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On 20 March 2026, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted a delegation from the Malawian government as part of its preparation to establish a public institution, Mombera University. UMP has been identified as a leading reference institution, recognised for its successful planning, phased development, and operationalisation of a modern higher education institution on the African Continent.

3/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Kedibone Phago as the Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Development and Business Sciences, effective 01 March 2026.

3/5/2026 12:00:00 AM

On 24 February 2026, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) officially ushered in the 2026 Student Representative Council (SRC) during an investiture ceremony held at the Mbombela Campus.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

On 25 February 2026, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the Mpumalanga Provincial Government (MPG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration on sustainable development, innovation and job creation in the province.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has strengthened its national and continental research agenda through an agreement signed on 19 February 2026 with the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), focused on advancing policy-relevant scholarship, inclusivity, capacity development and societal impact.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Evolut Consulting and DigiU, formalising a strategic international partnership aimed at advancing research, innovation and technology development.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted an advanced scientific seminar on building plant protein sequence databases from RNA-Seq experiments, presented by internationally respected proteomics expert Professor David Tabb from the University Medical Centre Groningen.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

Associate lecturer and University of Mpumalanga (UMP) ladies’ football coach, Mr Nicholus Mnyambo, has risen from student athlete to mentor, highlighting the role of sport in fostering personal growth, leadership, and student well-being.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

Culture and Heritage lecturer at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), Dr Thulisile Bhuda, has been appointed as a member of the National Heritage Council (NHC), a key national body responsible for protecting, preserving and promoting South Africa’s diverse cultural and heritage resources.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), led by Deputy Minister Mimmy Gondwe, visited the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Mbombela Campus on 23 February 2026 to assess the institution’s readiness for the new academic year.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

During the week of 16 February 2026, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted Dr Bryan Bennett and Professor Shawn Lampe from Kirkwood Community College (KCC) in the United States of America.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

Lecturer in the School of Biology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), Dr Tshepiso Ndhlovu has been appointed as a regional representative of the International Society for Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Research (GA), strengthening Africa’s presence in global medicinal plant scholarship.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

Professor Collins Ateba from the School of Biology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has been elected to the Royal Society of South Africa, recognising his sustained contribution to microbiology research, postgraduate supervision and global collaboration in antimicrobial resistance and food safety.

3/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

On 25 February 2026, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the Mpumalanga Provincial Government (MPG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration on sustainable development, innovation and job creation in the province.

3/2/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has strengthened its national and continental research agenda through an agreement signed on 19 February 2026 with the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), focused on advancing policy-relevant scholarship, inclusivity, capacity development and societal impact.

2/23/2026 12:00:00 AM

UMP LECTURER APPOINTED TO NATIONAL HERITAGE COUNCIL

2/23/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has launched the 2026 academic year with its First-Year Experience (FYE) Programme, officially welcoming new students to university life.

2/6/2026 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has further strengthened its standing within South Africa’s higher education landscape following the successful release of application outcomes to prospective first-time entering students for the 2026 academic year.

2/6/2026 12:00:00 AM

From 06-20 January 2026, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), through the Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, in partnership with the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), United States of America, hosted the Student Exchange Programme for Experiential Learning.

2/6/2026 12:00:00 AM

Four University of Mpumalanga (UMP) students participated in the Hessian International Winter University (IWU) from 10 – 31 January 2026 at Fulda University of Applied Sciences, Germany.

2/6/2026 12:00:00 AM