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As part of empowering students to become informed scholars and global citizens, and providing holistic education, the ​​​​​University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Culture and Heritage Studies Honours students, led by Dr Sibongile Masuku, recently visited Chimp Eden in the Umhloti Nature Reserve in Mbombela.

4/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) staff netball team has clinched victories in local tournaments, secured medals in the university sports day inter-house competition, and competed in regional competitions and national championships.

4/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

UMP is well positioned to enter its second decade with a strong foundation and a clear vision: to empower people to 'reach the stars' through education and the creation of opportunities

3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) hosted a colloquium on the implementation of a Just Transition.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) celebrated a decade of academic endeavours with a ceremony that honoured the first Chairperson of UMP Council, Prof David Mabunda, by conferring upon him the title of Professor Emeritus. Additionally, the Library and Information Services Building was named after the founding Vice-Chancellor of UMP, Prof Thoko Mayekiso.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP), in partnership with the Greater Riverside Biodiversity Initiative and its Chairperson, Prof Dan Parker, hosted a discussion with the illustrious Dr Jane Goodall as part of an expanded programme in South Africa.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Academics from 26 different universities across South Africa were recognised for completing phases 1 and 2 of the programme at an event recently held at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP).

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted the Investiture Ceremony for the 2024 Student Representative Council (SRC) and the Campus Representative Councils (CRCs) at the Mbombela Campus.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Senior Lecturer in Cultural and Heritage Studies, Dr Tim Forssman, leads the Hunter-Gatherer Archaeological Research Project (HARP), which is heading the Travelling Museum used to empower communities with archaeological knowledge.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has witnessed a substantial increase in applications for the upcoming 2024 academic year, surpassing initial projections with a remarkable 202 785 prospective students expressing interest in securing a place at the esteemed institution.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) ENACTUS President, Bongumusa Nkabinde, has encouraged students to join the programme during a recent recruitment drive held at the Mbombela Campus.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) put together a comprehensive, info-packed programme to facilitate the transition for first-year students from high school to university life.

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

In a significant move towards academic excellence and community impact, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) proudly announces the appointment of Professor Ndiko Ludidi as the new Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (FANS).

3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Alumni Chapter, under the dynamic leadership of Thabiso Sibiya, is poised to enhance the institution's reputation and foster valuable opportunities for its former students.

3/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

In Conversation with Jane Goodall: Reasons for Hope

2/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Notice: UMP 2024 Registrations for First-Year Students

2/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof Mashudu Davhana-Maselesele as the Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC): Teaching and Learning, Mr Richard Flame as the Executive Director-Operations and Prof Ndiko Ludidi as the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Sciences with effect from January 2024.

1/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is proud to announce that it has acquired a SCIEX Triple Quad 5500+ LC-MS/MS – QTRAP Ready System worth R10 million through the National Research Foundation’s (NRF) National Equipment Programme.

12/19/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) in partnership with the Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Development Trust (ATMDT) hosted the 8th Annual Lecture on Ethical and Moral Leadership at Mbombela Campus on Tuesday, 17 October 2023.

10/17/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has been admitted as the newest member of the prominent Australia-Africa Universities Forum (AAUN).

9/18/2023 12:00:00 AM