The Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of South Africa (UNISA), Professor Puleng @LenkaBula, delivers a message of support at the SANEF Fundraiser Gala Dinner. She acknowledged the critical role played by the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) over the past 30 years in advancing press freedom, while underscoring the importance of ethical journalism, accountability, and reporting in the public interest. #MediaFreedom | #FreedomOfExpression | #Unisa150andBeyond

The Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of South Africa (UNISA), Professor Puleng @LenkaBula, delivers a message of support at the SANEF Fundraiser Gala Dinner, reaffirming the University's commitment to press freedom and the vital role of a free and independent media in our society. She also acknowledged the critical role played by the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) over the past 30 years in advancing press freedom, while underscoring the importance of ethical journalism, accountability, and reporting in the public interest. #MediaFreedom | #FreedomOfExpression | #Unisa150andBeyond

Be part of the Kairos Lecture 2026, featuring keynote speaker Prof Itumeleng Mosala. Hosted by the Fohloza Foundation and Unisa, this year's lecture explores the theme "Reclaiming the Prophetic Voice of the Church" and supports SDG 16 through dialogue on faith, justice and social transformation. 📅 16 Nov 2026 | 🕙 10:00 | 📍 Senate Hall, Unisa RSVP: [email protected] | [email protected] #KairosLecture #FohlozaFoundation #SDG16

📺 Watch | The University of South Africa (Unisa), through its Department of Institutional Advancement (DIA), under the leadership of Prof Boitumelo (BB) Senokoane, is delighted to be part of the 2026 #SANEF Fundraiser Gala Dinner, taking place tonight at The Houghton Hotel in Johannesburg. In this video, Prof Senokoane reaffirms Unisa’s commitment to press freedom and freedom of expression, recognising the vital role of a free and independent media in society. He calls on individuals, organisations, businesses and government to support the initiative. #MediaFreedom #FreedomOfExpression #Unisa150andBeyond

Raised by her grandparents in a rural village in Limpopo, Makwarela Mudau's journey to a master's degree is a story of perseverance, determination and the transformative power of education. Her achievement supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality), while aligning with Unisa's Feminist/Womanist/Bosadi Theorisations and Fourth Industrial Revolution and Digitalisation Catalytic Niche Areas. ow.ly/ojh350ZZI8t #Unisa150andBeyond #UnisaCHS

📍 Panel discussion underway | #Belhar40 Theologians and church leaders have gathered at Unisa in Pretoria for a consultation commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Belhar Confession. The discussion explores how colonialism and apartheid continue to shape South Africa, challenging the Church and society to confront racial and economic inequalities and advance reconciliation, justice and unity. #Belhar40 | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CouncilForWorldMission

Forty-nine years after Black Wednesday, Unisa brought together media leaders, academics and policymakers to reflect on the future of journalism, media freedom and public broadcasting in South Africa. Featuring keynote speaker Khusela Sangoni Diko, the discussion supported SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) and reinforced the importance of accountable institutions and public access to information. ow.ly/xrs651001Mz #Unisa150andBeyond #PercyQobozaMemorialLecture

In his keynote address, “From Status Confession to Global Communion: Belhar’s Unfinished Call to the World Oikoumene,” Rev. Prof. Jerry Pillay reflects on the Belhar Confession’s call to reconciliation, justice, and the Church’s responsibility in a divided world. He urges churches to confront economic inequality, migration crises, racial discrimination, gender-based violence and ecological devastation as part of their participation in God’s redemptive work. #Belhar40 | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CouncilForWorldMission

Rev. Prof. Jerry Pillay is speaking on Status Confession to Global Communion: Belhar’s Unfinished Call to the World Oikoumene. He reflects on the Belhar Confession’s emphasis on reconciliation and justice, highlighting the Church’s responsibility to heal broken relationships, stand against systemic injustice, and promote unity in a divided world. #Belhar40 | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CouncilForWorldMission

📺 Watch Prof BB Senokoane, Unisa’s Executive Director of the Department of Institutional Advancement, address the consultation commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Belhar Confession. The gathering is convened by the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC), with support from Unisa and the Council for World Mission (CWM). #Belhar40 | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CouncilForWorldMission

“Restoration was not a matter of forgetting. It was a matter of turning around.” In his welcome address at Unisa, Rev. Philip Vinod Peacock, General Secretary of the World Communion of Reformed Churches, reflected on the Belhar Confession’s role in guiding churches towards reconciliation and restored fellowship. Marking 40 years of Belhar, he highlighted the faithful work of churches that refused to separate unity from justice. YouTube Link: ow.ly/pCYA50ZZYBy #Belhar40 | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CouncilForWorldMission

Celebrating 40 years of faith, unity, reconciliation and justice. Theologians and church leaders gather at Unisa’s Muckleneuk Campus in Tshwane from 22–25 October 2026 for a consultation commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Belhar Confession. Convened by the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC), with support from Unisa and the Council for World Mission (CWM), the gathering reflects on Belhar’s enduring significance for the church and society. #Belhar40 | #Unisa150andBeyond | #CouncilForWorldMission

Watch | Prof Zethu Nkosi, Executive Dean of Unisa’s College of Human Sciences, delivers the vote of thanks, acknowledging contributions to the 16th Percy Qoboza Memorial Lecture. Thank you to our speakers, guests and online audience. @npclub #PercyQobozaMemorialLecture | #Unisa150andBeyond | #BlackWednesday

Congratulations to the 2026 Percy Qoboza Bursary recipients! We wish the recipients every success as they continue their academic journeys and work towards achieving their goals. @npclub #PercyQobozaMemorialLecture | #Unisa150andBeyond | #BlackWednesday

Panel Discussion | How do we sustain a public broadcaster that serves everyone? At the #PercyQobozaMemorialLecture, facilitator Mbali Thethani leads William Bird, Dr Phathiswa Magopeni, Alpha Ramushwana and David Mashabela in a discussion on the SABC’s future. From shifting advertising budgets to declining TV licence revenue, the discussion highlights the need for sustainable funding, accountability and digital innovation to strengthen democracy and amplify marginalised voices. @npclub #Unisa150andBeyond | #BlackWednesday

#PercyQobozaMemorialLecture | BLACK WEDNESDAY, 49 YEARS LATER: CAN THE SABC SURVIVE DEMOCRACY AND THE ELECTIONS? On 19 October 1977, they banned organisations, shut down newspapers and locked up Percy Qoboza. They thought silencing the press would kill democracy. They were wrong. 49 years later, the threat is different. It is not just censorship, it is capture, collapse, and credibility. @npclub #Unisa150andBeyond | #BlackWednesdaY