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The School of Biology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted the professorial inaugural lecture of Professor Dan Parker on 7 October 2025 at the Mbombela Campus, where he called for collective thinking towards conservation.

10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP), in collaboration with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), hosted the G20 Education Outreach Programme, an initiative of the South African Presidency aimed at taking the G20 to the people under the theme Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.

10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

Dr Bongiwe Mcata, a lecturer in Agricultural Economics and Programme Leader of the Bachelor of Science Agriculture in the School of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), delivered a seminar on the topic Entrepreneurship: A Catalyst in Agri-Natural Sciences.

10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

On 23 October 2025, the Future of HR Awards brought together leading business and HR leaders to celebrate those who embrace innovation and technology, reshaping the world of work.

10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is pleased to announce the new Convocation Executive Committee, elected during the Convocation Lectures held on 11 September.

10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

On 16 October 2025, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted members of the Language Policy Implementation Plan Advisory Board, along with representatives from the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).

10/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

On 17 September 2025, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), in partnership with the Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Development Trust (ATMDT), hosted the 10th Annual Lecture on Ethical and Moral Leadership. The lecture was delivered by Professor Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela, Research Chair at Stellenbosch University.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has paid tribute to its outgoing Student Representative Council (SRC) and Campus Representative Councils (CRCs), acknowledging their service, dedication, and commitment to advancing the interests of students.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the prominent Charles Sturt University, Australia recently renewed their strategic agreement.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) alumnus, Mr Nkosingiphile Khoza, a dedicated educator and regional winner of the National Teaching Awards, has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in teaching that is truly inspiring.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) celebrated students who excelled in co-curricular activities at a ceremony held at the Tfokomala Hotel and Conferencing, Mbombela Campus, on 20 September 2025.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

Dr Tshepiso Ndhlovu, a lecturer in Plant Medicinal Compounds and Indigenous Knowledge Systems at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) School of Biology and Environmental Sciences, and his team were honoured with the Poster Award at the 73rd International Society for Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Research (GA) Conference recently held in Naples, Italy.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

Ms Innocentia Bongiwe Nkosi, a final-year Diploma in Hospitality Management student at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), and her team, The Catalysts, took first place at the G20 Tourism Hackathon held on 12 September 2025.

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

On 18 September 2025, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted a seminar by Dr Ali Elnaeim Elbasheir Ali, Senior Lecturer in Biochemistry at the School of Biology and Environmental Sciences.

9/30/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) founding Vice-Chancellor, Professor Thoko Mayekiso, has been awarded the BBQ Editor’s Outstanding Service Award.

9/30/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) recently hosted a significant event focused on the role of African languages in curriculum transformation, underscoring the institution’s Africanness and its commitment to excellence, innovation, and the spirit of Ubuntu.

9/10/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Founding Vice-Chancellor, Prof Thoko Mayekiso, has been awarded the BBQ Editor’s Outstanding Service Award during the 21st Annual Premier Black Business Quarterly Awards (BBQ Awards) held at Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre in Johannesburg on Friday, 05 September 2025.

9/10/2025 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) held its annual Women's Breakfast on the Mbombela and Siyabuswa campuses, recognising the contributions of women across the institution and honouring Vice-Chancellor Professor Thoko Mayekiso for her decade of visionary leadership.

9/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

Two student business ventures from the University of Mpumalanga Centre For Entrepreneurship and Rapid Incubator (UMPCFERI) have qualified for the 2025 Entrepreneurship Development in Higher Education (EDHE) National Intervarsity Competition.

9/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

On 16 and 23 August 2025, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted its largest Open Days to date, welcoming Grade 12 learners to the Mbombela and Siyabuswa campuses.

9/3/2025 12:00:00 AM