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Research, Innovation & Internationalisation
Research
A fundamental aspect of Nelson Mandela University, is producing high quality research that makes an impact.
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Innovation
Innovation is a fundamental part of the education landscape, allowing us to engage in creating new knowledge.
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International Office
Enriching diversity by drawing postgraduate students from SADC, other African countries, and the global community.
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Sustainability
We are committed to working toward making the combined global and continental vision of sustainability a reality.
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Research Chairs
Research Chairs strengthen and improve research and innovation capacity of public universities for producing high quality postgraduate students and research and innovation outputs.
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Research entities
Entities strengthen existing scholarly activities as well as open up new fields of research and scholarship that are consistent with the University’s strategic direction and priorities.
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Research Management
Research Management focuses on the needs of established researchers and manages issues such as grants, publication funding, research entities, internal research incentives and research information management systems.
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Research Development
RD focuses its activities around the development of new and emerging researchers and providing access to funding opportunities for postgraduate students.
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Nelson Mandela University drives first African university-led waste-to-energy research partnership
Nelson Mandela University is spearheading a groundbreaking research partnership that could transform how African municipalities and farmers tackle sewage sludge – converting a costly waste problem into renewable energy and affordable organic fertiliser.
Beyond the pass rate: complexity, capability and the hidden structure of the NSC
South Africa’s 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) results were greeted with the usual celebration.
Mandela University PhD student awarded international fellowship for palaeoscience research #R2bP
Reasons to be Proud - #R2bP: Nelson Mandela University PhD student in Botany and Palaeoecology Marishka Guscott (née Govender) has been awarded a highly competitive International Union for Quaternary Research (INQUA) Fellowship.
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Mandela University’s Siyaphakama Project partnership Is changing lives through movement
At Nelson Mandela University’s Department of Human Movement Science, the Siyaphakama Project — meaning “We Are Rising” — is proving how movement, mentorship and collaboration can enable learners, teachers and entire communities in Zwide, Gqeberha.
New Mandela University facility positions AI as a public good, not a privilege
As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes education, work and life, Nelson Mandela University has taken a bold step to extend this transformation beyond elite institutions and into the heart of society.
Mandela University student entrepreneur’s year of winning #R2bP
Reasons to be Proud #R2bP - Third-year Human Movement Science student in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Nelson Mandela University, Sandakahle Sanchez Sivungu, has just returned from Kenya, where he represented South Africa at the Latitude59 global networking event.
Formulation science students creating natural products and boosting entrepreneurship
From eczema cream and sunscreen to cancer-screening tablets and a herbal pesticide, the BSc Honours in Formulation Science class of 2025 has showcased impressive creativity.
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Statement on the passing of Professor Keo Motaung
It is with deep sadness that Nelson Mandela University announces the passing earlier today of Professor Keo Motaung, a distinguished biomedical scientist, entrepreneur and visionary leader whose contributions to science, innovation and women’s empowerment have left an indelible mark on South Africa and beyond.
INTERNATIONALISATION NEWS
Call for Applications: Erasmus+ Teaching Mobility at Istanbul Kültür University, Türkiye!
🌍 **Call for Applications: Erasmus+ Teaching Mobility at Istanbul Kültür University, Türkiye!**
Are you a member of Nelson Mandela University’s teaching staff? Here’s your chance to grow professionally and culturally! Apply now for the **Erasmus+ KA171 Teaching Mobility** at Istanbul Kültür University.
📅 **Mobility Period:** Before May 2025
💰 **Funding Includes:**
- Daily Grant: €140/day (5 working days + 2 travel days = €980 total)
- Travel Support: €820
Summer School 2023 in Technische Universität Braunschweig
Three Nelson Mandela University students have been selected to participate in the Technische Universitat Braunschweig (TU Braunschweig) International Summer School for German Language and Culture.
Africa Week: Open Science, Open Africa
Nelson Mandela University participated in an Africa Week event organised and hosted by Future Africa at the University of Pretoria.
Rare honour for computing sciences professor
A Nelson Mandela University professor has been selected as one of two African mentors for an elite global mentorship programme.