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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Mandela Uni has been given the final go-ahead to establish the country’s tenth medical school and will open its doors in March 2021. Applications for the six-year qualification will open on 6 January 2021. For full story go to our news website
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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There was hardly a dry eye at the graduation hall, when Thanduxolo Sontiki collected the certificate for his late daughter, Sochuma Sande Sontiki, during the Faculty of Humanities session this morning. Sochuma graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree posthumously. #mandelaunigrad
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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An excited Siyamthanda " @JuicyJay_Siya " Jwacu said the journey to graduation had not been an easy one, but was definitely worth it. "Glory be to God for this moment, man! Massive shoutout to the Juicy Jay Gang, I simply can't not acknowledge them." #mandelaunigrad23 #JuicyJay
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
2 years
Oxford University accolade for Mandela’s Prof Pumla Gqola #R2bP Prof Pumla Dineo Gqola, Mandela Uni Professor of Literary & Cultural Studies & the SARChI Chair in African Feminist Imagination, has been awarded a prestigious international award Read more
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Mandela Uni wishes to announce a second National Research Foundation (NRF) SARCHI Research Chair in Humanities. The Research Chair on African Feminist Imaginations, to be occupied by Professor Pumla Dineo Gqola See full story on our news website
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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Thetha profiles a few of our own Gen Z tastemakers & trendsetters who hold sway online. Semi-professional rugby star and all-round entertainer @JuicyJay_Siya , 24, leads the pack of Mandela Uni influencers. Read more about Siya as an influencer
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
So inspiring to meet Lubabalo Sapepa (left) and Thabang Sefoloko, both completely blind and graduated today. You make us proud!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
3 years
Nelson Mandela University Medical School #MandelaUniMedicalSchool
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Council is delighted to announce that Dr Sibongile Muthwa has been appointed the new Vice-Chancellor of Nelson Mandela University. #newVC
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
It is with great sadness and an immense sense of loss that we at Nelson Mandela University learned of the passing of our Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Professor Lungile Pepeta.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congrats to Alumnus, Babalwa Nkwentsha, who was recently appointed as the youngest female Director at the EC Department of Social Development (Infrastructure & Facilities Management). She holds 2 Diplomas & 2 BTechs from our university and is currently studying towards her MBA.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
It's official! We are now Nelson Mandela University. Halala! #NelsonMandelaUniversity #MandelaUniLaunch
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Our campuses at night ✨ PhotoCred: We are the vision (Instagram) #nelsonmandela100
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
LGBTQIA+ flag hoisted at Nelson Mandela University South Campus Main Building #PrideMonth2020
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congrats to two brothers Eric and Frederick Simpeh who both received PhD degrees in Construction Management on Friday. What a proud a family the Simpehs must be!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Congratulations to Avukile Jeke, a student with blindness, who graduated today with his Postgraduate Certificate in Education - cum laude.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
1 year
Welcome to Graduation! 🎓 Nelson Mandela University Autumn Graduation 2023 #mandelaunigrad23
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
1 year
Nomfundo Xaluva enthralls the audience at the Brigalia Bam Inaugural Public Lecture with a riveting performance. #MandelaUniBrigaliaBamLecture #DrBrigaliaBam
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Mandela University
1 year
Mandela University shocked and saddened by on-campus tragedy
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Today we will celebrate the Inauguration of Professor Sibongile Muthwa as Vice-Chancellor and Dr Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi as Chancellor of our university. The event, takes place at 2pm, and will be live-streamed – see
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Once again, well done to Siyabulela Mandela who has been invited by Michigan State University in the USA, to deliver a lecture on topics of Culture, African Politics & Youth Activism in July. Flying the Flag! #ChangeTheWorld ".
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
8 years
Congrats to NMMU student, @HlomelaBucwa on her inauguration to Parliament and her first delivered speech. Youngest ever SA parliamentarian.
@DASO_MandelaUni
DASO Mandela Uni
8 years
"Let us tread softly because we tread on the dreams of a lost generation" @HlomelaBucwa Youngest Member Of Parliament
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
#R2bP : Mandela Uni 2019 Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA-CTA) graduates achieved the highest pass rate in the country for qualification as Chartered Accountants, placing our University first out of sixteen accredited universities in the country.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Professor Pumla Dineo Gqola has been appointed as Professor in the @CWGS_MandelaUni . Prof Gqola was part of the Centre’s launch in October 2019. Read more:
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
“What it feels like to graduate with a National Diploma in Economics, Cum Laude🕺🏾🎓” Neo Malungane.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Student maps coronavirus with spatial data Honours student in Geographical Information Systems, Michelle Lee, created an operational dashboard for Covid-19 in South Africa as part of her methodology for her research project this year. Read More:
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Mandela University
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
We look forward to welcoming you to Nelson Mandela University for the start of the academic year. Everything you need to know about admission, student housing, orientation & registration is available here: #RegisterNow #MandelaUni #MyMandela #2021AY
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
3 years
All the best to our two Mandela Uni students in the Top 10 of #MissSA2021 . BHMS student, Kaylan Matthews (left) and BComm Law student, Zimi Mabunzi are in the final which will be screened live today from 17:00 on M-Net (DStv 101) and Mzansi Magic (DStv 161).
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 months
INNOVATIVE RESEARCH: NMU scientist Dr Zikhona Tywabi-Ngeva has been nominated in three categories in the National Science and Technology Forum Awards Read the full story here: ’s-work-with-pineapple-leaves-achieves-re
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
Nelson Mandela University is deeply saddened at the news of the passing of three students in separate incidents over the weekend. The University extends its deepest and most sincere condolences to the family and friends of those who have lost their lives.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Let’s #makegraduationfashionable Tag us in your graduation photographs, we’d love to share them How beautiful are these shots by @Triss_Msabane ? Congratulations to these graduates 👏🏾🙏🏾
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congratulations to the more than 500 graduates and their families at this morning's graduation ceremony. Your hard work has paid off! #NelsonMandelaUniversity #MandelaUniGrad2018
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
The stage is set for our third Honorary Doctorate of the Autumn graduation season - Gcina Mhlope - is congratulated by our Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor & Chair of Council. This morning, honorary doctoral degrees were awarded to Professor Marina Xaba-Mokoena & Justice Mandisa Maya.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
3 years
Welcome to our Medical School Take a virtual tour of the Nelson Mandela University Medical School #MandelaUniMedicalSchool
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congrats to PhD student, Siyabulela Mandela - currently a visiting scholar at the School for Conflict Analysis & Resolution at George Mason University, Virginia in the USA - who was invited to the War College of the Republic of Ecuador where he recently delivered a guest lecture.
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Mandela University
4 years
Mandela Uni can officially say the doors to its new Medical School will open in 2021 at its Missionvale Campus. Applications for our MBChB degree will open on 6 Jan 2021 Find the answers to other MBChB FAQs here: #2021MandelaUni #MBChB #HealthSciences
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
R2bP: Congratulations to 3rd year Management student, Ayanda Nompume on his selection as a participant in the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Southern Africa. #R2bP #MandelaUni
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Mandela University
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Congratulations to every one of our 5000 graduates who crossed the stage at our 16 Autumn Graduation ceremonies. You make us proud!
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Mandela University
5 years
# T-shirt Design Competition
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Mandela University to suspend academic activities and major events until further notice
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congratulations to the more than 500 graduates and their families at this morning's graduation ceremony. Your hard work has paid off! Watch this page tomorrow morning for social photos from today's ceremonies.
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Mandela University
4 years
Our catering staff doing their bit and taking part in the world wide #JerusalemaChallenge
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Our Science Faculty certainly flew the flag at the December graduation with 15 PhD graduates - the highest number since the inception of summer graduation sessions. Research themes include Quantum Physics, Energy Optimisation, Bio-fuel Development, Conservation Management etc.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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Reasons to be Proud: Agricultural Sciences lecturer at Mandela Uni, Dr Qinisani Qwabe, has been appointed Chairperson of the Australian-Africa Universities Early Career Researchers Network (AAUECRsN) Forum. Read full story: ’s-Dr-Qinisani-Qwabe-elected-as
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Mandela University
5 years
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE: The November exam results are scheduled to be released after 4pm tomorrow, 3 December 2019.
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Mandela University
3 years
"This is for all the teenage moms who think they can’t make it in life. You can master it all sis. " Read last frame for full story #MandelaGrad
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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The new Transnet headquarters in Port Elizabeth honours the SS Mendi and was designed by Mandela Uni Alumnus, Dominic Bonnesse. #architecturedesign
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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7 Nelson Mandela University alumni have recently been announced as being among the 2024 Mail & Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans. Lynn Daphne Rudolph - Arts & Entertainment Ziyanda Sibeko - Legal Services Sinazo Nqeketo - Technology & Innovation Curwyn Mapaling - Education
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Well done to Thandazani Nonfingzana ( @chapstudios ), a Mandela Uni 4th year Fashion & Textile Design student who has been selected as one of the 10 finalists in the 2018 Nando's Hot Young Designer Talent Search. Nando's received 420 entries in this prestigious competition.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Nelson Mandela University officially opens it administrative offices today.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
3 years
#MEDICAL SCHOOL - Update: History in the making as Mandela Uni’s Medical School in full swing Read full story:
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Welcome to all our students on the first day of lectures for 2018!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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Wishing all our students a happy recess period! P.S. this is our 10 000th tweet.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
DATA ALLOCATION FOR JUNE. Dear students, we will be provisioning the next allocation of data to students on the 3/4th June as the previous allocation will expire. You are encouraged to make sure that we have the correct cell phone number reflected on our systems.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Justice Dikgang Moseneke delivers his address after receiving an Honorary Doctorate of Law from Nelson Mandela University.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
STUDENTS - the provisional exam results will be published on 22 June 2018 at the end of the day.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
Mandela Uni families making grad fashionable. These are the support structures who make graduation days possible. #MakeGraduationFashionable Well done to all the graduates and their families. 👏🏾🎓 #MandelaGrad19 #MandelaUniGrad
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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In the International Year for Indigenous Languages, a Doctorate in isiXhosa was awarded to Dr Zoleka Hempe - the seventh such doctorate since the first one was awarded at Mandela University ten years ago. #ntingantakandini
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
8 years
More congrats to NMMU alumnus, @AmandaBlackSA , on winning the Listeners Choice Award - in addition to best R&B song at #MMA16 .
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
We are happy to report that our missing Ugandan student, Timothy Lukwago, has returned and is safe in the company of his family. Thank you to the University community for your support and concern.
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Mandela University
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At the age of 26, Gabriella Berman is the youngest PhD graduate in Nelson Mandela University’s Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences since the merger in 2005. Read the full story: #MandelaUniGrad23
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Let's support Mandela Uni student, Onke Sotshongaye, a third year BA Media, Communications & Culture student who hosts the drive time show on Madibaz Radio. He has made it on to the TRU FM's Top 18 Radio Presenter Search. Vote for Onke!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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Congratulations on your graduation @MabunziZimi 🎓👏 We are proud of you! #MandelaGrad #MandelaUniGrad23 #zimimabunzi 🎬 : @wavedmountain
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
#ExamTime at Mandela University. Remember to take breaks and exercise!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
A record number of more than 6700 students will graduate at NMMU this week & next.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
MISSING STUDENT. One of our international students has been reported missing from Annie’s Cove. Timothy Calvin Lukwango is 19 years old, 1,69m tall and from Uganda. If seen or you know anything please contact Protection Services on 0415042009/3483.
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Mandela University
5 years
Funeka Mbatha (BCom Hons Econ), Asanda Koyo (Adv Dip Econ), Yona Siyongwana (BA Hons Polit Sci), Dan Danisa (Law) & Ayanda Nompume (Adv Dip Bus Stud) were selected for the prestigious 2019 Friedrich Ebert Stiftung/Fort Hare Autumn School on Social Democracy and Political Science.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
1 year
The Launch and Renaming of the Law Faculty Building #NelsonMandelaRenaming #ChiefJusticeZondo
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Let's support Madibaz Radio presenter, Anathi Melele, who has made it to the voting stages of the 2021 Tru Talent Search hosted by Tru FM. SMS Radio 1 to 39721 to vote for him.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
2 years
Thread: Atuweni Jawadu graduated with her Economics & Business Management qualification. The 23 year old Malawian born nail technician has been running Koji Beauty ( @kojibeauty ) for 2 years in Gqeberha (PE), which she started in hard lockdown 2020 #YouthMonth22 📸: Hlomla Puzi
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congrats to Lu-Jade Pienaar, a 3rd year BPharm students who was crowned Miss Port Elizabeth at the Boardwalk Hotel Conference Centre on Saturday.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
3 years
Our medical students are centred in community engagement “Visiting people in their home, standing with them where they are and listening to the story of their lives, yields an invaluable experience no textbook can give.” – Prof Fikile Nomvete #MandelaUniMedicalSchool
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
Masters student Thembeka Sdinane was awarded the DST-Albertina Sisulu Fellowship in the masters category at the annual SA Women in Science Awards – making history as the 1st Mandela Uni student to be recognised in the Humanities& Social Sciences categories 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 #WomensMonth2019
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Alumnus Vanessa Mhlom,a business analyst at the Nybble financial technology company in Johannesburg,came up with the idea to develop a Lockdown Levels app to give users detailed updated information about their district’s lockdown level,using a smartphone GPS-tracking capability
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
The University has noted government's measures regarding the COVID-19 global pandemic, as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa this evening. We will issue a statement on campus-specific measures in due course. #CoronaVirusSA #covid19SA #COVID ー19 #CoronaVirusUpdates
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
Happy New Year!!!! #2020
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
3 years
#EVENTS - Launch: SARChI Chair in African Feminist Imagination 05 June 2021 | 15:00-17:30 Webinar Registration :
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Our new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sibongile Muthwa, is officially installed. Completing the trio of strong, African women at the helm of our University.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
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Medical doctor, entrepreneur, author & philanthropist, Judy Dlamini, was today awarded an honorary doctorate by Mandela Uni. Here with (L-R) Vice-Chancellor: Prof Sibongile Muthwa, Chancellor: Dr Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi @GJFras and Chair of Council: Nozipho January-Bardill.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
Don’t put it off – apply online today: The application closing date is 5 February 2021. Find the answers to other MBChB FAQs here: Email us: medicalschool @mandela .ac.za #MyMandela #2021MandelaUni #MBChB #HealthSciences
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
Good luck to all students for the start of your final exams tomorrow. Believe in yourself and your abilities. Know that the hard work you’ve put in throughout the year will help you achieve your goals! #exams #study #achieve
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Everyone is ready and the inauguration is about to start...
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
It's Spring!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Mandela Uni Graduation Day 3 🎓 #mandelagrad18 #mandelauniversity
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Today is the day! The launch of Nelson Mandela University. #NelsonMandelaUniversity #MandelaUniLaunch
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
We have noted with concern that there may be individuals selling academic application forms to prospective students. Applications for academic admission are FREE at our University - no applicant should pay to obtain a form to study here.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congrats to senior students (L-R) Aphiwe Bizani, Zimase Ranisi, Zanele Mkele, Luan Staphosrt & Zilondiwe Goge who were selected for the prestigious Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, Fort Hare Autumn School on Social Democracy & Political Economy 2018.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Our new VC, Prof Sibongile Muthwa, addresses first years and their parents #MandelaUniWelcome
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
The University has developed its own internal emergency alert button system for the 180 computer laboratories, including its 24-hour labs, as part of the University’s safety and security plan towards safer campuses.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
#NelsonMandelaUniversity flags are flying!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
Nelson Mandela University Summer Graduation Ceremony Nelson Mandela University graduation held on the 11 of December. Faculty of Education #MandelaUniGrad #MandelaSummerGrad #nmugraduation
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
5 years
This afternoon we launch our Naming & Renaming Project, with Phase 1 being the renaming of eight of our residences. #sijikizinto
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
4 years
#COVID19 - Today, about 450 Mandela Uni students boarded buses to their homes across the country. The students, assisted through the response team that included the SRC & management, are among the last to leave the residences as part of the institution's response to COVID-19.
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
7 years
Congrats to NMMU PR Alumnus, @Samkelwe14 Gqomo who has been invited to the 8th University Scholars Leadership Symposium at the UN in Bangkok
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
8 years
Congrats to NMMU Master's in Political Science student @Qaqi_Beynon - selected as the EC Mentor for the TV series @FutureLeadersTV Season 4
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Enjoy the last few days of your vacation!
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@MandelaUni
Mandela University
6 years
Congratulations to our 800 graduates in the Faculty of Arts who will celebrate with their friends and family today!
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