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Taking breast cancer awareness beyond the classroom.💗 NWU nursing students partnered with the North West Department of Health to educate women about breast health, recognising changes and seeking medical advice early. Discover more:🔗 brnw.ch/21x6pZj #MyNWU

Scholars from across Southern Africa gathered at our Vanderbijlpark campus to explore how Sesotho and other indigenous languages can grow in education, research, technology and innovation. Read here: brnw.ch/21x6mNl #MyNWU #IndigenousLanguages

NWU proudly celebrates alumnus Hendré Kachelhoffer, named South Africa’s top secondary school principal at the 2026 National Teaching Awards. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement and for making a difference in the lives of young people. #MyNWU #NWUAlumni

From NWU Mahikeng to the world stage! Nursing student Mecayla Johnson represented 🇿🇦 at the 48th WorldSkills competition in Shanghai after winning the national competition earlier this year. We’re proud of her journey and achievement!👏💜 🔗 brnw.ch/21x6kCO #MyNWU

NWU's Dr Moleboheng Mokhele has won the Education category at the 2026 Mail & Guardian Power of Women Awards. Her work is helping African children see themselves as future scientists & innovators. 🔗 brnw.ch/21x6iYR #MyNWU #WomenInSTEM

What would you say to the person you were when you first arrived at university? At our Vanderbijlpark Campus graduation, our graduates picked up the phone to share a message with their first-year selves. #MyNWU #NWUGrad2026

Keep it academic, people! 🙄 But we see it’s getting serious…so maybe it’s time to take this relationship to the next degree? 💜 Our postgraduate applications are still open! Apply here: Apply here: brnw.ch/21x6hXq #MyNWU

From discovering table tennis through a school window to winning 🥇 at the 2026 CUCSA Games! NWU Mahikeng’s Thamia Kganedi captained the USSA team to gold and won 🥈 in the women’s doubles. Now she’s chasing a spot in SA’s top 4. 🔗 brnw.ch/21x6hMZ #MyNWU #NWUSport

On 22 October 2026, the North-West University will confer an honorary doctorate on veteran broadcaster and media personality Tim Modise during a special ceremony at the NWU Mahikeng Campus. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6hBV #MyNWU

PhD student Lize van der Westhuizen has received the award for Best Oral Presentation by an Early-Career Researcher at the OEESC Conference in Manchester for her research into chemical exposure among petrol attendants. Read here: brnw.ch/21x6hqx #MyNWU

The NWU’s Vanderbijlpark Campus came alive today as graduates crossed the stage, marking the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance and determination. To every graduate, congratulations on this incredible achievement. #MyNWU

Should SA keep under-16s off social media? NWU’s Linique Hanekom says an age restriction could help, but it can’t stand alone. Online safety also depends on parents, schools, government & tech companies. Read more: 🔗 brnw.ch/21x6gm9 #MyNWU #Thoughtleadership

Share your research. Inspire impact. The NWU Postgraduate Annual Competitions celebrated Master’s & Doctoral research through 3MT®, Visualise Your Thesis and Poster Presentations. 👏 Congrats to all participants and to our 2026 winners! #MyNWU #PostgraduateResearch

Congratulations to Dr Annemarie Wentzel, one of only six recipients of the 2026 National Teaching Awards! The Physiology lecturer & researcher was recognised for her innovative, inclusive approach to teaching & student development. 🔗 brnw.ch/21x6anz #MyNWU #NUTA2026

🤖 Is the current AI panic justified? Prof. Anné Verhoef, director of NWU’s AI Hub, examines AI’s risks & benefits, and argues for regulation, safeguards & sustained human accountability as autonomous systems grow more capable. 🔗 brnw.ch/21x68gY #ThoughtLeadership #AI

Belgian student Sam Leysen came to NWU expecting international research experience, but gained more through personal growth, cross-cultural learning & contributing to a project improving women’s access to healthcare in underserved communities. Read more: brnw.ch/21x66SF

Hey Siri, how do I say “I’m a NWU postgraduate student next”? 👀🎓 Asking for… you! 😬 Applications are open. Apply today: brnw.ch/21x63XY #MyNWU

More than five decades on stage and screen. More than 120 productions. One extraordinary legacy. Last night, NWU celebrated the remarkable career of Dr Sandra Prinsloo. Here are some moments from the special occasion. #MyNWU

Last night, NWU conferred an honorary doctorate on acclaimed South African actress, director and cultural advocate Sandra Prinsloo at a special ceremony in Potchefstroom. Congratulations, Dr Sandra Prinsloo! #MyNWU