The University has close on 2,000 students who are involved in a range of academic, social, community and sports activities.
On 17 July 2024, Sol Plaatje University‘s (SPU) Research Office, in collaboration with the Student Life and Development Unit, hosted a dynamic public lecture attended by SPU students, staff, and high school learners from Vuyolwethu Secondary School, Technical High School Read More …
Ms Omphile Bertha Taele, will join an elite group of students who are recipients of the prestigious Abe Bailey Trust and Travel Bursary. The Travel Bursaries are awarded annually and cover the cost of an all-expenses-paid 3-week educational tour of Read More …
Sol Plaatje University’s (SPU) ‘Gemmie Fire’ burned brightly as the varsity rugby team showcased their prowess, triumphing over Durban University of Technology (DUT) with an impressive 59-5 score in the commanding final of the University Sports South Africa (USSA) tournament Read More …
SPU’s Accredited Off-Campus Accommodation Office (AOCA) hosted a successful community outreach event on 5 July 2024. The initiative brought together the AOCA House Committee, the Health and Wellness Centre, Career Services, SPU Sport, and student volunteers to support local residents Read More …
Image: Supplied Kimberley’s own Nosipho Khumari, a student at Sol Plaatje University, has been selected to represent South Africa at the upcoming Confederation of Universities and Colleges Sports Association (CUCSA) Region V Games. The highly anticipated football tournament is set Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) proudly leads as a digitally empowered university, pioneering undergraduate data science education, boasting a comprehensive digital library, and striving to be a digitally enhanced using digital technologies to augment the University’s operations, academic delivery, and research Read More …
The Sol Plaatje University (SPU) in Kimberley in the Northern Cape has given many young people from the fringes of society a lifeline to access higher education. It is a beacon for students from all over the country. Many of Read More …
As Sol Plaatje University (SPU) continues to pioneer digital advancements, we are immensely proud of the strides made by our Geekulcha Student Society (GKSS) members who rocked the stage for the second consecutive year at the ITWeb Security Summit 2024 Read More …
Students at Sol Plaatje University embarked upon protest action this morning against the new, fully outsourced catering model which came into effect on 15 April 2024. The protest which began peacefully, became violent and the SAPS had to intervene. Staff Read More …
The Sol Plaatje University‘s (SPU) Rugby teams impressed spectators with their dynamic performances, earning commanding victories in recent matches on Saturday, 27 April 2024. The dedication and spirit of our Gemmies was evident as the 2nd team secured a strong Read More …