George Campus Latest News

Prof Adele Potgieter recognised with a Prestigious Faculty Research Award

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 22:00:00 GMT

The Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences (BES) annually celebrates excellence in research through its prestigious awards. These accolades honour exceptional achievements across four key categories within research: Emerging Researcher of the Year, Sustainable Researcher of the Year, Researcher of the Year, and Integrative Researcher of the Year.

Nelson Mandela University’s George Campus Hosted Global Conservation Workshop

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:00:00 GMT

A global gathering of young conservation researchers recently took place, as Nelson Mandela University’s George Campus proudly hosted the Interdisciplinary Conservation Network (ICN) 2025 Workshop from 6 to 10 October 2025.

The Faces Behind the Flavour: Meet the 'Russian Special Lady' of George Campus

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 22:00:00 GMT

It's not every day that staff and students take a moment to connect with the people who prepare and serve the meals that fuel their busy days. But behind the kitchen counter at Nelson Mandela University’s George Campus is a warm, familiar face who’s earned a special nickname from the students — the Russian Special Lady.

George Campus Launches Waste Management Project

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 22:00:00 GMT

Nelson Mandela University’s George Campus has taken an important step in promoting everyday sustainability by launching the first phase of its Waste Management Project.

Nature Conservation Article – Mr W. Matthee

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 22:00:00 GMT

In a big world, little things significantly matter at large

A new world: Siyabonga journey of courage

Thu, 29 May 2025 22:00:00 GMT

On a misty May morning, a few years ago, Siyabonga Manana’s life changed unimaginably.

Campus Head, Dr Kaluke Mawila engages with local student leaders.

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:00:00 GMT

In the spirit of collaboration and campus engagement, the Campus Principal Dr Kaluke Mawila hosted a successful meeting with the 2024 Local Student Representative Council (LSRC).

Plant a tree, save the lungs of the world

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 22:00:00 GMT

In a vibrant celebration of Arbour Week, celebrated in the first week of September, Mandela University’s Forestry Association hosted an event to echo environmental preservation and sustainability at the George Campus rugby field.

The event, themed "Plant a tree, save the lungs of the world", brought together students, staff, and community members in a collective effort.

Special awards in Forestry, Wood Technology and Veldfire Management

Mon, 22 May 2023 22:00:00 GMT

Top achievers in Forestry, Wood Technology and Veldfire Management were recognised for their excellence in the Diploma and Higher Certificate studies at a special awards ceremony recently held on George Campus in conjunction with the George graduation ceremony.

Wood technology students put their practice to good use

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 22:00:00 GMT

Wood Technology students from Mandela Uni’s George Campus have, over the years, built several useful timber installations for the campus and the town.