduate, Liyabona Waka shares his journey of recovery to success

From weed, tik, meth and cocaine, this 22-year-old has been hooked on some highly addictive drugs, yet, he has endured, cleaned himself up and graduated from the Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha.

News Feel Good
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Nelson Mandela University appalled by loss of life in Palestine

Nelson Mandela University called for a ‘permanent pause’ in the conflict and for a commitment to upscaling humanitarian aid interventions in Gaza, where Israel continues its onslaught.

News World
IOL Reporter|Published

Shock as NMU student stabbed to death in residence

The incident happened at the university’s George Campus in the Western Cape on Tuesday just before 1pm.

Cape Times News
Zintle Mdaka|Published

How pollen can be a predictor to help inform us on future climate models

Researchers from UCT and Nelson Mandela University revealed how ancient and present-day pollen could help inform future climate models and conservation efforts to protect SA’s unique biomes.

Cape Argus News
Kristin Engel|Published

Call to walk the talk on transformation agenda

Gender Commission wants greater say in the selection of vice-chancellors

Sunday Independent News
Edwin Naidu|Published