On 28 February 2026, South Campus Precinct became a gathering point for the SPU community as students, staff and members of the community came together for Sol Plaatje University’s 4th annual Community Big Walk. The event reflected a shared commitment Read More …
The 2025 Vice-Chancellor’s Cycle Challenge was a movement of purpose that brought together spirits and wheels for a cause that reached far beyond the finish line. Every kilometre covered this past Saturday, 8 November 2025, represented hope, opportunity and the Read More …
On 31 July 2024, SPU’s Employee Wellness Office, in partnership with the Sol Plaatje Local Municipality and Interact at the Northern Cape High School Rotary Club, handed over essential items including adult nappies, blankets, pillows, pillowcases, and fitted sheets to Read More …
Step into the spirit of community and camaraderie – Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is thrilled to announce that entries for our second annual Community Big Walk are now open! Lace-up for a day filled with fun, fitness, and family-friendly festivities. Read More …
Get ready for Sol Plaatje University‘s second annual Community Big Walk, set to return bigger, better, and more spectacular than ever before! Building on the lessons learned from last year’s event, we’re thrilled to announce a significantly enhanced and seamless Read More …
More than 800 walkers, a mix of community members, Sol Plaatje University (SPU) staff and students, made history in Kimberley when they turned out in force for SPU’s inaugural Community Big Walk on 22 July 2023. Braving the chill of Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is delighted to have hosted learners of the Talent Pipeline Programme (TPP) for the mid-year TPP programme. Run under the auspices of the University Vice-Chancellor’s office, the TPP began its 2023 mid-year sessions on 29 June, Read More …
Nelson Mandela Day, observed annually on 18 July, calls for people worldwide to spark transformation and inspire positive change in their communities. As our commitment to societal betterment and community well-being, Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is also participating in Mandela Day 2023. The SPU Employee Wellness Office, Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Andrew Crouch hosted the prestigious annual Vice Chancellor’s Awards on 9 December 2022 at the Multipurpose Community Hall, South Campus. The second Vice-Chancellor’s Awards recognised and rewarded excellence in the SPU community, Read More …
