Month: March 2026

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Sport

HOEKOM STUDENTE NA SKOOL MET SPORT OPHOU 

Miné Fourie @mine.fouriee   Vir ‘n groot gedeelte van skoliere was sport ‘n weeklikse aktiwiteit. Of dit nou netbal, hokkie, swem of skaak was, sport was ‘n algemene tydsbedryf. Op universiteit word dit wel duidelik dat sport ‘n bysaak is en dat niemand skielik meer tyd (of lus) het om na ‘n besige dag hulle oefen tekkies aan te trek nie.   ‘n Groot rede vir die afname in sport […]

todayMarch 29, 2026 17 4

News

STUDENT ORGANISATIONS BUILD CAMPUS COMMUNITY

Tebello Monokwa @tebello_monokwa   The Potchefstroom Students’ Campus Council (SCC) plays a crucial role in shaping campus student life by fostering community, supporting students' needs, and developing leadership skills beyond the lecture room.   In addition, Thakgalo Matsimela, Chairperson of Student Academic Chapter (SAC) under the Faculty of Humanities, said that SAC focuses on representing student needs and interests within the faculty while promoting academic integrity and excellence. Matsimela explained […]

todayMarch 29, 2026 17

Arts and Entertainment

ARE THE PERFORMING ARTS FADING AWAY?

Maruné Nel  @muisnel14   During a CNN and Variety collaboration featured on Variety & CNN Town Hall on 24 February 2026, the actor and public figure in performing arts, Timothée Chalamet, sat down with Matthew McConaughey, also a renowned individual in the film industry. In their conversation-style interview, Timothée made what turned into an extremely controversial statement about the performing arts, especially ballet and opera.   “I don't want to […]

todayMarch 28, 2026 12 45

News

PRIVATE STUDENTS RAISE CONCERNS OVER POOR LIVING CONDITIONS 

Akhona Maphumulo@akhonamaphumulo9    Students at the North West University (NWU) Potchefstroom campus raised concerns about the living conditions in some of the private accommodations, saying it negatively affected their academic performance and well-being.   This issue is not unique to NWU. According to Inside Education, student accommodation shortages across South Africa continue to affect thousands of students and limit access to safe and affordable housing. The publication also reported that high […]

todayMarch 26, 2026 32 12

News

POTCHEFSTROOM FACES POWER PROBLEMS 

Abygail Smit  @abysmit06    Monday night, 23 March, students in Potchefstroom were abruptly disturbed by a sudden power outage that lasted far longer than expected.    On Friday, 20 March, residents on West Campus were informed that remedial testing and fault-finding activities would be conducted to ensure reliable electrical systems and proper operation during backup power conditions. Students living on West Campus were further informed that these testing methods may […]

todayMarch 26, 2026 22 4

Arts and Entertainment

WANNEER DIE LIGTE VAL EN SKADUWEES SING: BINGLE SÊR 2026

Amari Maré & Nathan Arnold @amari.mare Translations follows   Van motorfietsryers tot alle soorte katte en wildtuindiere, Bingle Serenade het alles gehad. Die verhoog was lewendig met verskillende slepe en hul interpretasie van ’n beroemde toneelstuk. Nie net het hul voete gedans nie, maar hul stemme was ’n swewende melodie wat die gehoor betower het.   Bingle Serenade (Bingle Sêr) is ’n jaarlikse gebeurtenis waar mededingende slepe optredes, sang en […]

todayMarch 25, 2026 42 3

Arts and Entertainment

‘RESONANS’: NWU-PUK CHOIR RELEASES NEW ALBUM

Tumelo Mogale @mogale.__   The North-West University (NWU) choir, conducted by Kobus Venter, has captivated audiences once again with their latest ten-track album, Resonans. This has marked a new creative chapter for choral music on campus.   The NWU choir, known for its rich harmonies and dynamic performances, has long been a cultural cornerstone on campus. It has brought students together through their shared love for choral music. Over the […]

todayMarch 25, 2026 119 17

Arts and Entertainment

SWEET, SOEBAT EN VERHOOGLIGTE: DIE EERSTEJAARSKONSERT-ERVARING

Hardus Kruger  @harduskruger   Na onmeetbare voorbereiding staan jy daar, die gordyne toegetrek voor jou oë. ’n Vreemde deuntjie speel, en kort daarna hoor jy die stemme van mense in jou produksie. Jou hart klop uit jou bors terwyl die eerstejaar langs jou nog sy plek probeer vind. Stofwolke sak voor jou neer. Die gordyne verdwyn voor jou oë. Skare en ligte verdoof en verblind jou. Jy is ’n deelnemer […]

todayMarch 24, 2026 58 19 3

Arts and Entertainment

DOWN FOR DOOMSDAY: MEMES, WAR AND GEN Z

Caitlyn Miles & Fulufhelo Nesane  @pigsareweird21 & @Kaitlynmiles123   From stickers to GIFs and surprised Pikachu faces to Shia LeBouf’s infamous “Just Do It!”, memes have become the hallmark of modern humour. With their origins rooted in pop culture and entertainment, they have rapidly become Gen Z's way to express themselves.   What is a meme?   The word “meme” was introduced in 1976 by evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins in […]

todayMarch 24, 2026 14 3

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