Cybersecurity Awareness Across Our Campuses
Explore how the October Cybersecurity Awareness campaign came to life on each NWU campus – from posters and banners to on-the-day photos and highlight videos.
Posters, Photos & Highlights
View the campaign posters, banners, Eagi moments and on-the-day photos from the Potchefstroom Campus.
Open Potchefstroom gallery →
Awareness Materials & Moments
Browse the awareness materials and photos capturing how the campaign was activated on the Mahikeng Campus.
Mahikeng gallery (coming soon) →
Campaign on Campus
See the posters, banners and event photos that formed part of the Cybersecurity Awareness campaign at Vaal.
Vanderbijlpark gallery (coming soon) →October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
I AM THE FIREWALL — PROTECTING NWU’S DIGITAL FUTURE.
What is Cybersecurity and Why It's Critical in 2025
As our lives at North West University (NWU) become increasingly intertwined with digital systems, from research data stored in the cloud to remote learning platforms and personal financial transactions, the importance of cybersecurity has never been higher. Simply put, cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.
In 2025, threats are evolving faster than ever before. We are facing more sophisticated AI-driven phishing attacks, an explosion of sensitive data being managed off-campus, and growing global threats targeting institutional infrastructure. Staying secure is no longer just about protecting your personal laptop; it’s about safeguarding the integrity of all NWU research, learning, and administrative operations. It requires constant vigilance and a collective commitment from every student and staff member.
Your Weekly Guide to Digital Defense
Join us every Thursday in October for a series of focused, actionable webinars designed to equip you with the latest defense strategies.
Watch the 2025 Cybersecurity Webinar Series
Missed one of the live sessions? Catch up by watching the recordings from our three-part Cybersecurity Awareness webinar series below.
Session 1 – Recognising evolving AI threats
Learn how to spot highly personalised phishing powered by generative AI, and how to identify subtle warning signs before you click.
Watch session 1➜
Session 2 – Guarding the digital gold
Discover practical steps to protect both personal and institutional data, and how everyday habits impact NWU’s security posture.
Watch session 2➜
Session 3 – AI security & safe use
Explore how to use AI tools safely at NWU, including software acquisition and responsible use of AI in a data-driven world.
Watch session 3➜