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The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Student Housing recently launched the Values-based Living and Learning programme to instil the institution's values of excellence, integrity, diversity, collaboration, adaptability, relevance, and inspiration.

4/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

"After nearly a century of research, we've learned quite a lot about this ancient kingdom and how it arose among early farmer society and its involvement in global trade networks. However, before farmers settled in the region, this terrain was the home of hunter-gatherer groups who have hardly been acknowledged despite, as it seems, their involvement in the rise of Mapungubwe," writes Dr Tim Forssman, Senior Lecturer for Cultural and Heritage Studies at the University of Mpumalanga.

4/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Bachelor of Arts student, Khaya April, recently had the opportunity to attend a Higher Health SA peer leadership camp, which is an initiative designed to enhance the effectiveness of the Higher Health SA peer educator system by empowering students to become leaders and support their peers through a “each one teach one, reach ten” approach.

4/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

Wildlife biologist and researcher, Professor Dan Parker, recently delivered a seminar entitled "The Myth of Wild Africa and the Conservation of Large Carnivores" at the Mbombela campus of the University of Mpumalanga (UMP).

4/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

Mrs Sophy "NoSinki" Mahlangu, a renowned Ndebele art custodian gifted the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of UMP, Prof Thoko Mayekiso with two Ndebele canvases and a special collection blanket in recognition of her contribution in developing UMP and isiNdebele. One of the canvases gifted to the VC is a painted canvas, while the other is beaded with Ndebele styles.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

On 24-25 March 2023, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted the State Information and Technology Agency (SITA) CSR School-Robotics challenge. The competition is designed to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education among high school learners, with a focus to encourage creative problem solving and community engagement.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

Promoting gender equality and addressing gender-based violence (GBV) remains a critical focus for many higher education institutions in South Africa. The University of Mpumalanga is no exception, and it has made significant strides towards creating a safe and inclusive campus for all, writes Dr Nonzwakazi Maqubela, Sociology and Gender studies senior lecturer and Chairperson of the Gender Forum at UMP.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) rugby team has made significant progress since its introduction in July 2022. On 25 March, the boys' team took part in the Jimmy Stonehouse 10’s tournament, which was their first match of the year and was held at the Mbombela Stadium.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and Rivers of Life Programme have received a much-needed research resource in the form of a Ford Ranger Double Cab 4x4 vehicle donated by the Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF).

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

Xhantilomzi Nkamba, a Master’s student at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), recently participated in the 51st Budget Speech Competition, which was held in Cape Town and attended by elite economists and the South African Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwane.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

Nematologists, students, agricultural experts and farmers in Africa shared good educational practices, creating and strengthening networks between higher education institutes and stakeholders, and providing additional educational opportunities for those working in agriculture and nematology during the 2nd Pan-African Nematology Network (Panema) workshop.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

Professor Dan Parker, former Head of School for Biology and Environmental Sciences, and recently promoted to full Professor at the University of Mpumalanga, is a wildlife biologist with a focus on terrestrial mammalian ecology, particularly in the areas of large carnivore biology and human-wildlife conflict.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has appointed Dr Mduduzi Shongwe, an Agricultural Systems Analyst with a particular research interest in mechanisation and agricultural energy systems.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

University of Mpumalanga (UMP) students, Susan Nkosi and Ncedile Mnisi, are part of the first cohort of the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) programme, a new course the institution introduced in 2023.

3/30/2023 12:00:00 AM

On Tuesday, 28 February 2023 the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted the Investiture Ceremony for the 2023 Student Representative Council (SRC) and the Campus Representative Councils (CRCs) at the Mbombela Campus.

3/15/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted a very successful week-long orientation programme. Set to familiarise new students with various aspects surrounding the institution and its processes, it also equipped them with the necessary tools to enjoy an overall better student experience.

2/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

During a recent seminar held at the Mbombela campus of the University of Mpumalanga (UMP), Professor Dovhani Thakhathi defined emotional intelligence as a peaceful dialogue, where leaders have to remain calm, talk well, and manage emotions.

2/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has seen rapid and gratifying growth since its establishment in 2013 and with the introduction of 16 new programmes, which brings the total number of qualifications to 64, the institution is set to raise the bar even higher.

2/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has become an institution of choice for students who have the urge to solve local and global disasters, have intentions of creating employment and also those eager to join the highly-rated netball team.

2/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

UMP congratulates academic staff members who have recently been promoted to Senior Lecturers, Associate Professors and Full Professor.

2/28/2023 12:00:00 AM