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Category: News

Sol Plaatje University plays an active role across many of its spheres and shares these developments regularly with interested role players. You can keep up-to-date via our website, and social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.  

SPU Hosts Sports Day for Persons with Disabilities to Commemorate International Day of University Sports

September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Tsholofelo Lekwene

In a heartfelt and impactful event, Sol Plaatje University (SPU) celebrated the International Day of University Sport (IDUS) by placing a spotlight on the often-overlooked challenges faced by disabled athletes. Organised by SPU Sports in partnership with University Sports of Read More …

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A born leader and natural pilot: The Sailor Malan Memorial Lecture

September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Persome Oliphant

Commemorating the 60th anniversary of Sailor Malan’s passing, the McGregor Museum hosted a memorial lecture on 16 September 2023 at Sol Plaatje University (SPU). Dr Yvonne Malan delivered an impactful speech, “I Fear No Man”, shedding light on the life Read More …

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Celebrating a decade of excellence with a vibrant and joyful run

September 19, 2023September 20, 2023 Vuyiswa Mpata

On the early morning of 16 September 2023, Sol Plaatje University (SPU) staged its annual Birthday Colour Run at Windhoek Draught Park Stadium. This year’s event was particularly special as it forms part of SPU’s series of celebratory activities marking Read More …

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Annual Student Leadership Excellence Awards 2023

September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 Mosima Mehlape

Get ready for the annual Student Leadership Excellence Awards 2023, hosted by the Division of Student Affairs at Sol Plaatje University.  We extend a warm invitation to all students to participate in nominating themselves or their peers for these prestigious Read More …

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SPU hosts inaugural International Language Conference

September 14, 2023September 20, 2023 Vuyiswa Mpata

Sol Plaatje University’s (SPU’s) Language and Communication department in the School of Humanities rolled out the red carpet for its inaugural SPU International Language Conference. Running from 6 to 8 September 2023, the conference was housed in the SPU Central Read More …

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Sailor Malan Memorial Lecture: Honouring 60 years of a Remarkable Legacy

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 Persome Oliphant

In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the passing of Sailor Malan, SPU’s School of Humanities invites you to celebrate the life and legacy of this extraordinary individual. The lecture titled “I Fear No Man”, delivered by Dr Yvonne Malan, Read More …

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Unveiling the catalysts of change: SPU SRC Elections 2023/24

September 13, 2023September 14, 2023 Mosima Mehlape

The clock is ticking as the nomination and voting dates for the 2023/24 SPU SRC and Commuter Students Council Elections draw near. This year, we’re excited to introduce some game-changing elements to the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) and a brand-new Read More …

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Get ready for the USSA 7s 2023 event hosted by Sol Plaatje University

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 Mosima Mehlape

The USSA 7s is back on home ground! Registration and the Opening Ceremony kick off on Friday, 22 September followed by non-stop rugby action on Saturday with the finals being contested on Sunday, 24 September. The matches will be played Read More …

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SPU to welcome respected sport experts at High-Performance Sport Symposium

September 12, 2023September 20, 2023 Lerato Tyuthulo

SPU Sport in partnership with the Northern Cape Authority and the Northern Cape Department: Sports, Arts, and Culture, are set to host a High-Performance Sport Symposium. Sports experts will present key learnings on the importance of integrating health and high-performance Read More …

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CAHAU’s Green Ambassadors launch #MySPUTree Campaign

September 8, 2023September 13, 2023 Lerato Tyuthulo

September is a month when South Africans are encouraged to plant a tree annually in commemoration of National Arbor Month. As part of the SPU Campus Housing and Accommodation Unit’s (CAHAU) Environmental Sustainability project, tomorrow, 9 September, CAHAU’s Green Ambassadors Read More …

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