Three-day Education Journalism Think Tank addresses South African education coverage
Education journalists, educators, and policymakers gathered in Makhanda today for the start of a pioneering three-day Education Journalism Think Tank, running until 7 December. Organised by Rhodes University’s School of Journalism and Media Studies (SJMS) and the Binding Constraints Lab (BCL), the event aims to address critical gaps in South Africa’s education news coverage […]
Distinguished Professor Tebello Nyokong uses award winnings to launch scholarship fund
Distinguished Professor Tebello Nyokong marked the launch of the state-of-the-art Tebello Nyokong Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation (Nyokong Institute, in short) in Makhanda by establishing a scholarship fund for Master’s and PhD students. This initiative is funded by her personal award-winnings accumulated over the years. Dist Prof Nyokong, a globally recognised expert in nanotechnology, has earned […]
Half a century after graduating, alumni return to campus for an unforgettable final reunion
Rhodes University recently welcomed a special group of alumni for a weekend of reconnection and reflection. Known as the Knocking on Heaven’s Door (KOHD) group, these alumni, who attended Rhodes University between 1965 and 1975, gathered for what they called their ‘Final Countdown’. This reunion coincided with Rhodes University’s 120th anniversary year (RU120), adding […]
Rhodes University’s stalwarts prepare for final campus reunion
Rhodes University’s 1965-1975 graduates, now calling themselves the ‘Knocking on Heaven’s Door’ (KOHD) group, will gather for a two-day reunion on campus, which they are dubbing “The Final Countdown.” The reference to “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” is two-fold – written by Bob Dylan in 1973, this song was popular at the time this […]
Groundbreaking nanotechnology research institute at Rhodes University launches new state-of-the-art building
“A conduit for collaboration and cutting-edge research produced in excellence.” This is how students have described Rhodes University’s Tebello Nyokong Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation (TN-INI). The pioneering research facility, which has already cemented its role as a driving force in Africa’s scientific development, will unveil its brand-new custom-designed building on 03 December 2024. The new […]
Corruption and inequality betray the legacy of activists like Beyers Naudé, says Peter Harris
In partnership with the Kagiso Trust, Rhodes Business School hosted the annual Beyers Naudé Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, 11 September 2024, at the Rhodes University Drama Department Main Theatre. The event provided a valuable platform to reflect on 30 years of South African democracy, facilitating meaningful discussions about the nation’s achievements and ongoing challenges. It […]
Outstanding educators recognised at Makhanda’s first Teacher Awards
By Siviwe Mxuma In mid-2023, visiting representatives of the KAVOD Foundation were deeply impressed by the significant progress in Makhanda’s education sector. During this visit, discussions with GADRA Education Manager, Dr Ashley Westaway, regarding ways to further elevate the status of the teaching profession in Makhanda took place. This conversation led to the proposal […]
Over 80 alumni pledges made to support spiralling students’ debt alleviation
A combination of Rhodes University alumni philanthropy and goodwill and the dedication and agency of its students last month netted an impressive 84 donation pledges during a five-day fundraising telethon. The pledges were made as part of a campaign to respond to the spiralling student debt currently pegged at R321 Million. The fundraising target for […]
Rhodes Business School partners with Kagiso Trust to reflect on nation building with Beyers Naudé Memorial Lecture
In partnership with Kagiso Trust, the Rhodes University Business School will host the Beyers Naudé Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, 11 September 2024, at the Rhodes University Drama Department’s Main Theatre. This event marks a significant opportunity to reflect on 30 years of South African democracy, engaging in meaningful discussions about the nation’s progress and remaining […]
Isivivane Inspiration: How one bursary transformed Siwaphiwe’s Pharmacy dreams into reality
Siwaphiwe Notshaya, a 25-year-old third-year Bachelor of Pharmacy student at Rhodes University, is a testament to resilience and determination. Raised in the rural village of Ntabankulu, her childhood was shaped by the challenges of poverty and limited access to the outside world. For much of her early life, the world beyond her village seemed distant […]
