After overcoming setbacks, difficult experiments and refining his groundbreaking research, UP biochemist Prof Samkelo Malgas has been awarded the prestigious 2026 NRF Research Excellence Award! Pretoria, South Africa (26…
What started as a simple appeal for educational toys and learning materials two months ago has turned into bright smiles, wide-eyed excitement, and new learning opportunities for the children of…
Jumping Kids beneficiaries and their families came together for a fun morning celebrating movement. Pretoria, South Africa (22 October 2026) – There was football to play, a water slide…
Thanks to businesses and suppliers committed to uplifting women and communities, SPAR North Rand’s annual Supplier Golf Day was able to clear the financial barriers for four deserving students –…
When environmental activist Cetric Mphofela spotted an overflowing bin on Midstream Ridge Drive, he didn’t just drive past. He pulled over to empty it, showing us all how simple acts…
When organising this year’s Principal’s Concert, the University of Pretoria set out not only to stage a stunning showcase celebrating our African heritage, but also to put hard-earned degrees directly…
Nearly 100 transplant athletes and 10 donors came together in Pretoria for four days of competition, friendship and a powerful celebration of the second chance at life. Pretoria, South…
University of Pretoria’s Prof Elsabe Kearsley has found a way to transform dilapidated inner-city buildings by using sustainable cement and concrete aggregates made from the construction waste dumped in the…
South Africa’s top skateboarders and emerging talent battled for honours across the Junior, Women’s and Men’s divisions at Thrashers Skatepark. Pretoria, South Africa (23 September 2026) – Pretoria was…
Dexter the pup has made veterinary history! He has become the first patient at Onderstepoort’s veterinary hospital to undergo a minimally invasive procedure to correct a congenital heart condition. …
Where mind meets heart
“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop.” - Mother Teresa
