“Leadership That Listens, Learns, and Leads”: Meet Musa Bizani, Champion of Community and Sustainability at NWU

When Musa Bizani steps into a room, it’s not just with intention – it’s with impact. As NWU’s SRC Community and Stakeholder Engagement Officer and a 2025 Siyaphumelela Scholar, Musa strives for a kind of leadership that is as collaborative as it is courageous. 

Whether he’s…

Did You Know? Dance is a sport at NWU!

Think sport and your mind probably jumps to football, athletics or rugby, right? But at North-West University, sport wears glitter, moves to a beat, and knows how to dip, spin and win. Yes. NWU has Dance Sport. Not just for fun. Not…

3 Cities, 1 NWU: Why each North-West University campus is a vibe of it’s own!

There’s something magical about being part of the NWU, not just because we wear purple with pride, but because our university is made up of three diverse, vibrant campuses that each bring their own energy, culture, and flavour to student life. So, whether you’re chilling in Mahikeng, vibing in Vanderbijlpark, or…

The NWU Experience: More Than Just Books

When people think of university, they often picture lecture halls and textbooks. But at North-West University, student life is so much more than academics. Whether you're on the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom, or Vanderbijlpark campus, life as an NWU…

Academic Pressure Is Real: Let’s Talk Burnout

Let’s be real: university is no joke. Between lectures, assignments, group chats that turn into ghost towns right before deadlines, and the pressure to keep your GPA (and social life) alive. It’s a lot.  

Exams Are Over: Here’s How to Recharge During Recess

You’ve made it through late-night study sessions, too much instant coffee, and more eFundi slides than you ever want to see again. And now? Recess is around the corner. Whether you still have one last exam to write or you’ve already slammed your laptop shut with relief… this is your sign to breathe.

Recess isn’t just about resting, it…

The Most Instagrammable Locations at NWU Potchefstroom & Vanderbijlpark Campuses

North-West University isn’t just a place for academic excellence; it’s a visual storybook of your varsity journey. From your first day on campus to graduation and all the golden hour strolls in between, NWU is packed with photo-worthy gems that turn everyday moments into lasting memories.

How to Be an Academic Warrior During Exams: NWU Edition

For the days when your notes don’t make sense, semester mark is threatening that degree and the pressure has gotten worser!  

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Best Chilling Spots on the Mahikeng Campus

Because sometimes you just need a good place to breathe… 

Let’s be real, varsity life isn’t just about lectures, deadlines, and group…

The Print is Back: Wapad’s Big Return to Pages You Can Hold

It’s mid-morning on Potchefstroom Campus. The student centre buzzes with life – backpacks thud, laughter echoes across the amphitheatre, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee drifts from the cafés. But just off to the side, something else is stirring. Something exciting.