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Every July, South Africa celebrates Mandela Day, commemorating the legacy of Nelson Mandela, a visionary leader who emphasized the importance of investing in children. This celebration resonates deeply with the research conducted by Dr Tshepiso Ndhlovu, a lecturer from the School of Biology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP).

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Postgraduate Studies, Engagement, and Planning, Professor Moses Mbewe, attended the recent BRICS dinner hosted by the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, under the theme: "Responsive and Relevant Education and Training in the Current Global Context."

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

Newly appointed Associate Lecturer under the esteemed Academic Talent Stewardship Programme at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), Armstrong Makome, has demonstrated remarkable drive and acquired diverse academic experience.

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

Four teams from the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Sports Clubs competed with great enthusiasm at the University Sports South Africa (USSA) championships, held in different provinces across the country in July.

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Chairperson of the Mpumalanga Alumni Chapter, Nkosinathi Livingstone Nkosi, is hitting the ground running with his commitment to fostering alumni success.

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Associate Lecturers under the Academic Talent Stewardship Programme (ATSP), Rivoningo Ubisi and Thobile Mkhwanazi, share valuable insights from the 12th International "Agriculture for Life, Life for Agriculture" conference, hosted by the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest.

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Enactus team continues to impress, achieving remarkable success at the National Exposition in Johannesburg on 19 July 2023. The team secured the fifth spot and won three trophies in the highly competitive event.

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Choir has recently achieved remarkable success, winning three prestigious awards at the 3rd Dr. S.J. Khosa NPC Choral Music Eisteddfod Competition, held on 15 July 2023, in Limpopo. The competition was hosted by the Greater Giyani Municipality.

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The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is fast growing its list of partnerships and recently collaborated with the Innibos National Arts Festival to deliver the 2023 extravaganza, after a three-year hiatus.

7/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) staff and students devoted their time on Mandela Day to bring about positive change in the communities surrounding the Mbombela and Siyabuswa campuses.

7/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) proudly welcomes Prof Moses Mbewe as the new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) for Postgraduate Studies, Engagement, and Planning, effective from 1 July 2023.

7/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) recently hosted a conference to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the South African Association of Women Graduates (SAAWG) under the theme: Education Imperatives: Current Needs, Future Vision.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted a Seminar titled: Ruminant Production for food security, environmental stewardship, and thin waistlines: A philosophical balancing act, which was delivered by NRF-rated researcher Professor Victor Mlambo from the Faculty of Agricultural and Natural Sciences.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

IsiNdebele Lecturer at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), Mr William Jiyana, asserts that mother tongue tuition can enhance student engagement and motivation, as students are more likely to grasp concepts when taught in their native language.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

Chairperson of the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Limpopo Alumni Chapter, Rejoice Modipa, discovered her lifelong passion for agriculture through the simple routine of feeding her grandfather's livestock in rural Limpopo.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) students are fired up to engage in sports following the fun they had during the annual sports day, recently held at the Siyabuswa campus.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

Academic Talent Stewardship Programme (ATSP) Fellow and Associate Lecturer, Siphosethu Dibakoane, who is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Agriculture at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), has conducted a study on the preservation and storage of bananas to create a healthier version of flour.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga Students Nematology Society (UMP-SNS), in collaboration with the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA), recently organized a farmer's day aimed at improving the skills of local fresh produce farmers.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

Students from the Siyabuswa campus of the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), pursuing their Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degrees, recently captivated audiences with an impressive event as part of their assessment for the Culture, Natural, and Environment module.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has recently introduced the Engaged Citizenship Programme (ECP), designed to support students in gaining valuable experience that will prepare them for the job market.

7/3/2023 12:00:00 AM