MyPE

Community Business Directory, Event Listings, News and Views from Gqeberha, Nelson Mandela Bay

university

Mandela University Centenary Programme gets under way with colloquium and public lecture

By

Mandela University Centenary Programme gets under way with colloquium and public lecture: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” This famous Nelson Mandela quote is a powerful illustration of the immense value the global icon placed on education. It is this very statement by the former president, made in July 2003, that the Faculty of Education's colloquium on 19-20 July seeks to interrogate as a means to understand its contextual … [Read more...] about Mandela University Centenary Programme gets under way with colloquium and public lecture

Grahamstown in the news: Giyani Enters Into Research Collaboration With Rhodes University

By

Giyani Enters Into Research Collaboration With Rhodes University: As part of its research efforts, Giyani established a relationship with Professor Hari Tsikos, head of Postgraduate Research in Iron and Manganese Ore Resources (PRIMOR) at Rhodes University, Grahamst... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Farm for Sale in Grahamstown Central: A high carrying capacity grazing farm, ideal for the start-up cattle farmers or game breeder. This 92-hectare property is fully game fenced and has a neat … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Giyani Enters Into Research Collaboration With Rhodes University

Mandela University Centenary Celebrations rooted in academy

By

Mandela University Centenary Celebrations rooted in academy: The year 2018 is an important one as South Africa, and the world, celebrate 100 years of one of the 20th century’s most revered leaders, Nelson Mandela. The Mandela Centenary Year, as it has come to be known, will see heightened efforts to mark the life, times and legacy of a man who has dedicated the bulk of his life in service to the people, particularly the vulnerable and marginalised.  Source: News Latest News. … [Read more...] about Mandela University Centenary Celebrations rooted in academy

Mandela University hosts colloquium highlighting role of the Arts in ocean sciences

By

Mandela University hosts colloquium highlighting role of the Arts in ocean sciences: Through the ages, the sea has not only fascinated marine biologists but also poets, painters, filmmakers, thinkers and composers. Nelson Mandela University’s Faculty of Arts is hosting a colloquium, titled The Nautical Metaphors in the Arts, which is the first step taken by the faculty to bring together speakers from different disciplines to discuss a common theme related to the ocean sciences. Source: … [Read more...] about Mandela University hosts colloquium highlighting role of the Arts in ocean sciences

Mthatha news: Workers at Walter Sisulu University demand to be insourced

By

Workers at Walter Sisulu University demand to be insourced: Outsourced cleaners and security guards at Walter Sisulu University in Mthatha on Wednesday demanded that they be insourced. About 300 workers, including some student supporters, marched from Walter Sisulu University to the King Sabata Dalindyebo ... Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. South Africa: Ramaphosa Declares Special Official Funeral for Queen Mother of Amampondo: Queen Bongolethu, who was 56 years old, died at Mthatha's Life St … [Read more...] about Mthatha news: Workers at Walter Sisulu University demand to be insourced

Mandela University to launch public art piece on Africa Day

By

Mandela University to launch public art piece on Africa Day: Nelson Mandela University is gearing up to launch its second public art piece in honour of Tat’ uMadiba and his values on education, that is symbolic of the journey and trajectory that the recently renamed institution is taking, on Africa Day on Friday. Source: News Latest News. … [Read more...] about Mandela University to launch public art piece on Africa Day

University Advisory – 3 May 2018

By

University Advisory - 3 May 2018: The University is committed in its efforts to continue with its activities, whilst acknowledging that there have been disruptions to normal academic programmes and general work flow. The serving of the interdict is one of the mechanisms to help ensure the safety of our staff and students.   Source: News Latest News. University update - 3 May: The Vice-Chancellor and executive management members received a formal petition from the SRC at a meeting … [Read more...] about University Advisory – 3 May 2018

NMU Operations Continue as Per Normal

By

Nelson Mandela University’s executive management members received a formal petition from the SRC at a meeting this afternoon, to which the University has committed to respond to within 48 hours. The ongoing engagements with student leaders, unions, divisional heads, managers and deans is intended to ensure the situation at the University is normalised as quickly as possible. Staff and students are reminded that the interdict remains in force (the interdict can be viewed at … [Read more...] about NMU Operations Continue as Per Normal

Property entrepreneur Ngebulana honoured by leading university – MyPR.co.za

By

Property entrepreneur Ngebulana honoured by leading university: (Mthatha) – SOUTH African property developer and entrepreneur Sisa Ngebulana has been recognised for his contribution to society and the national business landscape with an honorary doctoral degree in commerce, which was bestowed on him by Walter Sisulu University (WSU) at a graduation ceremony in his hometown of Mthatha (May 2). He is the only figure to be honoured in this way by WSU during its 2018 graduation season this May. … [Read more...] about Property entrepreneur Ngebulana honoured by leading university – MyPR.co.za

Nelson Mandela University obtains court order

By

Nelson Mandela University obtains court order: The University obtained a final court order stipulating the rules around the resumption of operations at Nelson Mandela University on Thursday (3 May 2018) following yesterday’s barricading of campus entrances. Source: News Latest News. University update: Update on current situation on Nelson Mandela University campuses regarding SASCO call for shutdown today, 2 May 2018. Source: News Latest News. … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela University obtains court order