Building tomorrow – starts now!
Every day, North-West University (NWU) students, researchers and community partners are making a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities. Through education, research and engagement, we are helping to build a healthier, more sustainable and inclusive future.
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Animal health centre builds a bridge between classrooms and communities
The Dale Bieghle Animal Health Centre provides primary animal healthcare to communities that have limited access to veterinary services. Beyond treating livestock and companion animals, its work includes disease surveillance, vaccination campaigns, parasite control, reproductive support, nutrition guidance and biosecurity advice for farmers. These services help reduce disease outbreaks while supporting livestock production and rural livelihoods.
Every child deserves a successful future!
For almost four decades, Ikateleng has helped thousands of learners unlock opportunities through education. Today, those learners are engineers, teachers, doctors, scientists and entrepreneurs.
Learners get access to post-school opportunities, boosting academic performance, building digital and life skills, and support in choosing careers and applying for tertiary studies.
Are aspiring entrepreneurs being asked to think in ways that actually fit the environments in which they operate?
“South Africa does not have a shortage of entrepreneurial potential. What we often lack are tools that speak the language of people’s lived realities. KasiKanvas was designed to start where entrepreneurs are, not where we expect them to be.” – Prof. Leenta Grobler
Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals
Our commitment to community engagement and sustainability is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Care2Kids Family & Child Forensic Unit provides court-recognised assessments and therapy, helping ensure that every decision is guided by one priority: the best interests of the child.
We working with traditional communities in the North West Province to revive ancient grain farming, empowering families with skills, resources and opportunities to build a more sustainable future.
AUTHeR is helping African experts work together to tackle some of society's most complex health and well-being challenges.
Aspiring entrepreneur?
The Higher Degrees Student Development presents an Entrepreneurship Series exploring key topics in innovation, venture creation and business development.
