The University regularly issues media releases to help share information with key stakeholders.
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is delighted to announce that the De Beers Group has donated the Harry Oppenheimer House (HOH) building in Kimberley to the University following the relocation to Johannesburg in January 2023 of its Sightholder Sales business unit Read More …
The day has officially arrived! Our much-anticipated evening at the SPU South Campus Multipurpose Hall is here, and we’re thrilled to announce that the event is completely sold out! see image attached As we gather tonight to celebrate a ‘Decade Read More …
The renowned artist, Professor Zakes Mda, brings his exceptional talent and compelling artistry to the heart of Kimberley with his eagerly anticipated solo exhibition, “Always The Sun,” at the William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG). The exhibition, curated by WHAG’s Chief Read More …
On Sunday, 12 November 2023, Sol Plaatje University (SPU) hosted its third annual Vice-Chancellor’s Cycle Challenge at the SPU South Campus Sports Precinct. This year’s event was particularly significant as it coincided with the university’s decade-long celebrations, making this edition Read More …
In case you missed it, on Friday (27 October), our Dean of Student Affairs, Ms Nicole Morris, gave a compelling interview on OFM discussing the significance of Mental Health Awareness Month and Sol Plaatje University’s robust strategy to promote student Read More …
In honour of Mental Health Awareness Month, Dean of Student Affairs, Ms Nicole Morris, has outlined SPU’s commitment to mental wellness through our Student Wellness Strategy: Healthy Mind, Healthy Body, Healthy Life (click here to read the article). Don’t miss Read More …
Institutions of higher learning are often seen as hubs of academic pursuit and personal development, but they are also places where the mental well-being of students should be prioritised. At Sol Plaatje University (SPU), we recognise the importance of Read More …
The Sol Plaatje Memorial Weekend, an annual event honouring Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje, was held on 6-7 October 2023. This year marked a milestone: a decade since the university’s establishment. Day One began with the renaming of the Luka Jantjie Courtyard Read More …
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 …
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 …