OB Onyancha

Head(Ag): Graduate Studies and Research, College of Human Sciences, University of South Africa

[Unisa @unisa]

Unisa and the Canada-Quebec National Institute for Scientific Research recently signed a memorandum of understanding to advance nanoscience research and innovation.

https://t.co/MzOOFaGWN2

#Unisa150andBeyond #UnisaRandI #UnisaGradStudies

[Unisa @unisa]

UNISA at the G20 Social Summit!
Earlier today, our Principal and Vice-Chancellor Prof. @Lenkabula, joined an influential panel at the G20 Social Summit to discuss “Bridging the Access Gap: Policies and Partnerships for Inclusive Higher Education.”

This session formed part of a broader G20 programme focused on solidarity, equality, and sustainability, with side events addressing inclusive education, digital transformation, youth empowerment, and gender equity. Prof. Lenkabula shared insights on creating digitally enabled, inclusive higher education systems aligned with Africa’s development goals.

#G20SocialSummit
#Unisa150andBeyond

[Unisa College of Human Sciences @unisachs]

Get ready to be inspired!Wisani Manyisi will be showcasing his incredible talent at the Moving Spaces Exhibition! Don't miss the chance to experience his amazing work!
#MovingSpaces
#UnisaArtGallery
#Unisa150andBeyond

[Unisa College of Human Sciences @unisachs]

Part 1: Prof. Nhlanhla Mkhize, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, is delivering a keynote address titled "Against Epistemic Injustice: The Relevance of Professor Chabani Manganyi's Scholarship to Contemporary Psychological Thought and Identity"...

[Unisa College of Human Sciences @unisachs]

Part 1: Prof. Zethu Nkosi, Executive Dean of the College of Human Sciences, is formally inaugurating the inaugural "The Chabani Mangayi Public Lecture" under the theme "Psychology as Liberation: The Enduring Legacy of Chabani Manganyi."...

[Unisa @unisa]

Unisa’s Vice Chancellor and delegation participated in Day 2 of the 16th AAU General Conference at UM6P in Morocco. The sessions focused on key themes shaping the future of higher education in Africa, including digital transformation through the Coalition for Digital Africa, research growth and open access, youth mobility, and innovations in education data systems.

Discussions also explored collaborative research, sustainability, the role of AI in academia, and the vital contributions of women in higher education. Unisa continues to play a leading role in the dialogue to reshape African higher education for innovation and sustainable development. #VCLeadership | #UnisaInAfrica | #Unisa150andBeyond

[Unisa @unisa]

On Day 3 of the 16th AAU General Conference, delegates engaged in wide-ranging scientific and thematic sessions addressing policy reform, green energy, artificial intelligence in education, entrepreneurship, and indigenous knowledge systems. A key highlight was the session chaired by Prof. Puleng LenkaBula, Vice Chancellor of the University of South Africa, titled “Policy, Governance and Advocacy for Transforming Higher Education”. The session featured six thought-provoking presentations covering China-Africa cooperation in higher education, governance of teacher education in China, inclusive policy reform in Africa, the recognition of independent researchers, equity in student access and participation, and the broader challenges facing African higher education. Prof. LenkaBula steered the session in its focus on reimagining institutional frameworks, advocating for inclusive, context-sensitive, and resilient governance models. The discussions highlighted practical pathways for policy innovation and transformation in African higher education, aligning with the conference’s overarching theme of innovation and sustainable development. The UNISA delegation used the opportunity to engage speakers on strengthening South–South collaboration, with a particular focus on joint research, student mobility, academic exchange, and regional capacity building.

#VCLeadership | #UnisaInAfrica | #Unisa150andBeyond

[Unisa @unisa]

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng @LenkaBula, and the Unisa delegation paid a courtesy call on the South African Charge d’Affaires, to Morocco, Mr Nkateko Manganye. The VC introduced the delegation and shared Unisa’s achievements, including its rising global rankings, the launch of 10 catalytic niche research areas, and progress in agricultural innovation through a university-owned experimental farm. She underscored Unisa’s commitment to African affairs and the need for enhanced continental collaboration. The Ambassador warmly welcomed the team, encouraged partnerships with Moroccan institutions, and stressed the importance of cross-border cooperation in research and innovation. He highlighted Morocco’s growth, stability, and technological advancements, urging Unisa to explore opportunities with institutions such as Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique. Prof LenkaBula affirmed Unisa’s vision of contributing to African development and acknowledged the need for greater labour and knowledge mobility across the continent. She concluded by noting Unisa’s improved efficiencies and growing impact, including graduating over 46,000 students in the 2025 autumn season alone.

#VCLeadership | #UnisaInAfrica | #Unisa150andBeyond

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

Hello @Vodacom @Vodacom111 - do you have network issues as I do not have connectivity yet I have over 19gb?

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

Why did @Vodacom111 @vodacom discontinue the 1GB international roaming option?

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

@Bettymuganda17 It is my alma mater, too. Our 1988 alumni group is saddened to witness the sorry state of the University. They are urging the Govt to decisively deal with the route cause of its current state. We rely on you, Madam PS.

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

Prof Wako, an accomplished academic, joined us at the #AfricaCharter conference at Brussels, Belgium @perivoli

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

@unisachs

[University of Bristol Europe Office @UoBEurope]

Profs Isabella Aboderin @PerivoliARC @BristolUni, Shose Kessi @UCT_news & Bosire Onyancha @unisa present the #AfricaCharter during our event in Brussels with @CoimbraGroup & @UiB followed by a Q&A with our audience of R&I stakeholders from #Africa & #Europe!

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Identifying gaps and needs for an equitable, forward-looking and sustainable Africa-Europe partnership - a look at AU-EU Research Agenda through the lens of #AfricaCharter with @VincenLorusso @EU_Commission
@BristolUni @CoimbraGroup @UiB
@UCT_news @unisa @AAU_67
@BrisRDIntl

[University of Bristol Europe Office @UoBEurope]

Profs Isabella Aboderin @PerivoliARC @BristolUni, Shose Kessi @UCT_news & Bosire Onyancha @unisa present the #AfricaCharter during our event in Brussels with @CoimbraGroup & @UiB followed by a Q&A with our audience of R&I stakeholders from #Africa & #Europe!

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Our first #AfricaCharter signing of the day - congratulations to the University of Pannonia, Hungary🎉 Senior Researcher Viktoria Czuppon joined us to present the signed form @CoimbraGroup @UiB @BristolUni #TransformativePartnerships

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

@Bettymuganda17 @EduMinKenya Well done, Dr Inyangala. My humble request is for you to find the root cause of the inherent problems at the instjtution and deal with them without fear or favor. This university must rise again. Best wishes, Madam PS.

[OB Onyancha @BOnyancha]

@PerivoliARC @CoimbraGroup @UiB @BristolUni @UoBEurope Well done Isabella.

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

"A mosaic of activity - in our own institutions, our own spaces" PARC's Isabella Aboderin outlines next steps following our Brussels event with @CoimbraGroup @UiB & 120 HE leaders, funders and policymakers #AfricaCharter @BristolUni @UoBEurope

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Day 2 in Brussels is about Africa-Europe research & innovation, policy & funding. Profs Juliet Thondhlana of @AAU_67 Shose Kessi of @UCT_news & Bosire Onyancha of @unisa are opening the event 🌍 #AfricaCharter @BristolUni @CoimbraGroup @uib