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Category: Media releases

The University regularly issues media releases to help share information with key stakeholders.

SPU response to Student Representative Council

August 7, 2023August 7, 2023 Mosima Mehlape

The Senior Management Team (SMT) met this morning to discuss issues raised by the Student Representative Council (SRC) in their statement released on 6 August 2023. The SMT responds to the SRC statement as follows: During July 2023, the NSFAS Read More …

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South Africa’s youth at a crossroads: A call for transformation and a beacon of hope from Higher Education

June 16, 2023June 19, 2023 Persome Oliphant

The continuous issues that South African young people confront today are deeply concerning. The country is a patchwork of colourful cultures, rich history, and amazing potential, yet our young people’s advancement is hampered by obstacles. From unprecedented high employment rates Read More …

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Unfolding the canvas of higher education: unpacking the 2023 budget vote for Higher Education, Science, and Innovation

June 6, 2023June 7, 2023 Persome Oliphant

After the Honourable Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation (DHET), Dr Blade Nzimande’s speech during the Department of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation’s 2023 Budget Vote, the Higher Education (HE) sector is presented with both exciting opportunities and challenging Read More …

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SPU’s 8th graduation celebrates graduates and a Masters’ milestone

May 8, 2023May 8, 2023 Persome Oliphant

Graduation day is a significant event, marking the culmination of years of effort and commitment. On 6 May 2023, joyful celebrations took place at Sol Plaatje University’s 8th Graduation Ceremony, held at Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre, with proud graduates and Read More …

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Embracing inclusivity: Sign Language now the 12th official language in SA

May 5, 2023May 5, 2023 Persome Oliphant

Prof. Percy Sepeng Thursday, 04 May 2023. The National Assembly of South Africa has recognised and approved The South African Sign Language (SASL), making a total of 12 official languages in the country. This historic shift is a victory for Read More …

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SPU statement on alleged student assault

April 24, 2023April 25, 2023 Persome Oliphant

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is aware of an incident that took place on Friday, 21 April 2023 involving two of its students. It is alleged that a fourth-year male student assaulted a first-year female student at a residence on campus. Read More …

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SPU recognised globally for a decade of ITS management system success

April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 Kealeboga Sibiya

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) proudly sent ten of its staff members to represent the institution at the prestigious annual ITS Integrated User Group (ITSIUG) Conference, held in Windhoek, Namibia, from 13 to 15 March 2023. The ITS Integrator System is Read More …

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Half a million reasons to celebrate: SPU Football scores big with Premier’s support

April 6, 2023April 6, 2023 Persome Oliphant

The Sol Plaatje University (SPU) football teams received a game changing R500 000 donation from the Northern Cape Provincial Government, courtesy of Premier Dr Zamani Saul. The generous handover took place on Wednesday, 5 April 2023 at the newly inaugurated Read More …

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A unique sporting hub emerges in the heart of the Northern Cape: SPU Sport Precinct officially inaugurated

March 27, 2023March 29, 2023 Persome Oliphant

Image: National Lotteries Commission (NLC) Commissioner Ms Jodi Scholtz and SPU Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof. Andrew Crouch, at the unveiling of the plaque. In the heart of Kimberley, a unique facility has taken shape – a first of its kind in the Northern Read More …

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Large Donation to SPU’s Student Representative Council

February 16, 2023March 27, 2023 Mosima Mehlape

The Motsepe Foundation, in their commitment to support students in higher education, donated R1 million to the Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Student Representative Council (SRC). This donation is made to assist the SRC to carry out programmes that will alleviate Read More …

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