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 names sports field after anti-Apartheid activist, Ally Weakley

By Siyamthanda Hobo Rhodes University honoured one of its most esteemed alumni, Ally Weakley, by naming its iconic Great Field after him on the 23rd of November 2024. The Ally Weakley Great Field was unveiled during a moving ceremony as part of the University’s 120th-anniversary celebrations. The event celebrated Weakley’s enduring legacy as a sportsman, […]

Groundbreaking nanotechnology research institute at Rhodes University launches new state-of-the-art building

One of Professor Nyokong's students

“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 […]

Celebrating a legacy of sporting excellence as Rhodes University Rowing Club turns 90

By: The Division of Communications & Advancement Rhodes University Rowing Club (RURC) is set to celebrate its 90th anniversary on 26 October at Old Edwardians in Johannesburg. This milestone coincides with Rhodes University’s bidecacentennial, marking two significant achievements that reflect the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and its rich sporting heritage, particularly in rowing. Sue […]

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 […]

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 […]