Our Gemmies play at home this Friday night, 20 February, following a demanding start to the 2026 FNB Varsity Shield tournament. In the season opener, FNB UKZN struck early to take a 5 – 0 lead before FNB SPU responded Read More …
Following an urgent request by the Student Representative Council (SRC), the University Management met with the SRC on Monday, 16 February 2026, to address matters relating to student financial appeals, allowances, and the resumption of academic activities following student protests Read More …
As SPU prepares to face the University of KwaZulu Natal in their opening FNB Varsity Shield 2026 fixture, captain Jan Potgieter steps into the new campaign carrying both experience and history. Last season marked SPU’s debut in the Varsity Shield Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) invites the Kimberley community, families, staff and students to join the SPU Community Big Walk on Saturday, 28 February 2026. This family-centred experience promotes wellness, dignity and a strong sense of belonging. For students, especially our Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) formally marked the start of the FNB Varsity Shield Rugby 2026 season with a jersey handover and institutional send-off for the SPU Varsity Shield Rugby Team on Saturday, 7 February. Held following the Vice-Chancellor’s Official Welcome Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) formally welcomed its first-time entering students for the 2026 academic year on Saturday, 7 February, at the Vice-Chancellor’s Official Welcome Ceremony held in the SPU Great Hall, alongside the university’s senior executive leadership. Addressing students, parents Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) will officially welcome the Class of 2026, comprising more than 2 200 first-year students, at the Vice-Chancellor’s Welcome Ceremony for first-time entering students, marking the formal commencement of the 2026 academic year. The ceremony constitutes the Read More …
Sol Plaatje University has announced the appointment of Thebe Ikalafeng as its next Chancellor, with effect from 16 January 2026. The appointment, confirmed by the University Council, is for a five-year term in accordance with the University Statute. Announcing the Read More …
Esteemed colleagues, dedicated staff, current and aspiring students of Sol Plaatje University, welcome. It is with immense gratitude that I take the opportunity today as the new Vice-Chancellor and Principal, at the dawn of both my term and a promising Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) hosted the Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence and Long Service Awards on Monday, 8 December, honouring staff whose exceptional work, dedication and achievements give living expression to the University’s mission. Their contributions uphold SPU’s commitment to delivering high quality Read More …