Annual Research Report 2020

2 A publication of the Sol Plaatje University Research Office Work team: Takatso Semenya, Anthea Poss, Tshepo Pule, and Monica Boland. Special acknowledgement to Tshegohatso Chifokoyo who formed part of the work team as a volunteer. Vision & Mission SPU Strategic Goals Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 To become research active in prioritised niches within a supportive institutional environment and culture To deepen the academic programme and its orientation to quality teaching and learning To facilitate the development of a digitally empowered university To establish the foundations for the long-term sustainability of Sol Plaatje University To develop community engagement as a scholarly activity vision mission To become an institution of higher learning uniquely positioned to graduate competent citizens capable of realising the aspirations of society; produce new knowledge impacting on the key challenges of the region; and engage critically with communities of discourse and communities of people in order to search out pathways to equitable development A university critically engaged in learning, research and development – while enhancing democratic practice and social justice in society