Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies: Hlakaniphile’s Leadership Journey at NWU

At North-West University, leadership is not just about holding a title. It's about breaking boundaries and paving the way for others. We sat down with Hlakaniphile Mdladla, the first female SCC Chairperson at the Vanderbijlpark Campus, to…

Zoe Idemudia: Blending Brilliance, Creativity, and Confidence in STEM

Zoe Aidomo Idemudia is proof that young women can excel in any space they choose. Graduating at the top of her class with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics and an impressive 29 distinctions out of 31 modules, she has already set the bar high for academic…

Prescribed for Greatness: Idelette’s NWU Chapter and Pharmacy Dreams

What does it take to chase a lifelong curiosity about the human body and turn it into a calling? For Idelette, it meant diving deep into one of South Africa’s best pharmacy programs at NWU, soaking up friendships in res, and learning life lessons that went far beyond textbooks. From the surprise of TAX forms during…

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Double major in Physics and Computer Science? That’s not a degree, that’s a superpower! Tshepo Sikwa took on two of the most intense fields at NWU and lived to tell the tale. Now, he’s solving real-world tech problems as an IT trainee, from untangling printer issues to configuring…

Glowing with Purpose: Precious Thutloa’s Rise in Nuclear Science

What do you get when you mix nuclear physics, multi-physics simulations, student leadership, and the perfect pageant wave? You get Precious Thutloa, a brilliant blend of brain and beauty, numbers and nuance. She’s a Junior Nuclear Engineer who spends her days optimising reactor designs and her evenings proving that STEM girls can strut too.…

From Cameroon to Greatness: Reddel Duh’s Journey to Becoming a Global Game-Changer

When your dreams are bigger than your circumstances, the boldest thing you can do is bet on yourself, and that’s exactly what Reddel Precious Duh did. Hailing from Cameroon, where opportunities were often limited and the future uncertain, Reddel refused to let geography define his…

How Curiosity Led Ms Felicity Nthatisi to NWU: A Journey in Chemical Engineering

In the heart of the School of Chemical and Mineral Engineering at North-West University (NWU), a powerful story of perseverance, passion, and purpose is unfolding. Ms Felicity Nthatisi, a lecturer and PhD candidate, is not only shaping the future…

19 Distinctions, 5 Sports, One Unstoppable Graduate!

Some stories spark curiosity, others ignite ambition, but every so often, one comes along that does both and leaves you cheering for more. Meet an NWU graduate whose path is anything but ordinary: from questioning the world in…

Life After NWU: What It's Really Like Being a Nurse in South Africa from NWU

From the lecture halls of North-West University (NWU) to the frontlines of healthcare, Nadine Gwisai has carved out a fulfilling and impactful nursing career. As a proud NWU nursing alumnus, Nadine credits both her family legacy and the hands-on education…

Two Degrees, One Home: Khutso Mamabolo’s NWU Story

From her BSc Honours in Animal Science to a soon-to-be awarded MSc (with distinction), Khutso Mamabolo has spent years growing, learning, and achieving at North-West University’s Mahikeng Campus. In this interview, she shares the heart of her academic journey and why NWU will always feel like home.

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