Mhlengi Khumalo @into.mbiyakwakhumalo   The North-West University (NWU) School of Chemical and Minerals Engineering transformed a high-stakes academic module into a public festival on Friday, 22 May. During this festival, fourth-year engineering students stepped away from traditional computer simulations to display their practical coursework at the local Snowflake venue.     The moving of the annual exhibition off-campus allowed the general public to sample student-made beverages and cheeses alongside official grading […]

Akhona Maphumulo  @akhonamaphumulo9   The Department of Higher Education and Training has placed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) under administration following ongoing governance instability, operational failures and concerns over non-compliance and fraud. Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela announced the decision during a media briefing, stating that the intervention aims to restore accountability, improve operations and rebuild trust within the institution.   Being placed under administration means […]

Maruné Nel @muisnel14   Living life stress-free is one of the hardest things to do as a student in modern society. However, you can still create those stress-free moments where the only notifications you receive are from the birds overhead, the only deadlines are getting back before sunset, and the only marks you are chasing are the ones on a trail map.   For students at the North-West University (NWU), […]

Miné Fourie  @mine.fouriee   Looking for a sport that combines fitness, fun, and the outdoors? The canoe club at North-West University’s (NWU) Potchefstroom campus offers students and locals the chance to get active on the water, with no prior experience required. The club provides a refreshing escape from academic pressures while promoting an active and social lifestyle — all while enjoying the beautiful Potchefstroom landscape.   The club is open […]

 Caitlyn Miles @Kaitlynmiles123                                                                                                                             The Potchefstroom community has been left shaken after the death of 18-year-old Charlize Botha on 11 April, following a motor accident on Thabo Mbeki Street. The 21-year-old driver remains in critical condition with possible sentencing ahead. While the outcome is devastating, decisions leading up to nights like these are deeply familiar to students.   A third-year student, whose identity is known to Wapad, […]