Centenary Celebration: Faculty of Humanities turns 100
December 3, 2019
MARYKE STEYNVAART On 17 October 2019, UP Campus Tours took guests back in time during the 100th-anniversary celebration of the Faculty of the Huma...
UP a top four university in South Africa
October 31, 2019
MOSES MAILE The University of Pretoria has been ranked as one of the top universities in South Africa in terms of graduate employability, accord...
Keeping eyes on the prize
October 31, 2019
FRANCOIS DE BRUYN As students, we all have our specific method of studying, some of us listen to recorded class notes, watch videos, buy and rea...
UP’s Prof. Roger Deane wins 2020 Breakthrough Prize for Fundamental Physics
October 31, 2019
TOCHUKWU ERESIA-EKE If you’re one to keep up with the happenings of campus life and news then you’ve probably already heard of the young UP Prof...
A sweet deed
October 31, 2019
MARNÉ SWANEPOEL South Africa’s National Cupcake Day 4 Kids with Cancer was on 28 September.
Chasing Change with TEDxUP
October 31, 2019
SUSANNA ANBU The University of Pretoria’s annual TEDx talk was held on 13 September 2019.
A Mural of Remembrance
October 31, 2019
FRANCOIS DE BRUYN AND SUSANNA ANBU The UP&Out society started its Pride Week line-up of events with the painting of a mural in memory of the...
“We are queer, we are here, and we have no fear”
October 31, 2019
YOLANDE SITHOLE AND SUSANNA ANBU The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual plus (LGBTQ+) community took part in a pride ...
Reflection Spectrum
October 31, 2019
MOSES MAILE AND JADE DAVE-MIDLANE From 14 to 19 October the University of Pretoria celebrated pride week.
Walk for Freedom with A21
October 30, 2019
SUSANNA ANBU On 19 October 2019, the A21 Campaign conducted its 6th annual Walk for Freedom across five hundred cities and fifty countries in so...
Is the queer community safe?
October 24, 2019
TIFFANY SMITH South Africa was the first country in the world to pass laws that protect individuals against discrimination based on sexual orien...
Recap: #AmINext protests at UP
October 9, 2019
SUSANNA ANBU, KAYLA THOMAS AND SAM MUKWAMU On 2 September students began protesting outside Apartments on William (AOW), calling for an alleged...
Recap: Defamation cases opened after #AmINext naming and shaming on social media
October 9, 2019
CAREL WILLEMSE Approximately 10 cases of defamation of character were opened at the Brooklyn SAPS station following the public naming of allege...
Recap: Social media reports of abductions unverified
October 8, 2019
KAYLA THOMAS AND LEAH REES Following the student vigils and demonstrations around Hatfield Campus on 2 and 3 September, multiple reports of wome...
“Neo was a trendsetter”
October 8, 2019
YOLANDA SITHOLE The faculty of education held a memorial on 18 September in remembrance of Dineo ‘Neo’ Morula, the memorial service was held at...
Javett-UP: Convicted murderer’s art faces backlash
October 8, 2019
KAYLA THOMAS AND KRISTIN DE DECKER On 24 September the Javett Art Centre (Javett-UP) opened its doors to the public but was soon met with backla...
Introducing student innovators: Letterbox
October 8, 2019
SAM MUKWAMU Letterbox is a customer and feedback collection application for business, and gives users a platform to make their voices heard, wit...
Javett-UP opens to the public
October 8, 2019
SAM MUKWAMU On 24 September, Heritage Day, the Javett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria (Javett-UP) officially opened its doors to the pu...
Who is Next? What is next?
October 8, 2019
KRISTIN DE DECKER Gender-based violence (GBV) has dominated most topics of conversation around campus recently, spurred on by vigils, social med...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder among Health Sciences Students
October 6, 2019
MOSES MAILE From 30 September to 4 October, the University of Pretoria will be hosting its annual Anti-Discrimination and Social Justice Week.
The role of the traditional healers in South Africa
October 4, 2019
MOSES MAILE AND JADE DAVE-MIDLANE On 1 September the Faculty of Health Sciences, at the University of Pretoria Prinshof campus, hosted daily the...
Defamation cases opened after #AmINext naming and shaming on social media
September 13, 2019
CAREL WILLEMSE Approximately 10 cases of defamation of character were opened at the Brooklyn SAPS station following the public naming of alleged...
Students continue to protest around Hatfield
September 5, 2019
Kayla Thomas On the evening of 4 September the student movement against gender based violence and sexual assault, #OneRapistOneBullet,...
Social media reports of abductions in Hatfield unverified
September 4, 2019
Kayla Thomas and Leah Rees There is no waiting time to report a missing person.
UP holds vigil in solidarity with victims of xenophobia and gender based violence
September 3, 2019
Stephanie Cookson The University of Pretoria held a vigil on 3 September to address the on-going xenophobic violence in Pretoria and issues of s...
Student unrest in response to gender based violence
September 3, 2019
Susanna Anbu, Kayla Thomas and Sam Mukwamu At approximately 22:00 on 2 September students began protesting outside Apartments on William (AOW) a...
Breaking News: Students protest regarding gender-based violence
September 3, 2019
SAM MUKWAMU AND KAYLA THOMAS At approximately 14:30 on 3 September students marched to the Brooklyn Police Station, and thereafter to Du South ...
2019 SRC preliminary results
August 28, 2019
The preliminary results of the 2019 SRC elections saw David Kabwa re-elected for a second term as SRC president.
The final SRC circus
August 28, 2019
Kristin De Decker Election time fills the campus with electricity and passionate political displays.
TuksRes temporarily cancels meal bank initiative
August 20, 2019
Ntokozo Zondo On the evening of 19 August, residence students received a message on WhatsApp groups from their chairs and prims alerting them of...
TuksRes implement Meal Bank programme
August 20, 2019
TuksRes, in conjunction with the Residence sub-council, have implemented a Meal Bank programme.
Innovative THINKing at UP
August 20, 2019
On 13 August the Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) THINK Bench was officially unveiled on the lawn outside Humanities.
The decolonial turn: transforming our psychology curriculum
August 8, 2019
KATHERINE ATKINSON On 17 July the University of Pretoria hosted its tenth public lecture centred on curriculum transformation.
The Universe summarised in a lecture
August 8, 2019
SUSANNA ANBU On 17 July the Musiaon hosted a public lecture by astrophysicist, Professor Roger Deane, who was one of the key-players involved in...
2019 SRC election season opens
July 25, 2019
STAFF REPORTER The 2019 SRC election season was officially opened on Tuesday 23 July by the Director of Student Affairs, Dr Matete Madiba.
Student sentenced after cell phone robbery
June 4, 2019
CAREL WILLEMSE SAPS has welcomed the sentence handed down on a UP student who was arrested after robbing a fellow student of her cell ...
Student arrested for cellphone robbery
May 21, 2019
A screengrab of the CCTV footage showing a student’s cell phone being grabbed by a perpetrator in the Hatfield Studios lobby Student arrested fo...
Starving rape culture through accountability
May 20, 2019
HLOMPHO MOICHELA On 13 May Law House held a seminar titled “Rape culture and sexual health”.
University of Pretoria Debating Union hosts annual Intervarsity Debating Tournament
May 20, 2019
University of Pretoria Debating Union hosts annual Intervarsity Debating Tournament SHANNON DELBRIDGE From 11 to 12 May the University of Preto...
Legalities of trading Concerta and Ritalin
May 10, 2019
Legalities of trading Concerta and Ritalin ALISON MASSEY Most of us know of someone who has bought Ritalin or Concerta during a stressful pe...
Illegal prescription drug trade hits UP
May 10, 2019
KATHERINE ATKINSON The informal trade of Concerta and Ritalin among UP students is believed to be somewhat prolific.
Award season in the Humanities Faculty
May 10, 2019
ENG 300 award recipients: Dylan van Wyk, Alison Massey and Venetia Beytell.
Introducing TEDxUniversityofPretoria
May 10, 2019
Introducing TEDxUniversityofPretoria EARNEST NYAMUTSAMBA Technology, Entertainment and Design University of Pretoria (TEDxUniversityofPretoria...
Tuks FM’s transformation means success at Liberty Radio Awards
May 10, 2019
Tuks FM’s transformation means success at Liberty Radio Awards HLOMPHO MOICHELA Of the 18 nominations that Tuks FM received at the 2019 Libe...
Inspirational graduates
May 9, 2019
Inspirational graduates KATHERINE ATKINSON Once again, April has been a month which celebrates academic success at the University of Pretoria.
UP’s first Sexual Assault Awareness Week
May 9, 2019
UP’s first Sexual Assault Awareness Week HLOMPHO MOICHELA A collaboration between UNASA UP and SpeakOut birthed the University of ...
Pill popping to pass: The effects of Concerta and Ritalin
May 8, 2019
Pill popping to pass: The effects of Concerta and Ritalin STEPHANIE COOKSON AND SHANTÉ KROUKAMP In July 2017, News24 wrote that “t...
#Walk4Access reach their destination
April 12, 2019
EARNEST NYAMUTSAMBA On 10 April, the thirteen students from UP who embarked on the #Walk4Acces campaign finished their journey at the Union Buil...
First-ever image of a black hole released
April 10, 2019
UP’s Prof Roger Deane with a simulated image of a black hole.
SRC holds first mass meeting
January 28, 2019
Resego Molele On 23 April, the SRC announced on their official Facebook page that they would be hosting a mass meeting on 8 May at the Piazza, H...
UP’s Open Day now online
May 18, 2018
The Economic Freedom Fighters Student Command (EFFSC) have disagreed with the implementation of the Virtual Online open day, advocating for the p...
Pregnancies at UP increase
May 18, 2018
The Gauteng Department of Health (DOH), according to various media reports, are experiencing financial difficulties.
Step It Up 2018 round up
May 18, 2018
Overall, their performance was funny and synchronized.
UP Autumn graduation roundup
May 18, 2018
Fundiswa Sizani of the Department of Student Affairs was one of the graduates.
Step It UP replaces Serrie
May 18, 2018
Stanzi Malan told Perdeby that “the fact that it is an entirely new event meant that participation was automatically lower since it’s unfamiliar”.
UP in possession of possible Rembrandt
May 18, 2018
Ricardo Teixeira The 107-year-old Old Arts building at the University of Pretoria was once a building that held lectures and is now a ...
Additional funds allocated to NSFAS
May 18, 2018
Henri Uys Minister of Higher Education and Training, Naledi Pandor, announced on 24 April that an additional R7.
Action taken against Kyle Goosen for racial slur
April 23, 2018
Koketso Ngwenya On 18 October 2017, SRC member for Marketing Media and Communications Kyle Goosen apologised in a Facebook post for the use of a...
UP to distribute condoms on campus
April 23, 2018
Henri Uys By the end of May this year, male and female condoms will be available for staff and students on all UP campuses and residences.
African Union considers a single currency
April 23, 2018
This is due to the fact that currently, only 16% of African exports go to other African countries, and the rest go overseas, whereas 70% of trade...
Liberty Radio Awards 2018
April 23, 2018
The afternoon drive show award winners are presenters Sila Odhuno, who currently studies a Masters in African-European Cultural Relations and has...
CSG amendment suggestions poorly communicated
April 23, 2018
M BALI MKHITHI On the 27 March, the First Quarter Student Forum was held by the SRC in the Sanlam Auditorium.
Engineering Study Centre floods
April 23, 2018
Ditebogo Tshaka On 12 April, the Engineering Study Centre on Hatfield campus flooded.
Water and electricity cuts inconvenience OP res students
April 23, 2018
Katherine Atkinson Students at Onderstepoort residence have experienced frequent water and electricity disruptions this year.
SRC first quarterly Student Forum collapses
April 1, 2018
UPDATE: In a previous version of this article we stated that SRC Treasurer Duanne van Wyk "shouted inaudible remarks at objecting members of the Ho...
UP wins 2018 Varsity Athletics
March 26, 2018
Speaking to Perdeby, Pretorius said “It was a good race, I enjoyed myself a lot.
TuksFM donates profits to the SRC
March 26, 2018
HENRI UYS On 23 March, TuksFM donated its profits from 2016 to the Student Representative Council (SRC).
Vertically Integrated Project comes to UP
March 26, 2018
According to Viljoen, so far students have not encountered any challenges as the project is still new.
AMF activist Luvuyo Menziwa found guilty
March 26, 2018
Menziwa was ordered to apologise within five days of this ruling, which he did in a Facebook post.
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program
March 26, 2018
Fulbright’s prerequisites for qualification are that applicants are South African citizens or permanent residents, excel academically, are highly...
The transformation of Pretoria’s heritage landscape
March 26, 2018
A Political Sciences lecture at UP, Dr Mabutho Shangase said, “Going back to historical symbols, most of them are very divisive because primarily...
Firearm discharged at a popular student bar
March 12, 2018
The bar’s management said that since the incident, they have met with and consulted with various stakeholders to ensure the necessary steps are t...
SRC assists NSFAS students with accommodation
March 12, 2018
Mositi explained that he had been informed that students would need to pay for their own electricity, but that water was included in the overall ...
International students delayed in beginning the academic year
March 12, 2018
The International Office also stated that their duty is to ensure that all international students are complying with South Africa’s Immigration A...
SRC calls for first quarter student forum meeting
March 12, 2018
Correction: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that all questions for the SRC student forum meeting should be submitted by 21 Ma...
Pres Ramaphosa announces his first cabinet reshuffle
March 7, 2018
During the announcement, Pres.
UP’s Wi-Fi network frustrates students
March 5, 2018
Hadebe said that the university undertook projects, regarding the Wi-Fi services, last year.
UP’s Wi-Fi network frustrates students
March 5, 2018
Henri Uys UP provides free Wi-Fi services to its students and staff across most of its campuses and residences.
Students unhappy with UP’s take on gender-based violence
March 5, 2018
Masesi Tsotetsi As reported by The Citizen on 19 February, UP students are unhappy with the university’s progress regarding action taken to preven...
Students unhappy with UP’s take on gender-based violence
March 5, 2018
A final-year law student, Thiruna Naidoo, has expressed that the university has been trying to create a safer environment for students.
Luigi Di Sarro World Disclosure exhibition
March 5, 2018
The exhibition is curated by Prof.
Art exhibition in the Humanities building
March 5, 2018
Symons said the theme of the exhibition is the “racially specific militarisation and conscription of white males into the former South African De...
Mamelodi Campus Alumni Club launched
March 5, 2018
Shaun Sproule and Ricardo Teixeira On Saturday 17 February 2018, the University of Pretoria Mamelodi Campus Alumni Club was founded.
UP helps to empower creative entrepreneurs
March 5, 2018
Beth Arendse, CEO of the SA Creative Industries Incubator, said, “This programme was designed to be both engaging and challenging, introducing th...
Back to School Student Drive
February 21, 2018
Masesi Tsotetsi Menlyn Park Shopping Centre together with UP, ran a Back to School Student Drive.
Law House Launch Book Drive
February 21, 2018
Refilwe Mofokeng and Mbali Mkhithi Law House has organised a book drive to assists students who are unable to afford textbooks.
The Disability Movement wins big
February 19, 2018
According to an article on the conversation, it has been over a decade since the government “signed and ratified” the Convention on the Right of ...
UP and Language Month
February 19, 2018
However, UP currently does not have an interpreter in staff to assist Capital D deaf students.
Brooklyn SAPS concerned over street robberies in Hatfield
February 19, 2018
The media statement read, “Street robberies remain opportunistic crimes that can only be reduced through a combined effort of the community and t...
Zuma’s resignation: How did we get here?
February 19, 2018
Since the end of January, the NEC was involved with Zuma in a contentious discussion about Zuma’s exit.
Calls to drop #FMF activists’ charges
February 6, 2018
He went further, saying that education is a “weapon for everything”.
Sasco suspended as society
February 6, 2018
Together with the above reason, Sasco is said to have failed to produce a Managerial Report that was requested by the SRC Member for Societies, O...
Sonop excluded from student life
February 6, 2018
The chairpersons were to also ensure that where Sonop was in partnerships with other residences, a new partnership be facilitated for the other r...
TuksFM gets first female station manager
February 5, 2018
More on the surface, fans of the wide reaching radio station can expect a change to their programing and to the music the station plays.
Free education: A roundup
January 26, 2018
19 September Then Minister of Higher Education and Training, Blade Nzimande announced a proposed 8 percent increase in South African university t...
Hatfield’s four ‘crime wolves’
January 26, 2018
Vehicle-related crimes are one of the main crimes that students find themselves falling victim to.
Don’t judge a Library by its cover
January 26, 2018
Dozens of printers in the library allow students to print their work material.
UP students create transport initiative
January 26, 2018
DITEBOGO TSHAKA Three UP students have created a first year transport initiative in which they assist incoming first year students to get to the...
The heart of the university: The student centre
January 26, 2018
TuksSport and TuksRAG also make use of the student centre to introduce various events such as the different sports involved in Varsity Cup and RA...
Tuks technology and app support
January 25, 2018
MBALI MKHITHI Many of the services available on campus are found online or arrangements to utilise them are made online.
Tuks technology and app support
January 25, 2018
IT support, on the other hand, provides a variety of services that are related to either a student’s laptop, tablet, or smartphone, connecting t...
The UP Student Portal
January 25, 2018
MBALI MKHITHI The student portal is an online gateway where UP students can log into the university network to access important information rega...
The UP Student Portal
January 25, 2018
On the page, easy access to the library, UP web and Tuks google account are available on the top left.
Plagiarism at UP
January 25, 2018
In order to ensure that students do not plagiarise, they are required to submit their assignments through Turnitin, an internet-based plagiarism ...
Vodacom provides free data for Vodacom-registered students
January 25, 2018
In the press release, Alberts Breed, Vodacom Managing Executive for the Western Cape Region, said, “This intervention is a demonstration of Vodac...
USAf says no “walk-ins” will be allowed at public universities
January 4, 2018
The statement describes that it was then the universities’ task to work out how to implement the new NSFAS provisions in ways that are most effec...
Fees Commission report released: a roundup
November 13, 2017
Perdeby highlights some details we found in the executive summary and report: 1- The report states that although “everyone has a right to fu...
UP worker dies
November 12, 2017
Mabudafhasi told TimesLIVE that he is traumatised and [doesn’t] think counselling will help”.
SRC calls for mandate from students at mass meeting
October 30, 2017
CHAD JOHNSTON On 27 October, the SRC called a mass meeting at the amphitheatre of the Hatfield campus to discuss UP’s proposed fee increments.
UP students film themselves using K-word
October 27, 2017
UP’s 2018 proposed fees increase
October 25, 2017
It is at this sitting that “clarity on the University’s proposed increases will be provided and students subsequently [will be] informed”.
UP’s 2018 proposed fees increase
October 25, 2017
DITEBOGO TSHAKA On 23 October, UP’s SRC released a statement highlighting UP’s proposed fee increments for 2018.
CSA&G senior staff member faces sexual harassment charges
October 23, 2017
DITEBOGO TSHAKA AND KOKETSO NGWENYA On 16 October a group of students and volunteers at the Centre for Sexualities, Aids and Gender (CSA&G) he...
Gather Online comes to South Africa
October 23, 2017
Another factor that can prove to be beneficial for students is that one can customise the settings and filter out options that might require a lo...
SRC member apologises for using a racial slur
October 23, 2017
DITEBOGO TSHAKA Kyle Goosen, SRC representative for Marketing Media and Communications is facing an internal disciplinary hearing for calling SRC ...
Campus News Bites 23 October 2017
October 23, 2017
UP Education student wins Miss Earth SA Irini Moutzouris, a final year student in the Faculty of Education, has been crowned Miss Earth SA.
TRWLA host year-end graduation ceremony
October 23, 2017
Various awards were given to management and facilitators as well as the ladies who had completed the programme successfully.
Intervarsity News 23 October 2017
October 23, 2017
University of Witwatersrand (Wits) After weeks of student campaigning, Wits held their SRC elections online for the first time during the wee...
UP entrepreneurship event: Ignite Ideathon
October 23, 2017
In the line up for the event, other than the Ideathon itself, was speed mentoring for students who want to pursue entrepreneurship as well as exh...
Campus News Bites 16 October 2017
October 17, 2017
UP’s Law makes Top 100 in the world According to the Times Higher Education Law subject ranking, UP has been ranked 92nd in the world of law ...
Support for students as suicide rates rise
October 17, 2017
According to the SRC deputy secretary, Kutlwano Mositi, the SRC had a meeting with UP principal and vice-chancellor, Prof.
Dennis Ngango: UP’s rising social star
October 17, 2017
REFILWE MOFOKENG On 7 October UP student, Dennis Ngango, made it to the top three of the Samsung Social star competition, where finalists were g...
Dennis Ngango: UP’s rising social star
October 17, 2017
Ngango is a fourth year Industrial Engineering student and digital content creator.
#DESACares gives back to the female community
October 17, 2017
MASESI TSOTETSI The staff members for the Department of Enrolment and Student Administration (DESA), together with the Sistagirl Foundation dona...
#DESACares gives back to the female community
October 17, 2017
The Sistagirl Foundation is a non-profit organisation that assists underprivileged girls and women with skills and abilities to accumulate self-...
Hooqey aims to connect students with one another
October 17, 2017
According to him, he found a lot of accounts relating to the university and thus could not find what he was searching for.
UP preserves unframed art
October 17, 2017
KOKETSO NGWENYA AND DITEBOGO TSHAKA On 27 September, the Department of UP Arts announced that it would begin to conserve over 8 600 unframed art...
UP preserves unframed art
October 17, 2017
According to Prof.
SRC joins forces to combat campus hunger
October 17, 2017
MBALI MKHITHI From 10-11 October, the UP SRC, in collaboration with academic representatives from various faculty houses continued with a food dri...
‘Democracy & Delusion’ book launch
October 17, 2017
The book aims to educate and inform the reader on different myths that exist in the country's democracy.
Tuks pride week at a glance
October 10, 2017
CHAD JOHNSTON LGBTIAQ+ society, UP&Out hosted pride week from 26 to 29 September, which aimed to celebrate pride within the LGBTIAQ+ community.
VarsityFootball final ends in violence
September 29, 2017
According to a spectator, UP student Nhlanhla Mthimunye, “[During] the first half everything was fine, everybody was singing.
Perdebate 18 September 2017
September 22, 2017
On 8 September the ex-officio SRC members, who could not be inaugurated along with the elective SRC portfolios on 31 August, were eventually inaugu...
New UP research facility, Future Africa, under construction
September 18, 2017
MARKO SVICEVIC A new research facility for UP, Future Africa, is currently under construction on the UP experimental farm.
Solar Power at UP underway
September 18, 2017
MARKO SVICEVIC UP’s Hatfield Campus will soon boast an impressive array of solar panels on some of its buildings, boosting the university’s sustai...
Campus News Bites 18 September 2017
September 18, 2017
The University of Witwatersrand was crowned the overall winners of the competition for their beverage “Big Petr Pils”.
SAWIP participants express their views on South African issues
September 14, 2017
The program in itself spans for seven months, during which participants are exposed to various kinds of challenges that enable them to develop sp...
Faces competition has its first winner
September 14, 2017
The competition was open to all students across Africa who were challenged to create a short fictional film or animation with a maximum length of...
Constitutional clause causes chaos: Black ex-officio SRC members step down for white candidates to take their places
September 11, 2017
MARKO SVICEVIC, SHAUN SPROULE, HENRI UYS, CHAD JOHNSTON On 31 August, the 2017/2018 Student Representative Council (SRC) was officially inaugurated.
CAAC creates awareness for disabilities
September 11, 2017
HENRI UYS On 1 September, the Centre for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (CAAC) hosted a disability awareness event at the Piazza on th...
Car guards: eyes and ears of the police
September 11, 2017
Colette Weilbach, Brooklyn SAPS’ spokesperson, told the Pretoria East Rekord, “For many years, informal car guards in the congested parking area...
Anti-Discrimination Week overview
September 11, 2017
NTOMBI MKANDHLA In light of drafting a new anti-discrimination policy, UP ran an Anti-Discrimination Week from 28 August to 1 September across all...
Campus News Bites 11 September 2017
September 11, 2017
UP’s Aula Lawn to be temporarily closed The Aula Lawn on UP’s Hatfield campus will be closed temporarily for restoration and treatment, which is d...
Police presence outside Hatfield campus
September 11, 2017
Early on 6 September, a Nyala and two police vans were parked outside the Prospect street entrance.
Hatfield CID creating a better Hatfield environment
September 11, 2017
Luckoff said that the Hatfield CID’s biggest problem is vehicle-related incidents such as stolen vehicles and items being stolen from inside veh...
2017/2018 SRC inaugurated
September 4, 2017
The declaration of the free and fair elections will be announced electronically to the greater student body, added Dr Madiba.
Campus News Bites 4 September 2017
September 4, 2017
In addition, two PhD students were also recognized for their scientific efforts and were each granted the TATA Africa Scholarship for Women in Sc...
TuksExploratio gears up for Everest Challenge
September 4, 2017
The teams competing will have 24 hours to scale the equivalent height of Mount Everest (a staggering 8848 metres) at the UP climbing wall located...
WSU student accidentally paid R14 million
September 4, 2017
WSU spokesperson Yonela Tukwayo said that Mani will be liable for the amount of money that she has already spent, and added that the university h...
Campus News Bites 28 August 2017
August 28, 2017
UP excels in June 2017 ITC results The Economic Management Sciences Faculty’s students and staff, enrolled in departments specialising in Fin...
State of the art centre – Javett-UP
August 28, 2017
According to the personal assistant to the Director of the Javett-UP, Samantha Saevitzon, the Javett-UP will have nine indoor exhibition spaces, ...
DASO UP wins 2017 SRC elections
August 28, 2017
Speaking to Perdeby, Moloto explained what he thought were the reasons for DASO’s win.
UP Department of Consumer Science launches new food labs
August 28, 2017
At the launch, Prof.
Fem fights abortion myths in South Africa
August 28, 2017
According to the press release, approximately 50% of women who choose to undergo an abortion, choose facilities that are not up to standard and a...
Becoming a work-ready graduate through UP initiatives
August 28, 2017
Career Services also assists students in accessing available on-campus jobs.
Promises and Lies – The Project of Freedom
August 28, 2017
The photographs, taken between 1989 and 1990, show multiple South African iconic freedom fighters, and are representative of a great turning poin...
Dregeana, the new Vividus Men
August 28, 2017
Dregeana Deputy Chairperson and Internal Affairs member Ben Ainsworth explained that several campaigns were done this year in order to change ext...
Erika and Olympus victorious at UP A Capella
August 14, 2017
During the three nights of prelims, residences performed with great enthusiasm while showcasing their different approaches to UP A Capella.
Campus News Bites, 14 August 2017
August 14, 2017
Speaking to the university, Oosthuizen said the prize has motivated and inspired him to do more.
YCL hosts 4th Annual Woman-of-Worth Network
August 14, 2017
This year, in conjunction with UP’s TSC, YCL partnered with the Young Alumni and Student Committee (Yascom) in support of their #GiveWhatYouCan i...
YCL hosts 4th Annual Woman-of-Worth Network
August 14, 2017
This year, in conjunction with UP’s TSC, YCL partnered with the Young Alumni and Student Committee (Yascom) in support of their #GiveWhatYouCan i...
UP student finalist in ocean pollution poster project
August 14, 2017
The Green Bauhaus poster project theme for 2017 was "SAVE THE OCEANS – Stop Plastic Pollution".
New app launched for UP’s libraries
August 14, 2017
The app, called UP Libraries, enables students to make use of UP’s Library Services whether they are on campus or not.
New app launched for UP’s libraries
August 14, 2017
The app, called UP Libraries, enables students to make use of UP’s Library Services whether they are on campus or not.
NSFAS opens applications for 2018
August 14, 2017
NSFAS funded approximately 524 950 students for the 2017 academic year and NSFAS expects this number to grow for the 2018 academic year.
NSFAS opens applications for 2018
August 14, 2017
NSFAS funded approximately 524 950 students for the 2017 academic year and NSFAS expects this number to grow for the 2018 academic year.
The Greenline represents UP at Annual Green Campuses Conference
August 14, 2017
Along with Green, two other The Greenline EC members Candice Elliot and Connor Smith went to Cape Town.
Learning Communities seminar
August 7, 2017
Madiba then spoke about the various challenges the DSA has faced with regard to impoverished students such as the need for food, toiletries, and ...
Uncertainty about Serenade
July 31, 2017
In a statement from STUKU, it is explained that the name change was suggested by the Executive Management of the University.
Queer Africa 2: New Stories launched at UP
July 31, 2017
The QSC is an informal group that aims to make UP more inclusive of queer identity through creative writing and expression.
Campus News Bites 31 July 2017
July 31, 2017
UP researchers assist in fight against bird flu outbreak Researchers at UP, together with the poultry industry and the Department of Agricul...
Anti-discrimination policy in the works
July 31, 2017
In a statement issued on 24 July, ADPWG acknowledged that there is a need to build a more “inclusive, transformed and reflexive institution,” giv...
Intervarsity News 31 July 2017
July 31, 2017
Nelson Mandela University (NMU) On 20 July, the university formally known as the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University relaunched itself as NMU.
2017/2018 SRC election update
July 31, 2017
Once the nomination process has been concluded, a final candidate list will be published on 3 August, the same day in which the campaigning perio...
UP alumni shine in prestigious M&G list
July 31, 2017
Chirwa, who is the media and communications officer at the national EFF Students’ Command, told M&G that her efforts combine activism with po...
YASCOM gathers donations for needy students
July 31, 2017
Rankapole added, “We have an initiative we call #GiveWhatYouCan whereby students, staff and anyone anywhere can donate whatever it is that they ...
Zinnia and Olienhout announced victors at Serrie Prelims
July 25, 2017
Olienhout and Erika won Best Reception, and Zinnia and Mopanie won Best Theme.
Campus News Bites 24 July 2017
July 24, 2017
Queer Africa 2: New Series Book launch On 27 July, Queer Africa 2: New Series will be launched at the Merensky Library Auditorium, on Hatfie...
TuksCamerata win Grand Prix of Nations
July 24, 2017
The win comes during TuksCamerata’s European Tour, from 15 to 31 July.
TSC Egypt benchmarking trip
July 24, 2017
Eleven out of the 12 TSC members went on the trip and were accompanied by two Department of Student Affairs staff members, Ms Fundiswa Sizani and...
Intervarsity News 24 July 2017
July 24, 2017
University of KwaZulu- Natal (UKZN) At 34 years old, Prof.
TUKS FM Woolly Winter campaign
July 24, 2017
According to Maloyi, Tuks FM has the “most giving listeners” as listeners have shown unwavering support for their campaign every year.
UP Withdraws from ATKV Serenade
July 24, 2017
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2018 SRC Elections under way
July 24, 2017
In the statement, the DSA said that “this is a major change and it should bring convenience and increased participation, and it should assist in ...
Tuks FM’s 67 hours for media freedom
July 24, 2017
As a radio station that seeks to produce content that is both empowering and entertaining to listeners, Maloyi added that they are “nevertheless...
Tuks FM’s 67 hours for media freedom
July 24, 2017
As a radio station that seeks to produce content that is both empowering and entertaining to listeners, Maloyi added that they are “nevertheless...
Students suspended over alleged hostage incident
June 11, 2017
Perdeby is in possession of correspondence between UP management, and the UP student commission, which is comprised of SASCO, PASMA, DASO, EFFSC,...
Nehawu strike at UP ends
June 1, 2017
According to the agreement reached, UP staff in post levels 5 to 10 will receive an increase in wages of 7%, with a once-off payment of R3 000.
Fifth annual Robot Race Day
May 30, 2017
Oosthuizen speaking to Perdeby said that working alone “had its challenges, especially when you reach roadblocks.
Nehawu protestors cause fire at Onderstepoort campus
May 26, 2017
UP spokesperson, Rikus Delport, confirmed to Perdeby that the fire was caused by protesting Nehawu workers.
Mass meeting at UP
May 19, 2017
Initially, Henrico Barnard, the TSC’s chairperson, was meant to chair the meeting.
Women protest against rape at UP
May 18, 2017
One female student who took part in the demonstration said, “I took part in the demonstration because I felt that we as women, particularly black...
Serrie 2017 cancelled
May 17, 2017
Pictures of male UP residence students holding up derogatory sexist posters during performances by female residence students were posted on Faceb...
Alleged kidnapping 12 May
May 15, 2017
According to a statement by TuksRes on social media, initial reports of the incident came from an individual saying a woman was abducted.
UP’s first PPE students graduate
May 15, 2017
UP’s first PPE students graduate
May 15, 2017
New student parking opens
May 15, 2017
According to Deputy Director of Facilities Management, Marcel Theron, the construction of the new parking space is part of a project to provid...
Students demand scrapping of application fee
May 15, 2017
PASMA chairperson, Tumelo Marema, said that when the online petition reaches 1 000 signatures, PASMA will take the petition to UP management.
Semester in review
May 15, 2017
They claimed that TuksRes was not doing enough to ensure underprivileged students were placed in residence.
UP Moot Society wins silver in the Netherlands
May 15, 2017
According to UP’s website, the team pleaded a fictional case – “Noorzai and Nuratdin vs Bruscium, based on a dispute between a state and refugee ...
Referendum for Constitution for Student Governance extended
May 12, 2017
According to information provided to Perdeby via emails, at a meeting with the Temporary Student Committee (TSC) and Acting Vice-Principal of Stu...
Discussing rape: interview with student activists
May 8, 2017
What is consent? Mofokeng: Firstly, consent is never implied.
Students on NSFAS issued accommodation termination letters
May 8, 2017
The TSC continued stating that they had consulted with management and that an agreement was reached whereby financial advances would be extended ...
Olympus victorious at STUKU debate
May 8, 2017
Olympus and Jasmyn participated in the tournament’s final.
Outcome of the national review of the LLB qualification
May 8, 2017
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Constitution for Student Governance referendum under way
May 8, 2017
A valid referendum will only be constituted if the number of UP students who participate in the referendum is equivalent to the number of voters ...
Campus News Bites 8 May 2017
May 8, 2017
TuksLaw win silver medal at Moot Court Competition The second International Children’s Rights Moot Court Competition was hosted at Leiden Un...
Quintine Mkhondo: a prodigy
May 8, 2017
Mkhondo matriculated at 14 years old, having skipped Grades 5 and 9.
Fly@UP: the Finish Line is Yours
May 8, 2017
Byles says that there are not enough students graduating on time and that FLY@UP aims to encourage students to take responsibility for their own ...
UP&Out break the silence
May 8, 2017
Marchers had taped their mouths to symbolise the silencing effects that discrimination and harassment have on the LGBTQI+ community.
UP PhD graduate’s abstract read out in Sepedi
May 2, 2017
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UP PhD graduate’s abstract read out in Sepedi
May 2, 2017
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UP 2017 Autumn Graduations hold unique milestones
May 2, 2017
UP Task Team on insourcing reports progress
April 26, 2017
New smart access cards launched at UP
April 20, 2017
“Mobile stations will be visiting each campus [and] further updates will be sent to all staff, students and contractors as to where and when they...
Fees Commission continues enquiry into free higher education
April 3, 2017
According to Parker, R6.
UP Council extends TSC’s term of office
April 3, 2017
Barnard confirmed that SRC elections will be held in the second semester of this year, although they may take place earlier, depending on the CSG...
UP Council extends TSC’s term of office
April 3, 2017
Barnard confirmed that SRC elections will be held in the second semester of this year, although they may take place earlier, depending on the CSG...
hearZA hearing test app
April 3, 2017
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Drama students organise walk against rape
April 3, 2017
They added, “Originally it was five girls who were all part of the campaign, however we did not count the people who walked alongside us as the o...
FPK breaks crowdfunding record for new album
April 3, 2017
The R500 000 that they need will be used for the production of the album, marketing costs, music videos, and crowdfunding expenses.
TuksLaw moot competition team to represent South Africa
April 3, 2017
The International Law Students Association (ILSA), a non-profit association of students and lawyers who promote international law, describes the ...
PhD student at UP selected to attend 67th Nobel Laureate Meeting
April 3, 2017
Malan said, “The initial disbelief I experienced was quickly followed by intense excitement after realising that I was one of only five aspiring ...
TSC and UP discuss accommodation
March 27, 2017
According to Machi, UP’s residences have strictly limited space available: approximately 9 500 beds for 45 000 undergraduate students.
TSC highlights pedestrian and cyclist safety
March 27, 2017
•Pedestrians should make use of sidewalks and not walk on streets.
Judgement reserved in AfriForum UP language policy appeal
March 27, 2017
AfriForum welcomed the ruling and in a statement said, “Even though the cases of the two universities display differences, both are about the wid...
UP lecturer murdered
March 16, 2017
Israeli Apartheid week held at UP
March 14, 2017
RAG of Hope Day Benefit Concert
March 14, 2017
The event boasts an impressive line-up, including Cassper Nyovest, A-Reece, Desmond and the Tutus, and several other notable South African artists.
TSC beg for needy students
March 14, 2017
Campus News Bites 13 March 2017
March 14, 2017
Scam artists at UP
March 14, 2017
These measures are as follows: 1.
Halaal food petition to UP
March 14, 2017
The anonymous student added, “We just want a place where Muslim students can come together and enjoy Halaal food with their friends on [Hatfield]...
DASO UP launches student funding initiative
March 14, 2017
Speaking about the initiative, Moloto said, “We as DASO are part of this initiative as a political party and we are hoping that the EFF-UP, Sasco...
Brooklyn SAPS and UP team up with Hatfield car guards
March 6, 2017
Weilbach explained that for many years car guards were seen as an irritation and a crime contributor.
UP to undergo social learning upgrades
March 6, 2017
According to UP campus architect, Ané Genis, a directive from the UP Executive was given on the creation of social learning spaces in which moder...
UP to undergo social learning upgrades
March 6, 2017
According to UP campus architect, Ané Genis, a directive from the UP Executive was given on the creation of social learning spaces in which moder...
New student parking under development
March 6, 2017
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New website created for students to search for tutors
March 6, 2017
Any student can register themselves as a tutor.
New website created for students to search for tutors
March 6, 2017
Any student can register themselves as a tutor.
NSFAS to fund over 400 000 students in 2017
March 6, 2017
NSFAS received a total of 161 938 applications for 2017.
Centre for Human Rights welcomes ICC court judgement
March 6, 2017
The full bench of the High Court declared the decision made by Cabinet to withdraw from the ICC and the notice of withdrawal from the ICC sent to...
Perdeby Writing Lab
February 20, 2017
The writing lab is targeted at students who do not speak English as their first language, and aims to develop the language skills of these studen...
No change to UP language policy for now
February 20, 2017
However, according to UP spokesperson Rikus Delport, in January 2017, AfriForum had filed an application for leave to appeal the High Court’s Dec...
UP res crisis
February 20, 2017
According to former SRC president, Mosibudi ‘Rassie’ Rasethaba, at about 21:00 UP’s security guards begun removing students from campus.
UP, TSC to assist with accommodation
February 20, 2017
Students in need of accommodation are urged to contact Tuks Residence at 012 420 5483 or tuksres.
UP to implement fingerprint access control
February 20, 2017
Jooste explained that an executive decision was made in 2016 that all returning students would retain their 2016 cards for access to UP campuses ...
UP to implement fingerprint access control
February 20, 2017
Jooste explained that an executive decision was made in 2016 that all returning students would retain their 2016 cards for access to UP campuses ...
New privately owned Afrikaans-only residence opens for students
February 20, 2017
In addition to a standard application process, students seeking accommodation at the residence must submit an essay of 150 words on the topic of ...
Strict security measures implemented at UP
February 20, 2017
or passports.
Proposed new centre for visual impairment studies
February 20, 2017
The team will implement a “participatory research approach” to assist in obtaining standardised data according to the needs and expectations of t...
Meet your writer: Lesego Rampolokeng
February 18, 2017
NTOMBI MKANDHLA On 12 September the Department of English, in collaboration with the Department of Library Services, hosted Lesego Rampolokeng at ...
#UPResCrisis
February 14, 2017
However, UP issued an official statement on 14 February offering a contrasting view of events.
Nerina and Mopanie win first annual Insync
February 7, 2017
Maroela took third place again with their powerful performance true to the theme of flower power.
Nerina and Mopanie win first annual Insync
February 7, 2017
Maroela took third place again with their powerful performance true to the theme of flower power.
2017 RAG takes on a new form
February 7, 2017
According to RAG chairperson and TSC member for Facilities and RAG, Roahan Gouws, the initiative is currently undergoing changes meant to increas...
UP welcomes 14-year old student
February 7, 2017
“When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bounds.
2017 Temporary Student Committee appointed
February 7, 2017
The 12 TSC members for this year are: Henrico Barnard – Chairperson Tinashe Chingoka – Day students and residences Cara-Lee Compton – Se...
TSC candidates decline positions
February 7, 2017
When asked why he declined, Reinders said “when I ran for SRC president I wanted to be an elected leader who could represent students.
Fees Must Fall protests: UP reconsiders registrations
February 7, 2017
On 17 January EFFSC UP spokesperson Lungile Sonwabo posted on Twitter: “The University of Pretoria is not allowing fallists to register unless th...
Fees Must Fall protests: UP reconsiders registrations
February 7, 2017
On 17 January EFFSC UP spokesperson Lungile Sonwabo posted on Twitter: “The University of Pretoria is not allowing fallists to register unless th...
Service providers at UP
February 2, 2017
Tuks FM TuksFM is UP’s own radio station and was founded in 1981.
Who to contact when you need help
February 2, 2017
HealthcareStudent Health Services offers healthcare services to all students at UP.
Hangouts in and around Hatfield campus
February 1, 2017
Another restaurant on the Hatfield campus is Adlers.
Student political societies at UP
February 1, 2017
According to Grobbelaar, Afriforum strives to maintain a healthy student life on campus.
Getting around at UP
January 31, 2017
A Re Yeng busses To use the A Re Yeng busses, you have to get a connector card that costs R25 to activate.
Sexual assualt at UP: what you need to know
January 31, 2017
What is sexual assault? The Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act defines sexual assault in South Africa as: “Unla...
UP library services
January 31, 2017
Tuks Camerata take UP to the international stage
January 31, 2017
According to Tuks Camerata’s conductor, Michael Barrett, there are three main requirements to join the choir, namely, musical ability, commitment...
Political parties speak out on free education
January 31, 2017
Afriforum Youth’s Henrico Barnard said, “[Afriforum Youth UP] does not agree with the violent approach that is taken by the [Fees Must Fall movem...
UP management prevents fallists from registering
January 24, 2017
Interview with TSC chairperson Henrico Barnard
January 24, 2017
In terms of res culure, what should first year students expect, will it be transforming? There is pressure from different sides for transform...
Temporary Student Committee appointed for 2017
January 24, 2017
UP warns against unauthorised assistance during registration
January 16, 2017
According to UPFMF the university lacks the capacity to handle the amount of students during registration and voiced their mistrust by stating, ”...
Court rules on UP language policy
January 16, 2017
In order for the new policy to be officially adopted, an amendment to UP’s institutional statute is required.
UP Council makes decision on 2017 fee increase
December 11, 2016
Ienkmelodienk becomes Insync
November 14, 2016
Ienkmelodienk was formed with the Afrikaans abbreviation Ienk that stands for In-Eerstejaar-Nie-Koshuis, translated into “In-First-Year-Not-Resid...
UP SRC and UP Fees Must Fall discuss exam deferment
November 14, 2016
The SRC argues that every student should be given the right to a fair examination and fair conditions for exam preparation, but that “this princi...
2017 Constitutional Tribunal inaugurated
November 14, 2016
The 2017 Constitutional Tribunal consists of the following persons: Chief Justice: Rainier Rademan Deputy Chief Justice: Nelsie Siboza Regis...
16 students arrested during night vigil
November 7, 2016
UP genetics student achieves international recognition.
November 5, 2016
Robbertse’ study, titled “Genetic diversity, acaricide resistance status and evolutionary potential of a Rhipicephalus microplus population from ...
Wi-Fi zones accessible to students
October 24, 2016
The Wi-Fi that has been recommended by the university on ClickUP is the Tshwane Free WiFi.
Prof. Christi van der Westhuizen speaks on feminism, freedom of speech and the Afrikaner identity.
October 24, 2016
On the Women’s Day roundtable discussion on Radio702, she was joined by Mbali Matandela, a feminist activist, and writer Motlatsi Khosi.
Mixed reactions to UP’s online continuation of academics
October 24, 2016
Izana Zaaiman, a student studying accounting sciences, feels that this new online way of completing the academic year is the only way of completi...
Mixed reactions to UP’s online continuation of academics
October 24, 2016
Izana Zaaiman, a student studying accounting sciences, feels that this new online way of completing the academic year is the only way of completi...
Human Rights Commission receives complaints against UP, Afriforum
October 24, 2016
Sooliman confirmed that she had submitted a formal complaint to the SAHRC.
Telkom and UP provide ClickUp access to students for free
October 19, 2016
The Sim cards are provided by Telkom.
Exclusive interview with UP Fees Must Fall movement representative
October 18, 2016
What are the demands of UP Fees Must Fall? The demands of UP Fees Must Fall are our own internal demands, together with the [national] demand.
Exclusive interview with Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof. Cheryl de la Rey
October 18, 2016
[But] what sparked this protest? It’s actually very important that I make the point that the single event is a statement by the Minister [of Hig...
Tuks Camerata takes home bronze at Varsity Sing finale
October 18, 2016
The night started off with the UJ choir and their conductor Renette Bouwer setting a high standard for all other performances to follow.
UP hosts International Literature Conference
October 18, 2016
The conference included presentations from Prof.
Tuks24 charges dropped
October 18, 2016
On 19 February UP obtained an urgent interdict against AfriForum, AfriForum Youth and EFFSC-UP in an attempt to prevent the parties from disrupti...
Students suspended following protests
October 18, 2016
On 23 September the EFFSC-UP released a statement on their Facebook and Twitter pages claiming that UP had “illegally” suspended four of its lea...
Campus news bites 17 October 2016
October 18, 2016
UP resumes academic programme On 11 October, an SMS was sent out to students to refer to the UP website and ClickUP for updates on the academi...
Fees Must Fall crisis sweeps across SA universities
October 18, 2016
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)Classes remain suspended at CPUT following unrelenting protest action at the Bellville campus.
SRC elections outcome unclear
October 18, 2016
Reinders added, however, that the SRC elections should not be a top priority at the moment.
Student organisation assists high schoolers with getting to and through varsity
October 18, 2016
Tulip uses the R700 to provide learners of specific schools with enough information about university courses, application process and entrance re...
UP veterinary science student wins international photo competition
October 18, 2016
Alves’s passion for animals and philanthropic characteristics were evident earlier this August, when he was one of the four vets who resuscitate...
UP veterinary science student wins international photo competition
October 18, 2016
Alves’s passion for animals and philanthropic characteristics were evident earlier this August, when he was one of the four vets who resuscitate...
TuksCamerata needs your vote for a win at Varsity Sing
October 5, 2016
UP shut down until 26 September
September 24, 2016
After disrupting classes, the protestors moved towards the Piazza while a large crowd looked on as protestors gathered to sing and dance.
October recess cancelled
September 24, 2016
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Menstrual cups could be the future of women’s sanitation
September 20, 2016
After a question and answer session Dr Matete Madiba, Director of Student Affairs, called for further talks and education regarding menstrual cups.
Menstrual cups could be the future of women’s sanitation
September 20, 2016
After a question and answer session Dr Matete Madiba, Director of Student Affairs, called for further talks and education regarding menstrual cups.
Irregularities surround SRC again
September 12, 2016
When talking to Perdeby, SRC secretary Donovan du Plooy, SRC treasurer Nomtha Gobe, and SRC member with the portfolio of media, marketing and com...
SRC cancels Spring Day Bash
September 12, 2016
In a statement released on social media by the SRC, they said that they are in the process of contacting the relevant stakeholders to ensure stud...
Afriforum demand Menziwa’s expulsion
September 12, 2016
Barnard further explained that due to the timing of the suspension of Menziwa from the SRC, Afrifourm sees the suspension as “no real action [and...
Afriforum demand Menziwa’s expulsion
September 12, 2016
Barnard further explained that due to the timing of the suspension of Menziwa from the SRC, Afrifourm sees the suspension as “no real action [and...
Sonop banned from participating in events
September 12, 2016
Greenline celebrates Arbor Week
September 12, 2016
Courtney Gehle, chairperson of Greenline, mentioned in her address that Danie van Eeden from Wild Route was kind enough to sponsor half of the t...
Make your mark in the SRC elections
September 12, 2016
The provisional date for the 2017 SRC elections was announced in August by the Department of Student Affairs (DSA) and is set for 20 September.
UP SRC Spring Day Bash cancelled
September 6, 2016
According to the email, Kamlongera was willing to grant his assistance to the SRC in organising the event, on certain conditions pertaining to th...
Menziwa apologises for Facebook post
September 5, 2016
On 29 August Menziwa was suspended from the UP SRC with immediate effect after he published the post on 28 August.
2017 SRC candidate list announced
September 5, 2016
AreWeSafe gender and sexuality symposium brings social issues to light
September 5, 2016
Sergeant Refilwe Tlabi, a member of SAPS, presented the services offered by the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offenses Unit (FCS).
Crisis avoided at UP residence
September 5, 2016
According to an official, the quick response by TuksRes, UP Security Services, Brooklyn SAPS and Tshwane emergency services was instrumental in p...
Student alleges attack by UP bouncers
September 5, 2016
Magoromela explained further: “I told my friend that I’m going to the toilet.
SLSJ hosts panel discussion on women’s rights
September 5, 2016
“We need an intersectional understanding of women’s oppression and make a reference to ethnic forms of patriarchy,” said Prof.
SLSJ hosts panel discussion on women’s rights
September 5, 2016
“We need an intersectional understanding of women’s oppression and make a reference to ethnic forms of patriarchy,” said Prof.
500 trees to be planted at UP
September 5, 2016
TuksFm DJ nominated for best radio personality award
September 5, 2016
The Hall of Fame Awards was founded by 012 Entertainment and is an awards ceremony celebrating and commemorating young entrepreneurs and entertai...
Sonop will not represent UP at Serenade nationals
September 3, 2016
Following the internal Serenade competition, the SRC questioned why Sonop withdrew from Serrie this year but not from Serenade.
UP to host Serenade Nationals 2016
September 3, 2016
The event will take place in the Musaion, the Aula and the amphitheatre.
SRC member suspended following Facebook post
August 30, 2016
The SRC released a statement after the announcement detailing the decision of the disciplinary committee.
UP students stand in solidarity with girls from Pretoria High School for Girls
August 30, 2016
UP SRC member threatens to kill whites
August 29, 2016
New student accommodation set to open up at Hatfield square
August 29, 2016
The development will have four buildings designed to create smaller neighbourhoods within the larger community.
AreWeSafe symposium launched
August 29, 2016
The symposium is intended to provide information to students, staff, and members of the community, about the availability of services on and off ...
Prinshof campus celebrates opening of Tswelopele Building
August 29, 2016
The building is composed of an administration building that includes the anatomy, physiology and pharmacology departments and a lecture hall.
2017 SRC elections announced
August 22, 2016
The ClickUP notice about the upcoming SRC elections also highlighted that a “total review of the student governance constitution” will run parall...
Campus news bites 22 August
August 22, 2016
TuksRes Women in Leadership Academy On 31 August the Women in Leadership Academy is hosting their annual award ceremony for this year’s grad...
Armed robbery outside Hatfield campus
August 22, 2016
After pepper spraying and hitting him, the men, who Letlape described as being in their early twenties, took all his belongings.
Students still unclear on fee increases
August 22, 2016
After the meeting the SRC released a statement in which they highlighted their demands.
Serenade success for Erika and Sonop
August 22, 2016
The finals evening was on 11 August, with Magrietjie, Jasmyn, Inca, Erika and Madelief performing in the ladies division for the top spot.
Intervarsity News 22 August
August 22, 2016
Stellenbosch University (SU) With the upcoming SRC elections, eight students from Afriforum Youth have been disqualified from running in the ...
SRC release statement on mass meeting
August 16, 2016
They expressed their approval on the moratorium on fee increases, which allows for more time for the commission of inquiry into the feasibility o...
SRC hosts mass meeting about fees
August 16, 2016
Shingange responded to the points raised and said that students would have to be more “strategic” in their actions and called for an “agitation” ...
SRC to host mass meeting on Fees Must Fall
August 14, 2016
The Council on Higher Education has recommended an across-the-board fee increase at the level of the consumer-price index in a report submitted t...
SRC hosts curriculum transformation conference
August 1, 2016
He defined transformation as “an ongoing process of rethinking, not merely this sporadic, monumental change”.
Innovative research centre joins UP
August 1, 2016
According to a statement released by UP, South Africa’s mining industry provides a total of 19% of the economic activity, mining continues to be ...
Aandklas hangs in the balance
August 1, 2016
Aandklas’s owner and manager, Rudi Oosthuizen, expalined that the property was sold two years ago to counsel which made it subject to demolition.
Staying classy at the Taaibos July 2016
August 1, 2016
Versaa, featuring Taaibos’s own ex-external culture HK of Lungelo Moyo and old Olienhout cabinet member Samuel Mahlangu were first to take the st...
SRC issue public apology
August 1, 2016
On 3 June, the Constitutional Tribunal published it’s findings on the alleged transgressions of the CSG.
UP to become English only from 2017
July 26, 2016
According to UP spokesperson Anna-Retha Bouwer, the implementation date of the new language policy was subject to the process to be followed with...
UP’s Greenline and Courtney Gehle win at 2016 Green Campus Conference
July 25, 2016
Gehle was excited about her award and explained that being environmentally friendly has always been part of her life.
UP’s Greenline and Courtney Gehle win at 2016 Green Campus Conference
July 25, 2016
Gehle was excited about her award and explained that being environmentally friendly has always been part of her life.
UP’s Greenline and Courtney Gehle win at 2016 Green Campus Conference
July 25, 2016
Gehle was excited about her award and explained that being environmentally friendly has always been part of her life.
UP student victorious at Agbiz Congress
July 25, 2016
The team Van Niekerk was part of consisted of Frieda Scheepers, an economist from North-West University, Luan van der Walt, an agricultural econo...
Tuks24 case postponed again
July 25, 2016
The UP SRC has said that they stand in solidarity with the students.
Res thief sentenced to eight years in jail
July 25, 2016
“The accused is an opportunist operator, which means that his behaviour is fostered by negligence,” says Fouché.
Medical students shine at Pulse talent show
July 25, 2016
The event consisted of a large number of musical performances as well as dance, poetry and painting.
Curlitizia’s Around the World: local makes a comeback
July 25, 2016
The Gauteng stall made reference to Johannesburg with edible gold coins and the province’s CBDs with a backdrop of skyscrapers.
Curlitizia’s Around the World: local makes a comeback
July 25, 2016
The Gauteng stall made reference to Johannesburg with edible gold coins and the province’s CBDs with a backdrop of skyscrapers.
Curlitizia’s Around the World: local makes a comeback
July 25, 2016
The Gauteng stall made reference to Johannesburg with edible gold coins and the province’s CBDs with a backdrop of skyscrapers.
UP Council approves English only policy
June 23, 2016
The deadline for submissions for proposals on the language policy to the ITP was 3 June.
Constitutional Tribunal delivers judgment against SRC
June 7, 2016
The first allegation made by Daso UP stated that the incorrect date on SRC meeting minutes dated 25 November 2015 was due to forgery, and that th...
SRC tackles new exam rules
June 4, 2016
On 30 May, an announcement with the new exam rules effective for the June/July examination period was placed on ClickUP.
UP lecturer receives G200 Silver Angel award
May 21, 2016
The Silver Angel awards acknowledge achievements made in societal spheres such as finance, family, health, community matters and the arts.
SRC legitimacy questions answered: Exclusive investigation into constitutional amendments and CSG transgressions
May 18, 2016
CSG amendmentsIn order to clarify the process followed in amending the CSG in November 2015, Perdeby inquired with various sources, including ...
PAM hosts rape culture seminar
May 18, 2016
Lovell highlighted three characteristics that contribute to rape culture, namely normalisation, ownership, and power.
Student Forum collapses
May 18, 2016
The event was presided over by the Constitutional Tribunal, which is UP’s “judicial arm of student government”, as described by the institutions...
SRC legitimacy questioned: Exclusive investigation into constitutional amendments and CSG transgressions
May 9, 2016
The acting president and “interim chairperson”In terms of section 23(2)(d) of the CSG, during any period of absence of the SRC’s president or dep...
Res culture dissected
May 9, 2016
A resident from one of the women’s residences highlighted that the hierarchy in the residences is problematic because it perpetuates and instils...
EFFSC-UP host lecture on economic freedom
May 9, 2016
According to Ndlozi, universities are precisely the spaces in which the contestation of ideas should take place.
UP to amend sexual harassment policies
May 9, 2016
The societies also issued a memorandum to UP’s Registrar on 18 April.
TuksFM woolly winter campaign
May 9, 2016
The focus of the drive for 2016 will be to help students in need at UP.
UP’s international rankings
May 9, 2016
THE placed UP between 501 and 600 in the world, 6th in Africa, and 77th among universities in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa)...
UP’s international rankings
May 9, 2016
THE placed UP between 501 and 600 in the world, 6th in Africa, and 77th among universities in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa)...
UP’s international rankings
May 9, 2016
THE placed UP between 501 and 600 in the world, 6th in Africa, and 77th among universities in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa)...
Tuks Language policy symposium
May 3, 2016
He touched on UP’s current stance on language policy where tuition is in Afrikaans and English.
UP ranked sixth best university in Africa
April 23, 2016
UP damage-free following student protests
April 18, 2016
This follows a briefing Nzimande held in January saying that South Africa could no longer afford any more damage to its universities.
Prof. Tinyiko Maluleke joins UP Executive
April 18, 2016
He will also be responsible for the Department of University Relations.
Campus news bites 18 April 2016
April 18, 2016
Tuition-free universities could reduce quality of education On 13 April, the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) hosted a panel discu...
Humanities institute awards exceptional contributors
April 18, 2016
Submissions for the awards were open to academics from the humanities and social sciences, along with creative curators and artists based at Sout...
UP VP joins funding Commission of Inquiry
April 18, 2016
The issue of affordable higher education for students is crucial for the entire sector and is of significant national importance within the frame...
Beyond Fees Must Fall: now what?
April 18, 2016
The keynote address was given by Prof.
UP student develops asthma aid
April 18, 2016
Kebalepile has reached the semi-final phase through his invention of a medical diagnostic instrument called the Asthma Grid.
UP introduces new printing system
April 18, 2016
However, some students have complained about the new system, saying it is not as user friendly nor as simple as the standalone printers that were...
Sweet addition to Studios Living
April 11, 2016
Tuks students launch travel app
April 11, 2016
Hoffman and Chonco, who currently reside in Silicon Valley, California, realised their shared passion for programming when they met at Pretoria ...
UP SRC rolls out #UPSRC_ R10mGame funding
April 11, 2016
3D Camera can detect birth defects in babies
April 11, 2016
In order to identify specific facial features more accurately, the team needed accurate facial photographs of infants through the use of 3D images.
Campus news bites 11 April 2016
April 11, 2016
UP celebrates 250 000 alumni During the 2016 autumn graduation that began on 30 March, UP will reach a unique milestone of having an impressiv...
Privilege, power and race in the university context
April 11, 2016
The workshop started with a privilege exercise that comprised of a diverse group of people ranging from the CSA&G, Unit for Academic Literac...
UP excels in SAICA ITC exams
April 11, 2016
Thuthuka Bursary Fund (TBF) first-time writers achieved an 89% pass rate.
Legal Shebeen hosts a discussion on land reform
March 21, 2016
It was noted that according to international law standards of the time, the acquisition of South African land by the Dutch and British was lawful.
Suspended students return to campus
March 14, 2016
Former Constitutional Court Justice Yvonne Mokgoro was the independent facilitator of the lekgotla.
The powers of the police project
March 14, 2016
“Cops do tend to overstep their boundaries,” said Tumelo Marema, a third-year law student.
Students discuss protest action on campus
March 14, 2016
The floor comprised of students from different faculties.
Nehawu members go back to work
March 14, 2016
According to the chairperson of Nehawu UP, Joseph Makhasa, the agreement has resulted in all level 5, 6, and 7 workers receiving a 12% bonus, ...
Strict security measures ahead of planned EFF march
March 9, 2016
An amended schedule for the bus transport service is available on the UP portal.
Think twice before tweeting: UP warns against irresponsible use of social media
March 7, 2016
The statement explains that “not only ‘posts’ or ‘tweets’, but also ‘likes’, ‘tagging’ and ‘retweets’ of posts on social media, which incite viol...
SRC presidential election placed on hold
March 7, 2016
On 2 October 2015, the IMB ruled that the elections were “substantially free and fair” but called for the re-election of the president and vice-p...
#MotivationalMondays gives back to the community
March 7, 2016
“We attended a seminar last year at which Tshepiso Makhubedu spoke.
UP researchers develop smartphone hearing app
March 7, 2016
Prominent figures such as Lucia Mthiyane and Dr Michael Mol support Hearza, which is running a challenge called #CanYouHearThat.
Campus activities resume under heightened security
March 1, 2016
The EFFSC-UP walked out of the meeting after Dr Nzimande refused to engage with them and tweeted the following from their account.
Campus news bites
March 1, 2016
First graduates of TuksRes Women’s Leadership Academy (TRWLA) awarded The first graduates of the TRWLA were awarded in a certificate ceremony...
New transformation course at UP
March 1, 2016
The course is currently a pilot module available on ClickUp, making it voluntary for students to take part in.
ABASA Tuks hosts discussion on #FeesMustFall
March 1, 2016
The debate was facilitated by Gaisang Diyale, a CA and secretary of ABASA Tshwane.
EWB-UP scoop top prize
March 1, 2016
According to EWBSA’s website, the organisation is “a response to the multitude of problems that the profession is currently facing in [the] count...
Prof. de la Rey briefs staff on protests’ implications
March 1, 2016
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Prof. de la Rey briefs staff on protests’ implications
March 1, 2016
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Prof. de la Rey briefs staff on protests’ implications
March 1, 2016
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Strict access control to be implemented at UP
February 26, 2016
All visitors to campus will be required to sign a register at the Roper Street entrance and will need to provide a valid form of ID.
Language policy protest leads to violent clashes
February 24, 2016
Amogelang Monageng of EFFSC-UP, who witnessed the events, said that the EFFSC-UP were there because the struggle is not only about Afrikaans as l...
UP locked down following language policy protests
February 19, 2016
UP has released a statement on the revision of the language policy.
VC takes a stand against disruptive behaviour
February 17, 2016
According to the code of conduct, misconduct includes any action contravening instructions, regulations, rules, or directives by UP or contraveni...
National Home Security Month
February 17, 2016
Students living away from home face an even greater security risk, as student accommodation has often had different previous inhabitants.
Charity begins at home
February 12, 2016
EFFSC UP disrupt classes at UP
February 8, 2016
After the overnight occupation of Roosmaryn, several EFFSC UP members began disrupting UP activities across the Hatfield campus.
UP to revise language policy
February 8, 2016
In a memorandum signed by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof.
SRC launch the R10m game
February 8, 2016
The launch of the campaign seeks to draw support from the greater student body, public and private sector, and the community overall.
New UP branded store open
February 8, 2016
Mace Promotions’ next step in business with the UP is to provide clothing for the different faculties and residences.
Outsourcing falls at UP
February 1, 2016
On 18 January, UP obtained a second court interdict from the Pretoria High Court.
The Student Representative Council and Student Forum
January 28, 2016
PresidentThe SRC president’s job is to ensure that all SRC members fulfil their responsibilities in executing their given programs.
Security tips for first-year students
January 28, 2016
ParkingThere are currently three official student parking areas manned by security officers situated on the periphery of the Hatfield campus o...
Student accommodation: what you need to know
January 27, 2016
What are the legal documents needed for a rental agreement?The documents include a lease agreement, Financial Intelligence Centre Act (Fica) d...
2015 Recap
January 27, 2016
What was once the student party hub is going to be turned into student accommodation.
Get to know your 2016 editorial
January 26, 2016
Michal-Maré LindenEditor 1.
Be more than just a student – get involved
January 25, 2016
PerdebyPerdeby is the independent newspaper of UP.
Transport for UP students
January 25, 2016
Before taking an A Re Yeng bus, students first have to purchase a connector card for R25.
Transport for UP students
January 25, 2016
Before taking an A Re Yeng bus, students first have to purchase a connector card for R25.
Transport for UP students
January 25, 2016
Before taking an A Re Yeng bus, students first have to purchase a connector card for R25.
Cultural societies on campus
January 25, 2016
Kenyan Society The Kenyan Society is a social organisation that aims to unite Kenyans studying at the university.
Who to approach when in legal trouble
January 25, 2016
The Student Disciplinary Advisory Panel (SDAP) is a student body that aims to protect the interests of students who have been accused of or char...
Faculty houses: providing a home away from home
January 25, 2016
Ebit is the biggest faculty of the nine at UP.
Politics at UP
January 25, 2016
ANCYL The African National Congress Youth League’s (ANCYL) core beliefs can be found in the Freedom Charter, explains Rendani Maphalapathwa,...
Student Support at UP
January 25, 2016
The Student Support Division offers extensive emotional and academic support through highly capable counsellors, psychologists and social workers...
Stay safe on and around campus
January 25, 2016
Walk in groups This applies to both late nights spent studying in the library and nights out with friends.
UP workers’ protest leads to campus shutdown
January 12, 2016
Speaking to Perdeby, Du Plooy said that the SRC condemned the “police brutality in which a peaceful march was fired upon by rubber bullets and te...
UP workers’ protest leads to campus shutdown
January 12, 2016
Speaking to Perdeby, Du Plooy said that the SRC condemned the “police brutality in which a peaceful march was fired upon by rubber bullets and te...
UP workers’ protest leads to campus shutdown
January 12, 2016
Speaking to Perdeby, Du Plooy said that the SRC condemned the “police brutality in which a peaceful march was fired upon by rubber bullets and te...
Ongoing investigation of incident at UP
January 9, 2016
A memorial service for De Beer will be held on Tuesday 12 January at 09:30 in the Old Apostolic Church in Jasmyn Street, Silverton, and there wil...
Body found on UP’s Hatfield campus
January 6, 2016
Body found on UP’s Hatfield campus
January 6, 2016
Body found on UP’s Hatfield campus
January 6, 2016
UP recognizes Safety and Security Services
November 21, 2015
Fouché then took the opportunity to thank all staff for serving UP with high moral standards and spirit.
Re-election for SRC president and deputy-president postponed until 2016
November 2, 2015
When speaking to Perdeby, Afriforum SRC candidate Henrico Barnard said that a large group of students would not be able to vote and that this wou...
University of Pretoria resolves disputes with protesting students
October 29, 2015
The third demand, which stated that no person who took part in the protest action at UP would be prosecuted by UP, was agreed upon, provided that...
UP branded merchandise returns
October 27, 2015
Regarding the tender, Bouwer commented that,“[the] due process was followed through a publicly advertised tender process for the appointment of a...
UP students launch student focused company
October 27, 2015
Under the theme “CEO Material: empowering prospective CEOs”, Katleho Mogase, the MC, launched the event.
Perdeby needs you: tell us about your #UPrising experience
October 22, 2015
Live Coverage | UPrising protest day 2
October 22, 2015
Live Coverage | UPrising protest
October 21, 2015
15:10: The ampitheatre is now full, packed to its capacity.
University fee unrest
October 20, 2015
Shortly after these figures were contested by students, the university went said that discussions around fees had not yet begun, as they were wai...
IMB highlights discrepancies in 2015 SRC election
October 20, 2015
Election regulation violationsThe IMB noted with some concern several election regulation transgressions, including poster regulation violations,...
Tuks triumph at Kovsies Moot Court competition
October 20, 2015
The teams, sponsored by Norton Rose Fulbright, represented the university excellently in the final rounds, as was evident in the results.
UP ranks highly around the globe
October 20, 2015
This places UP firmly into two global rankings, with the other being the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings.
Papa’s real food relaunch
October 20, 2015
Papa’s Real Pub is a cosy and comfortable space that can host around 70 people and has the atmosphere of a residence clubhouse.
Papa’s real food relaunch
October 20, 2015
Papa’s Real Pub is a cosy and comfortable space that can host around 70 people and has the atmosphere of a residence clubhouse.
Papa’s real food relaunch
October 20, 2015
Papa’s Real Pub is a cosy and comfortable space that can host around 70 people and has the atmosphere of a residence clubhouse.
SRC re-election to be held for president and deputy president portfolios
October 20, 2015
In section 24 of the Constitution for Student Governance (CSG), to be eligible for nomination as an SRC candidate, several requirements must b...
Popular scams targeting students
October 20, 2015
False prophets This involves a victim who is approached by individuals who claim to have been given “divine instruction” to pray for them.
Popular scams targeting students
October 20, 2015
False prophets This involves a victim who is approached by individuals who claim to have been given “divine instruction” to pray for them.
Popular scams targeting students
October 20, 2015
False prophets This involves a victim who is approached by individuals who claim to have been given “divine instruction” to pray for them.
Students march over fee increases
October 11, 2015
Eventually an agreement was reached and students congregated outside the Administration building.
FEGO’s coffee brewing comes to an end
October 11, 2015
Despite Fego’s closure, their lease officially ends on 10 November, and until then a new coffee shop titled Cream & Sugar Kitchen Café will o...
FEGO’s coffee brewing comes to an end
October 11, 2015
Despite Fego’s closure, their lease officially ends on 10 November, and until then a new coffee shop titled Cream & Sugar Kitchen Café will o...
FEGO’s coffee brewing comes to an end
October 11, 2015
Despite Fego’s closure, their lease officially ends on 10 November, and until then a new coffee shop titled Cream & Sugar Kitchen Café will o...
SRC mass meeting: fee increase angers students
September 16, 2015
Students also raised concerns about how the SRC would be making students aware of the fee increase and whether they would be able to gather the n...
EFFSC plans to “decolonise” UP
September 15, 2015
Tlotlo Ntehelang, a fourth-year student, voiced his ideas on Steve Biko as well as what he thinks it means to be black.
EFFSC plans to “decolonise” UP
September 15, 2015
Tlotlo Ntehelang, a fourth-year student, voiced his ideas on Steve Biko as well as what he thinks it means to be black.
EFFSC plans to “decolonise” UP
September 15, 2015
Tlotlo Ntehelang, a fourth-year student, voiced his ideas on Steve Biko as well as what he thinks it means to be black.
SRC suspend 2015 Spring Day event
September 14, 2015
Rasebopye went to on to say that the SRC did not want to replicate last year’s Spring Day.
SRC election update
September 14, 2015
After the abovementioned media releases, Sasco released a statement explaining their position on the matter.
Yascom Give-what-you-can Campaign a success
September 14, 2015
Yascom coordinator Jacqui Pietersen said, “When a student has been accepted by the university, it means that the student deserves to be here, hen...
Review of the 2015 SRC
September 14, 2015
When asked what he thought his biggest achievements were, Rasethaba responded that his “biggest achievement was being able to listen and help eac...
SRC preliminary election results challenged
September 7, 2015
Chief electoral officer and deputy director of Student Affairs Dr Willem Jorrisen explains that from the Independent Electoral Commission’s (IEC)...
EFFSC-UP suspension suspended
September 7, 2015
According to Michelle Krüger, SRC portfolio member for societies, the SRC took a collective decision in suspending the EFFSC-UP because they h...
Humanities day at UP
September 7, 2015
In the last session, the four researchers of the year from different clusters in the faculty were announced.
International students’ financial woes take a major turn
September 7, 2015
Included in the changes is the registration fee which is paid before one can register for the academic year.
International students’ financial woes take a major turn
September 7, 2015
Included in the changes is the registration fee which is paid before one can register for the academic year.
International students’ financial woes take a major turn
September 7, 2015
Included in the changes is the registration fee which is paid before one can register for the academic year.
International students’ financial woes take a major turn
September 7, 2015
Included in the changes is the registration fee which is paid before one can register for the academic year.
SRC preliminary results
September 7, 2015
Images provided.
Law House hosts disability seminar
September 7, 2015
Manamela also spoke about the difficulties that he has faced as a disabled student at university.
EFFSC-UP intimidation reigns after student forum meeting
August 31, 2015
@msawdalies and EFF violence rising it seems! Shame that you have to assault people to make your point! @MarthinusVVS @perdebynews @EFFTuks ...
Afriforum organises self-defence classes for Women’s Month
August 31, 2015
That’s why it was free and [had] an open door policy.
Afriforum organises self-defence classes for Women’s Month
August 31, 2015
That’s why it was free and [had] an open door policy.
Afriforum organises self-defence classes for Women’s Month
August 31, 2015
That’s why it was free and [had] an open door policy.
Afriforum organises self-defence classes for Women’s Month
August 31, 2015
That’s why it was free and [had] an open door policy.
Third Student Forum meeting dissolved
August 31, 2015
Rasethaba also acknowledged that parking for students is an ongoing issue and that parking is affected by the City of Tshwane’s developments.
SRC election buildup
August 31, 2015
The circus for study finance and treasurer took place on Thursday 20 August 2015 and the circus for transformation and student succ...
Hatfield Studios officially opened
August 31, 2015
Veteran 5FM DJ Rob Forbes was the MC and added a light-hearted feel to the night through his humour which kept the guests laughing.
TuksRag host Casual Day fundraising project
August 31, 2015
The residences and vendors involved in this competition stand a chance to win prizes, and 40% of the money made from each sticker sale will go to...
SAPS puts its foot down against perjury
August 31, 2015
Valuable resources are wasted and lives are even endangered.
Yascom introduce Give-what-you-can initiative
August 31, 2015
The purpose of Yascom is to raise awareness and encourage support for alumni activities and to cultivate a spirit of philanthropy or “giving back...
Hatfield Square rests in pieces
August 17, 2015
Perdeby spoke to Redefine Properties, the company that owns the property and is facilitating the renovation.
SRC electronic voting a no-go for 2015 students
August 17, 2015
Botha and Dippenaar both acknowledged that this system improved the voting process.
Albie Sachs plays a part in the Law faculty festival
August 17, 2015
Before the march commenced, Sachs spoke about what he believed the social justice march was about.
Transformation talk series continues at UP
August 17, 2015
The guest speaker, Prof.
Afriforum forced to vacate their offices
August 17, 2015
In addition to complaints of one of the posters being offensive, the posters had not been approved by Tuks Toonbank.
Student assaults stage crew at Krêkvars-Kopanong festival
August 3, 2015
Erasmus said that she was shocked and felt very threatened by the student.
Student assaults stage crew at Krêkvars-Kopanong festival
August 3, 2015
Erasmus said that she was shocked and felt very threatened by the student.
Student assaults stage crew at Krêkvars-Kopanong festival
August 3, 2015
Erasmus said that she was shocked and felt very threatened by the student.
Student assaults stage crew at Krêkvars-Kopanong festival
August 3, 2015
Erasmus said that she was shocked and felt very threatened by the student.
Medical maestros go all out at the annual Intercare talent show
August 3, 2015
The whole evening was professionally facilitated and was made even more enjoyable by the master of ceremonies, Bouwer Bosch, the front man of Str...
Sunnyside/Arcadia bus assists day students
July 27, 2015
The bus service, which took students to and from Hatfield campus for free, was implemented using funds from the UP transport department.
Students denied entry to exams despite promised financial aid
July 27, 2015
SRC deputy president Luvuyo Menziwa explained that, “The money was for students who needed funding but had not qualified for NSFAS or could no...
UP hosts Model United Nations Conference
July 27, 2015
This year’s theme dealt with Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and the post-2015 development agenda.
Enactus place third at 2015 South African National Championship
July 27, 2015
Fabian Kannemeyer of the Business Advisory Board gave an introductory speech for the event.
Second Student Forum meeting raises questions
May 25, 2015
Rasethaba moved on to the SRC’s academic success, stating that the SRC had a 70% success rate with academic appeals with 247 appeals being handed...
Campus sculpture gets a makeover
May 25, 2015
After the sculpture was removed, a brightly painted replica replaced the old version.
Black Lawyers Association’s debate over LLB curriculum
May 25, 2015
One of the major issues raised during the debate by many members was the academic freedom that was allowed by universities regarding the conte...
Black Lawyers Association’s debate over LLB curriculum
May 25, 2015
One of the major issues raised during the debate by many members was the academic freedom that was allowed by universities regarding the conte...
Black Lawyers Association’s debate over LLB curriculum
May 25, 2015
One of the major issues raised during the debate by many members was the academic freedom that was allowed by universities regarding the conte...
Black Lawyers Association’s debate over LLB curriculum
May 25, 2015
One of the major issues raised during the debate by many members was the academic freedom that was allowed by universities regarding the conte...
African philosophy to be introduced into UP syllabus
May 25, 2015
Prof.
Perdeby semester 1 report
May 25, 2015
#WhosMyPresident: Rassie answers Twitter’s questions
May 18, 2015
When told that students want to know who their president is, Rasethaba said, “I believe that students are aware of who their president is.
#WhosMyPresident: Rassie answers Twitter’s questions
May 18, 2015
When told that students want to know who their president is, Rasethaba said, “I believe that students are aware of who their president is.
#WhosMyPresident: Rassie answers Twitter’s questions
May 18, 2015
When told that students want to know who their president is, Rasethaba said, “I believe that students are aware of who their president is.
#WhosMyPresident: Rassie answers Twitter’s questions
May 18, 2015
When told that students want to know who their president is, Rasethaba said, “I believe that students are aware of who their president is.
Afriforum and Daso lay complaint against Sasco and Rassie
May 18, 2015
In a press release, Afriforum thanked UP management for undertaking to address the issues which were communicated to them.
UP societies registration woes
May 18, 2015
The statement was then removed from the page.
The graduates’ merchandise concern
May 18, 2015
A second major concern comes with the method of payment.
The graduates’ merchandise concern
May 18, 2015
A second major concern comes with the method of payment.
The graduates’ merchandise concern
May 18, 2015
A second major concern comes with the method of payment.
The graduates’ merchandise concern
May 18, 2015
A second major concern comes with the method of payment.
Considering community engagement and student needs
May 18, 2015
Peter Kamlongera, the TuksRag chairperson, was the first to speak and dealt with “the various students needs that exist based on different fac...
A look at UP student politics
May 13, 2015
EFF failure to launch leads to attack on journalist
May 13, 2015
Beje was the only female left in the hall when a group of EFF members surrounded her and asked her to delete the recordings she had made.
Graduate Alive campaign launched at Tuks
May 12, 2015
According to eNCA, 6 million South Africans were reportedly living with HIV in 2014, the highest rate in the world, only 2.
TuksRes launches Female Leadership Academy
May 12, 2015
Brown said that they will not choose specific students to be part of this academy, but that they will “go to the residence[s] and give an introdu...
No use crying over spilt wine
May 12, 2015
Jana Knoetze, chairperson of the society, said that the decision does not come as a surprise as there was reluctance when the previous wine tasti...
Talks about Tuks as a lasting monument to racism
May 11, 2015
Hesta van den Heever, a founding member of the Society for Current and Global Affairs, had highlighted that the languages of instruction at UP i...
UP’s activism week: say no to xenophobia
May 11, 2015
On 21 April Bella Cox, a Kenyan third-year BA General student, performed her poem written from a foreign student’s perspective in response to th...
Tuks catches Rhodes fever
May 11, 2015
Delport also mentioned issues which should be addressed at UP saying that we should attack res, attack the syllabus, and approach transformation.
Tweeting troubles target Tuks
April 20, 2015
“What screams out from these posters is that if you are not Afrikaner, you will not be able to understand and partake in everything,” said Pataki.
Blue Palm hosts inaugural meeting
April 20, 2015
Blue Palm seeks to assist organisations that do not generally receive sponsorship, are not well known, and are heavily in need of assistance.
AfriForum’s reregistration meeting
April 20, 2015
At the meeting Afriforum explained their five viewpoints.
AfriForum’s reregistration meeting
April 20, 2015
At the meeting Afriforum explained their five viewpoints.
AfriForum’s reregistration meeting
April 20, 2015
At the meeting Afriforum explained their five viewpoints.
AfriForum’s reregistration meeting
April 20, 2015
At the meeting Afriforum explained their five viewpoints.
Maroela Boksaand
April 20, 2015
Francois “Lorrie” Joubert was up against Gerhard Farrel in the final round.
Tuks pregnancy rates get knocked up
April 20, 2015
Students in residences are governed by the TuksRes guide which states that heads of residences may use their own discretion as to when student...
There is no foreigner in Africa
April 20, 2015
The march began on the Hatfield campus and travelled across the campus with the majority of the marchers coming from the black solidarity move...
Kenneth Diole makes UP history
April 20, 2015
Diole was the only UP student that participated in the competition.
Anti-xenophobia week to be held at Tuks
April 20, 2015
Rebeka Gluhbegovic, a student at Tuks who has just finished her master’s degree in international relations and one of the initiators of the week,...
Tuks students attend #147NotJustANumber vigil on campus
April 20, 2015
Cox made a heartfelt speech in front of the students in attendance.
Theft in residences still an issue
April 20, 2015
Many residences are either waiting on their installations, or have installed cameras that are not working.
Residences plunged into darkness
April 20, 2015
Students living in res are extremely vulnerable during the load shedding hours because they rely so heavily on electricity.
Student Forum update
April 20, 2015
Only a part of the first agenda point was discussed and most of the matters that were meant to be discussed, including the SRC budget, were not.
New TuksRag EC instated
April 20, 2015
Kamlongera says that the focus of the new EC is moving forward.
SRC holds emergency mass meeting
March 31, 2015
The meeting was a showcase of collaboration between the different societies and organisations on campus.
First Student Forum collapses
March 19, 2015
HPC strike follow up
March 16, 2015
The HPC staff have been in negotiations with HPC management since January.
Green Week 2015 hosted by Unasa
March 16, 2015
Unasa has a number of proposed activities which will take place during Green Week.
Talk of textured pathways
March 16, 2015
The disability unit is excited and fully supports the textured pathway initiative.
Israeli Apartheid Week at Tuks
March 16, 2015
These events included a movie screening entitled Under the Forest which was broadcast to Tuks students in order to familiarise them with what is ...
Wine Tasting Society opens for 2015
March 16, 2015
The society aims to educate members about the process of wine making, the wine industry and also the history of each bottle and what went into it...
Student forum follow-up
March 16, 2015
However, Janse responded by saying that “Daso [still does] not believe that this election process was free and democratic, as there was no indepe...
Student misconduct: what you need to know
March 16, 2015
The next most common charge brought against students is to do with the consumption of alcohol.
Cancellation of the Israeli Apartheid Week debate
March 16, 2015
The MSA issued a press release saying, “This initiative, in the same week as IAW, makes it difficult for activists to participate in the programm...
HPC protest
March 9, 2015
The strike was originally planned to begin on 2 March, however the HPC management asked that the strike be postponed for one week.
Do The Dew campus activation
March 9, 2015
Martin Stoffberg, a skater, said “The crowd was good.
Tuks tackles poster problems
March 9, 2015
In a statement, the SRC explained the procedure: “Posters should be approved by TuksToonbank before they are put up on campus.
IAW silent march for Palestine stopped
March 9, 2015
Nomcebo Jele from the EFF said that, “At the moment we are very appalled at the fact that the university is trying to stop us from walking…we are...
DSA launches “How are you?” campaign
March 9, 2015
Katlego Mpshe, a BEd student, thinks that “This is a great initiative because it will hopefully eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness.
EFF Tuks launches new initiatives
March 9, 2015
Madonsela and Jele said that they have brought KPMG on board as a sponsor for R20 000 towards the campaign.
The technological age of tertiary education
March 2, 2015
Some law students see the benefit of having this system, while others have an issue with the system’s technological problems and the price.
A space to collaborate, create, and innovate
March 2, 2015
It doesn’t stop there.
Tuks students involved in accident
March 2, 2015
During an interview with Perdeby, a resident in the area who has witnessed an accident on this street said, “The street is very dangerous and.
UP political parties reject Student Forum
February 23, 2015
The election process separated the societies into five categories (religious, political, social, academic, and other) where representatives of th...
Update on new test and exam rules
February 23, 2015
Wendy Mamabolo, a second-year law student, said that she agrees with most of the rules “considering how creative students have become when it com...
Student health services day hosted at Tuks
February 23, 2015
The Student Health and Wellness Awareness Day forms part of the marketing week for societies.
SRC assists students with financial aid
February 23, 2015
SRC assists students with financial aid
February 23, 2015
SRC assists students with financial aid
February 23, 2015
SRC assists students with financial aid
February 23, 2015
Transformation discussion at Tuks
February 23, 2015
Dr Mkhize spoke about the issue of deracialisation.
New Tuks website
February 9, 2015
Dr Lazenby mentioned that the improvements to the website, which started operating towards the end of November 2014, “compl[y] with W3C standards...
New Tuks website
February 9, 2015
Dr Lazenby mentioned that the improvements to the website, which started operating towards the end of November 2014, “compl[y] with W3C standards...
New Tuks website
February 9, 2015
Dr Lazenby mentioned that the improvements to the website, which started operating towards the end of November 2014, “compl[y] with W3C standards...
New Tuks website
February 9, 2015
Dr Lazenby mentioned that the improvements to the website, which started operating towards the end of November 2014, “compl[y] with W3C standards...
Load shedding not a problem for Tuks
February 9, 2015
On 4 February the City of Tshwane Twitter feed announced that the district was entering stage two load shedding.
Hatfield Studios: questions clarified
February 9, 2015
However, Tuks ended their lease with Campus House and Urban Nest at the end of 2014.
Rag procession 2015: an overview
February 2, 2015
Other floats were based on well-known festivals.
Rag 2015: the afterparty aftermath
February 2, 2015
The official afterparty, which was set up as a beer garden, was held at the Rag farm and was open only to students, at a cost of R50.
SRC gives State of UP address
February 2, 2015
Rasethaba listed some of the SRC accomplishments thus far which included the mentorship program using R90 000 to help students register as well a...
Student response to new TuksRes accommodation
February 2, 2015
The cost difference is proving to be a financial problem for the students who have moved from Urban Nest to Hatfield Studios.
The Centre for the Study of Aids changes its name
February 2, 2015
Secondly, the new focus on sexualities and gender will allow the centre to communicate with their colleagues, academics and researchers across th...
UP’s annual RAG procession to be held this weekend
January 29, 2015
UP students who possess valid student cards will be able to enter the sports grounds free of charge, while the general public will be able to pur...
UP’s annual RAG procession to be held this weekend
January 29, 2015
UP students who possess valid student cards will be able to enter the sports grounds free of charge, while the general public will be able to pur...
UP’s annual RAG procession to be held this weekend
January 29, 2015
UP students who possess valid student cards will be able to enter the sports grounds free of charge, while the general public will be able to pur...
UP’s annual RAG procession to be held this weekend
January 29, 2015
UP students who possess valid student cards will be able to enter the sports grounds free of charge, while the general public will be able to pur...
Living at Tuks: know your residences
January 29, 2015
Ladies residences IncaFirst years: BugstersMascot: A ladybug named LibbyColour: Blue and white LiliumFirst years: GeitjiesMascot: A gecko named...
Kollege celebrates their centenary
January 28, 2015
Kollege and female residences Kollege has also contributed mascots to many of the ladies’ residences.
Student Support Services at Tuks
January 27, 2015
Merensky Library It is very important to have fun while attending university, but at the same time you should never forget the reason for being ...
Get to know your Student Representative Council
January 22, 2015
Members of the SRC are elected by the students every year through a democratic voting process conducted by the Independent Elections Committee ...
Campus safety tips for students
January 22, 2015
Burglaries, however, are usually related to negligence and both campus security and the CID cannot assist as the commune or apartment premises ar...
Political organisations and their aims for 2015
January 20, 2015
African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) The ANCYL believes in non-racism, non-sexism and democracy.
United Nations Day 2014: career and quiz event
October 27, 2014
2014: a year in review
October 27, 2014
10 February – Rest in peace Prof.
2014: a year in review
October 27, 2014
10 February – Rest in peace Prof.
2014: a year in review
October 27, 2014
10 February – Rest in peace Prof.
2014: a year in review
October 27, 2014
10 February – Rest in peace Prof.
SRC fund bus to Prinshof campus
October 20, 2014
Currently, students who have classes on both campuses have to make use of public transport or even walk between the two campuses.
Hatfield Square update
October 20, 2014
Certain bars and pubs will close once their leases expire.
Intervarsity News 20 October 2014
October 20, 2014
University of Johannesburg: Students awarded for work in human trafficking awarenessOn Thursday 9 October students from the University of Joha...
2014 SRC president reflects on his term
October 20, 2014
What were your aims for your tenure? To build the foundation for future SRCs to come and to ensure that the Constitution for Student Governance ...
Tuition fees to escalate
October 13, 2014
All international students are required to pay an additional levy of R2700.
Hatfield Square to close its doors
October 13, 2014
When asked about the imminent closing of Hatfield Square, Basson attributed the close to the decision by the owners of the centre to move their b...
Hatfield Square to close its doors
October 13, 2014
When asked about the imminent closing of Hatfield Square, Basson attributed the close to the decision by the owners of the centre to move their b...
Hatfield Square to close its doors
October 13, 2014
When asked about the imminent closing of Hatfield Square, Basson attributed the close to the decision by the owners of the centre to move their b...
Hatfield Square to close its doors
October 13, 2014
When asked about the imminent closing of Hatfield Square, Basson attributed the close to the decision by the owners of the centre to move their b...
Tuks excels at Kovsies moot court competition
October 13, 2014
The English team received the prize for overall best team.
Intervarsity News 13 October 2014
October 13, 2014
University of Witwatersrand (Wits) The Wits School of Public Health and the University of North Carolina (UNC) in the United States are set to c...
Alternatives to Pot en Pons planned
October 13, 2014
Another event happening on 18 October is the Trademarx Punch Party.
2014 Pot en Pons cancelled
October 13, 2014
There was immediate opposition to this by the Rag HKs and TuksRag, who communicated with the DSA requesting to discuss alternatives as well as sh...
Africa Aerospace and Defence 2014: dust, dirt and danger
September 23, 2014
The air show opened its gates at 06:00 on Saturday, with the official programme beginning at 08:15.
Sunnyside-Arcadia bus services reinstated
September 19, 2014
Third-year Political Science student Samantha Napo said her only concern is the bus schedule, which doesn’t cater for students who write semester...
Meet the 2015 SRC executive
September 15, 2014
How are you going to address the issue of accountability and transparency within the SRC? I would like us to have more frequent forums.
Intervarsity News 15 September 2014
September 15, 2014
North-West University (NWU) A NWU student was assaulted in an apparent racially-motivated attack.
Pistorius guilty of culpable homicide
September 15, 2014
Pistorius was acquitted of charges of illegal possession of ammunition and of one charge of illegal discharge of a firearm in a public place.
Political societies discuss racism and transformation at UP
September 15, 2014
EFF Tuks secretary Jaco Oelofse said that although the societies may differ in their political views they can still work together to fight for a ...
Rasethaba elected SRC president
September 9, 2014
Luvuyo Menziwa, chairperson of EFF Tuks, was elected deputy president of the SRC.
Perdebate: Did you vote in the SRC elections?
September 8, 2014
“I did not vote.
UP’s first sport tournament to be held on Spring Day
September 8, 2014
Sintecia Fortuin, a second-year education student, toldPerdeby that she did not know about the event.
UP’s first sport tournament to be held on Spring Day
September 8, 2014
Sintecia Fortuin, a second-year education student, toldPerdeby that she did not know about the event.
UP’s first sport tournament to be held on Spring Day
September 8, 2014
Sintecia Fortuin, a second-year education student, toldPerdeby that she did not know about the event.
UP’s first sport tournament to be held on Spring Day
September 8, 2014
Sintecia Fortuin, a second-year education student, toldPerdeby that she did not know about the event.
Video of Marikana raises concern over truth of police account
September 8, 2014
Stills in the video, which were taken ten minutes before the police opened fire on striking miners, shows barbed wire laid out by police after th...
Intervarsity News 8 September 2014
September 8, 2014
Dr Thompson told Die Matie that SU is adequately prepared to deal with the situation following meetings between the various interested parties.
Student jumps from Humanities Building
September 2, 2014
Paschini said that she went to the sixth floor of the HB where she discovered the victim’s body and alerted security She said that the security g...
Curlitzia and Vividus Men win Serenade Nationals
September 2, 2014
Curlitzia have represented Tuks at nationals for the past three years but their car guard theme and refined harmonies managed to secure them the ...
Tukkie’s rapist sentenced to life in jail
September 2, 2014
The victim managed to drag herself to her garden gate, where she was found by a neighbour.
Tukkie’s rapist sentenced to life in jail
September 2, 2014
The victim managed to drag herself to her garden gate, where she was found by a neighbour.
Tukkie’s rapist sentenced to life in jail
September 2, 2014
The victim managed to drag herself to her garden gate, where she was found by a neighbour.
Tukkie’s rapist sentenced to life in jail
September 2, 2014
The victim managed to drag herself to her garden gate, where she was found by a neighbour.
SRC holds third quarterly Student Forum meeting
September 1, 2014
In his report, Human said that NSFAS currently has a R53 million backlog for student payments at UP.
Intervarsity News 1 September 2014
September 1, 2014
Prof.
Ausa tackles xenophobia in South Africa
September 1, 2014
According to Sinthumule, South Africa is seen as the most xenophobic nation within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) by the rest ...
EFF Tuks to contest SRC elections
September 1, 2014
According to Oelofse, EFF Tuks aims to remove Afrikaans as a teaching language at UP and to address what it calls the dominant Afrikaans culture ...
Red Bull X-Fighters: a field of dreams
August 27, 2014
Sheehan’s 2014 tour has been characterised by sensational performances.
Intervarsity news 25 August 2014
August 25, 2014
Brights said that an eyewitness saw the woman enter the building prior to the incident.
Work for study programme to be implemented next year
August 25, 2014
Ashworth said that students will be hired at UP on a permanent, a temporary or a once-off basis.
Bus lane construction affects Lynnwood Road parking
August 25, 2014
UP encourages students to make use of the park and ride shuttle service that runs between Sport campus and Hatfield campus.
Street robberies on the rise in Hatfield
August 25, 2014
According to captain Colette Weilbach of the Brooklyn SAPS, street robberies remain “opportunistic crimes that can only be reduced through a comb...
Ebola: what you need to know
August 25, 2014
This comes after an outbreak of Ebola in west Africa earlier this year.
SRC election campaign begins
August 25, 2014
After boycotting last year’s elections, Sasco and the ANCYL were both present to support their candidates who are running in this year’s elections.
Curlitzia and Vividus Men sing their way to success
August 18, 2014
Erika gave the first ladies’ performance of the night.
Students and SRC discuss student governance
August 18, 2014
Attendees also said that the role of the SRC at UP is unclear.
EFF Tuks branch officially launched
August 18, 2014
“Due to our new presence on campus, we are still finding our place.
Students abducted and robbed
August 18, 2014
She said that she has reason to believe that her abductors were targeting students specifically.
Disciplinary action for blackface students
August 18, 2014
Although the disciplinary action has not yet been concluded, the university has said that it does not condone or tolerate any form of discriminat...
SRC confirm Spring Day 2014
August 18, 2014
According to Human, students will be informed of details regarding performers and tickets once final arrangements have been made.
Pretoria feels tremor
August 5, 2014
South Africa is not situated near any major seismological fault lines.
Lecturer found dead in alleged suicide
August 4, 2014
According to a representative from the South African Fire Services, Nortjé-Rossouw’s body was found on the roof of the sixth floor.
AfriForum Youth protest “death of residences”
August 4, 2014
Rochelle Oosthuyse, the chairperson of AfriForum Youth at UP, said that, “separating first years and senior students would not be beneficial for ...
AfriForum Youth protest “death of residences”
August 4, 2014
Rochelle Oosthuyse, the chairperson of AfriForum Youth at UP, said that, “separating first years and senior students would not be beneficial for ...
AfriForum Youth protest “death of residences”
August 4, 2014
Rochelle Oosthuyse, the chairperson of AfriForum Youth at UP, said that, “separating first years and senior students would not be beneficial for ...
AfriForum Youth protest “death of residences”
August 4, 2014
Rochelle Oosthuyse, the chairperson of AfriForum Youth at UP, said that, “separating first years and senior students would not be beneficial for ...
TuksRes honour top academic achievers
August 4, 2014
Vice-Chancellor Prof.
TuksRes honour top academic achievers
August 4, 2014
Vice-Chancellor Prof.
TuksRes honour top academic achievers
August 4, 2014
Vice-Chancellor Prof.
TuksRes honour top academic achievers
August 4, 2014
Vice-Chancellor Prof.
Perdebate: 4 August 2014
August 4, 2014
“First years need guidance.
Tuks students scammed by so-called prophets
August 4, 2014
According to the Department of Security Services, most of the incidents occur on Festival Street and on the corner of Prospect and Grosvenor Stre...
Intervarsity News 4 August 2014
August 4, 2014
Lectures, which were cancelled to ensure the safety of non-protesting students, were scheduled to resume on Tuesday.
Man dies after falling from HSB
July 30, 2014
Controversial res decision put off for now
July 28, 2014
Residences and student groups questioned the timing of the announcement, which was made during the recess when many HKs were not in Pretoria.
Policeman shot while on duty in Hatfield
July 28, 2014
Kweza said that, “upon arrival, when the suspects saw the police, they fired at them and the members returned fire”.
Pharmaceutical vending machines to be installed on UP campuses
July 28, 2014
SRC member for facilities, safety and security Kim Ngobeni said that idea of having pharmaceutical vending machines on campus came to her after s...
Mandela Day: UP gives its 67 minutes
July 28, 2014
On Friday 18 July, staff from UP and members of the Morokolong community Hammanskraal converged at the Tshedimosetso Community Development Centre...
NWU students: we won’t keep quiet anymore
July 28, 2014
The protest was organised in response to media reports of initiation and practices, including the alleged use of a Nazi salute, in residences on ...
NSFAS assistance not likely to increase
July 28, 2014
Of the R8.
Centre for Human Rights calls for Maseko’s release
July 28, 2014
Maseko, who was working in Swaziland as a lawyer and human rights activist, was arrested in March after criticising Swaziland’s Chief Justice Mic...
Centre for Human Rights calls for Maseko’s release
July 28, 2014
Maseko, who was working in Swaziland as a lawyer and human rights activist, was arrested in March after criticising Swaziland’s Chief Justice Mic...
Centre for Human Rights calls for Maseko’s release
July 28, 2014
Maseko, who was working in Swaziland as a lawyer and human rights activist, was arrested in March after criticising Swaziland’s Chief Justice Mic...
Centre for Human Rights calls for Maseko’s release
July 28, 2014
Maseko, who was working in Swaziland as a lawyer and human rights activist, was arrested in March after criticising Swaziland’s Chief Justice Mic...
2015 SRC set to be elected on 3 September
July 28, 2014
Dr Matete Madiba, the director of the DSA, urged students to vote in the SRC elections.
Intervarsity News 28 July 2014
July 28, 2014
Bohlale Selahle, spokesperson for the Frederik van Zyl Slabbert Institute for student leadership development, encouraged fellow students to start...
Security guard shot in Hatfield armed robbery
June 24, 2014
According to the security guard, two of the armed robbers forced other guards patrolling the mall into the store.
Curlitzia and Sonop win Serrie 2014
May 26, 2014
Third place was presented to the bartenders of Mopanie and the ladies of Erika who made used the musical Chicago as inspiration for their perform...
Young Communist League protests in support of #BringBackOurGirls
May 26, 2014
YCL national secretary Buti Manamela addressed the crowd and the media.
Mopanie celebrates feesjaar at Oesdag
May 26, 2014
This year’s Oesdag had many activities, ranging from boere sport and a mechanical bull to a large beer pong table.
Mopanie celebrates feesjaar at Oesdag
May 26, 2014
This year’s Oesdag had many activities, ranging from boere sport and a mechanical bull to a large beer pong table.
Mopanie celebrates feesjaar at Oesdag
May 26, 2014
This year’s Oesdag had many activities, ranging from boere sport and a mechanical bull to a large beer pong table.
Mopanie celebrates feesjaar at Oesdag
May 26, 2014
This year’s Oesdag had many activities, ranging from boere sport and a mechanical bull to a large beer pong table.
MadRepublic engages in community outreach
May 26, 2014
Cobus Terblanche, prime minister and minister of community engagement of Olienhout, said that they are pleased to give back to the community.
Second Student Forum meeting
May 26, 2014
Human said the SRC recognises transport is still an issue and said the SRC is addressing it.
SRC opposes implementation of sBux system
May 26, 2014
SRC portfolio member for transformation and student success Nthabiseng Nooe said that the SRC’s stance was taken so that the financial integrity ...
Hatfield, Sunnyside and Arcadia continue to be crime targets
May 20, 2014
Another student from the University of South Africa (Unisa) was found dead in his apartment in Sunnyside earlier this month with three gunshot wo...
Pregnancy increasingly prevalent on campus
May 20, 2014
Student Support offers moral and therapeutic support to pregnant students while the expert staff provide information that enables her to make an ...
Up and Out hosts silent march for International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
May 20, 2014
Masontaha Sam, a first-year medical student, told Perdeby she came to Hatfield campus to support this event.
UP officially opens TuksMonate
May 19, 2014
UP Vice-Chancellor Prof.
ANC wins national elections
May 13, 2014
Gigaba said that the ANC being voted into power again is “also an exciting moment because it says that we can now continue implementing the progr...
Gay student attacked at Urban Nest
May 13, 2014
Pride Thamaga, a second-year BCom Law student who witnessed the incident, says the alleged perpetrator became very defensive and refused to coop...
Photo essay: South Africa votes 2014
May 13, 2014
Perdebate: Elections
May 13, 2014
“Yes, I voted.
Rag reshuffle on the cards
May 13, 2014
According to a report the repositioning of Rag has been on the university’s agenda since 2011 stating “financial shortfalls, suboptimal functioni...
Oscar Pistorius trial update 13 May 2014
May 13, 2014
Gerrie Nel cast doubt on the objectivity of Stander and Viljoen’s testimony, given that Stander is Pistorius’s friend.
Tax@Tuks Golf Day a success
April 24, 2014
The day allowed students to network with and to get to know more about the companies that attended the golf day, as well as to participate in gam...
JuniorTukkie camp a success
April 24, 2014
UP students who are in their first to final year of study and are a part of the JuniorTukkie society are invited to go on the camp.
2014 elections: make your mark
April 14, 2014
Dr JCM Venter, lecturer at the School of Social and Government Studies at the North- West University, said in his article titled “The 2014 ele...
Students intimidated by informal car guards
April 14, 2014
UCT player accused of punching woman
April 14, 2014
Frustration over who to vote for as elections approach
April 14, 2014
Confusion with Funza Lushaka bursaries
April 14, 2014
Compulsory community service for graduates?
March 24, 2014
The ANC national executive committee's education and health sub-committee said last Monday that it aims to implement a programme requiring gra...
Suspect caught stealing car
March 24, 2014
The car belongs to Connor Tiegs, a fourth-year mechanical engineering student.
AfriForum Youth seeks safer campus
March 24, 2014
Oosthuyse said that the only security measure outside of the university is the presence of informal guards.
AfriForum Youth seeks safer campus
March 24, 2014
Oosthuyse said that the only security measure outside of the university is the presence of informal guards.
AfriForum Youth seeks safer campus
March 24, 2014
Oosthuyse said that the only security measure outside of the university is the presence of informal guards.
AfriForum Youth seeks safer campus
March 24, 2014
Oosthuyse said that the only security measure outside of the university is the presence of informal guards.
AfriForum Youth seeks safer campus
March 24, 2014
Oosthuyse said that the only security measure outside of the university is the presence of informal guards.
SA political parties engage in debate at Unisa
March 24, 2014
In his opening remarks, Prof.
Public Protector announces Nkandla findings
March 24, 2014
In the report, Madonsela found ethical violations, improper conduct and maladministration.
Tuks students support Cansa Shavathon
March 24, 2014
Francois Marais, Commercii chairperson, told Perdeby that social media platforms are the best way to get through to students and make them awa...
NSFAS shortfalls force students to drop out
March 24, 2014
Earlier in January, the South African Students Congress (Sasco) embarked on a national strike at universities such as the Tshwane University o...
Some students still forced to sleep on campus
March 24, 2014
Tshepo Mahudu, a final-year geoinformatics student, frequently stays in the library overnight.
Concern over high food prices at new dining hall
March 17, 2014
Bakithi Mngomezulu, a first-year BCom student, mentioned how the prices are too expensive for what is offered.
SRC proposes work for study programme
March 17, 2014
The work for study programme will involve employing students to work for the university and, instead of paying them directly, will deduct mone...
Pinnacle Africa hands over laptops to deserving students
March 17, 2014
The handover serves to assist students from disadvantaged backgrounds and part of the executive committees of societies at the university.
Sasco hosts Israeli Apartheid Week panel discussion
March 17, 2014
The event, which was scheduled to begin at 15:00, began at around 17:00.
Perdebate: What do you think about the Oscar trial?
March 17, 2014
“As a law student it gives me insight of how the legal system works.
Oscar Pistorius trial update
March 10, 2014
Pistorius pleaded not guilty to murder, two charges of contravening the Firearms Control Act, and the possession of ammunition without a licence.
Environmental justice in our lifetime
March 10, 2014
The United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF), United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP), and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertifi...
Unasa Pretoria chapter celebrates Green Week
March 10, 2014
On Friday the 28th of February UNA-SA (PTA) in collaboration with the university held a tree planting ceremony.
Economic Freedom Fighters launch Tuks branch
March 10, 2014
Ditswhanelo Mokoena, EFF Tuks coordinator, said that the party feels that Tuks students are not properly represented.
Economic Freedom Fighters launch Tuks branch
March 10, 2014
Ditswhanelo Mokoena, EFF Tuks coordinator, said that the party feels that Tuks students are not properly represented.
Economic Freedom Fighters launch Tuks branch
March 10, 2014
Ditswhanelo Mokoena, EFF Tuks coordinator, said that the party feels that Tuks students are not properly represented.
Economic Freedom Fighters launch Tuks branch
March 10, 2014
Ditswhanelo Mokoena, EFF Tuks coordinator, said that the party feels that Tuks students are not properly represented.
Economic Freedom Fighters launch Tuks branch
March 10, 2014
Ditswhanelo Mokoena, EFF Tuks coordinator, said that the party feels that Tuks students are not properly represented.
SRC promises greater inclusion of external campuses
March 10, 2014
De Jager told Perdeby that the exclusion of external campuses has been noted and she aims to improve the situation.
The national budget: what it means for students
March 3, 2014
In his speech, Gordhan said that the government has a “clear and comprehensive vision for South Africa in 2030, a plan for higher growth, dece...
Daso protests against Uganda’s anti-gay law
March 3, 2014
James Lotter, SRC deputy secretary and chairperson of Daso at Tuks said, “What is happening in Uganda is a serious case of human rights abuse.
Daso protests against Uganda’s anti-gay law
March 3, 2014
James Lotter, SRC deputy secretary and chairperson of Daso at Tuks said, “What is happening in Uganda is a serious case of human rights abuse.
Daso protests against Uganda’s anti-gay law
March 3, 2014
James Lotter, SRC deputy secretary and chairperson of Daso at Tuks said, “What is happening in Uganda is a serious case of human rights abuse.
Daso protests against Uganda’s anti-gay law
March 3, 2014
James Lotter, SRC deputy secretary and chairperson of Daso at Tuks said, “What is happening in Uganda is a serious case of human rights abuse.
Daso protests against Uganda’s anti-gay law
March 3, 2014
James Lotter, SRC deputy secretary and chairperson of Daso at Tuks said, “What is happening in Uganda is a serious case of human rights abuse.
Tuks students mugged at knifepoint
March 3, 2014
Freddy Kgagane was mugged while walking on his way back from LC de Villiers to Arcadia on 19 February.
NSFAS sBux system: good or bad?
March 3, 2014
In the past NSFAS paid funds into student’s accounts.
Alleged racist attack at University of the Free State
February 24, 2014
They were charged with attempted murder, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and reckless and negligent driving.
First quarterly sitting of the Student Forum
February 24, 2014
UP aims to go green the fun way
February 24, 2014
Sunnyside and Arcadia night bus service terminated
February 24, 2014
AfriForum Youth takes a stand against e-tolls
February 17, 2014
Is safety still a problem in Hatfield?
February 17, 2014
Rag procession raises more funds than previous years
February 17, 2014
SRC starts off Re-A-Bua sessions
February 17, 2014
University fees on the rise
February 17, 2014
Perdebate: Have you registered to vote?
February 17, 2014
Rest in peace Prof. Visser
February 10, 2014
Tuks student found dead
February 10, 2014
Rare disease roadshow visits Tuks
February 10, 2014
Prof. Visser dies at age 55
February 5, 2014
Olienhout student attacked in Hatfield
February 4, 2014
Rag procession 2014 goes green
February 4, 2014
UP welcomes new students
February 4, 2014
Sasco calls for strike over NSFAS shortage of funds
February 4, 2014
11 students expelled from Wits
February 4, 2014
Rag procession update
January 31, 2014
Know your residence traditions
January 24, 2014
First years guide to residences
January 24, 2014
UP support services: unlocking student potential
January 23, 2014
Political organisations on campus
January 22, 2014
Know your campus
January 22, 2014
Safety is a priority at UP
January 21, 2014
Societies at Tuks
January 21, 2014
Rag procession not definite
January 20, 2014
One on one with the SRC president
January 20, 2014
Meet your SRC
January 20, 2014
No decision on Rag procession yet
January 13, 2014
2014 Rag procession cancelled
December 13, 2013
Mandela dies at 95
December 6, 2013
UP honours its protectors
December 4, 2013
Gas attack at Mopanie
December 2, 2013
Retraction of letter published on 28 October 2013: “Blacks are stupid but not you”
November 5, 2013
Retraction of letter published on 28 October 2013: “Blacks are stupid but not you”
November 5, 2013
Retraction of letter published on 28 October 2013: “Blacks are stupid but not you”
November 5, 2013
Retraction of letter published on 28 October 2013: “Blacks are stupid but not you”
November 5, 2013
Retraction of letter published on 28 October 2013: “Blacks are stupid but not you”
November 5, 2013
Anti-Racism Forum hosts panel discussion
November 5, 2013
The panel included Terblanche Delport, an assistant lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at UP, writer and journalist Gillian Schutte, Qur...
Study: Up Needs to Transform
October 30, 2013
UP International Day
October 30, 2013
Get to know your new SRC members
October 28, 2013
Get to know your new SRC members
October 28, 2013
Get to know your new SRC members
October 28, 2013
Get to know your new SRC members
October 28, 2013
Get to know your new SRC members
October 28, 2013
Supersonic driving experience at the Sci-Enza
October 28, 2013
Sasco protests for boycott of SRC elections
October 21, 2013
Tukkie Pride Day: are you a proud Tukkie?
October 21, 2013
Late payouts from NSFAS cause problems
October 21, 2013
Late payouts from NSFAS cause problems
October 21, 2013
Late payouts from NSFAS cause problems
October 21, 2013
Late payouts from NSFAS cause problems
October 21, 2013
Late payouts from NSFAS cause problems
October 21, 2013
Madelief’s new HK doesn’t meet racial quota
October 21, 2013
Madelief’s new HK doesn’t meet racial quota
October 21, 2013
Madelief’s new HK doesn’t meet racial quota
October 21, 2013
Madelief’s new HK doesn’t meet racial quota
October 21, 2013
Madelief’s new HK doesn’t meet racial quota
October 21, 2013
Olienhout and Madelief win Pot ‘n Pons
October 21, 2013
Olienhout and Madelief win Pot ‘n Pons
October 21, 2013
Olienhout and Madelief win Pot ‘n Pons
October 21, 2013
Olienhout and Madelief win Pot ‘n Pons
October 21, 2013
Olienhout and Madelief win Pot ‘n Pons
October 21, 2013
Tuks students lend a helping hand
October 14, 2013
Curlitzia and Mopanie win at Tuks Prestige
October 14, 2013
SRC candidates start campaigning
October 14, 2013
AfriForum Youth accuses UP of withholding information
October 14, 2013
TuksLaw moot court team competes in China
October 14, 2013
Sasco to boycott SRC elections
October 7, 2013
HETN against AfriForum racial profiling memorandum
October 7, 2013
NWU allows Wapad to reopen
October 7, 2013
Second annual gay pride march held on campus
October 7, 2013
Achievers Unlimited: empowering young people
October 7, 2013
Students won’t lose Lynnwood Road parking yet
October 7, 2013
Students won’t lose Lynnwood Road parking yet
October 7, 2013
Students won’t lose Lynnwood Road parking yet
October 7, 2013
Students won’t lose Lynnwood Road parking yet
October 7, 2013
Students won’t lose Lynnwood Road parking yet
October 7, 2013
Finalised changes to the reses for 2014
October 7, 2013
Letter to the editor: Open letter to Prof. Roelf Visser and TuksRes
October 7, 2013
The past week I had the good fortune of travelling to Stellenbosch and socialising with the students at Maties.
Is institutionalised racism a problem at Tuks?
September 13, 2013
Letter from the Anti-Racism Forum
September 11, 2013
Homecoming Picnic takes over Pretoria
September 9, 2013
Future of res clubhouses still pending
September 9, 2013
UP wins beer brewing challenge
September 9, 2013
UP wins beer brewing challenge
September 9, 2013
UP wins beer brewing challenge
September 9, 2013
UP wins beer brewing challenge
September 9, 2013
UP wins beer brewing challenge
September 9, 2013
Olienhout to climb Everest for rhinos
September 9, 2013
Government subsidy does not reflect rising costs
September 9, 2013
Perdebate: What do you think about Spring Day?
September 9, 2013
Student cards required at Spring Day bash
September 2, 2013
Student cards required at Spring Day bash
September 2, 2013
Student cards required at Spring Day bash
September 2, 2013
Student cards required at Spring Day bash
September 2, 2013
Student cards required at Spring Day bash
September 2, 2013
TuksRes bringing more changes
September 2, 2013
Lilium residents unhappy with HK elections
September 2, 2013
Lecturer resigns after racist remarks
September 2, 2013
Minister of Home Affairs addresses Tuks students
September 2, 2013
Official SRC election date finally set
August 26, 2013
Tukkies Selfshots abuses the UP trademark
August 26, 2013
Perdebate: Changes to residence house committees
August 26, 2013
Perdebate: Changes to residence house committees
August 26, 2013
Perdebate: Changes to residence house committees
August 26, 2013
Perdebate: Changes to residence house committees
August 26, 2013
Perdebate: Changes to residence house committees
August 26, 2013
Bat eviction process finally complete on Groenkloof campus
August 26, 2013
Church society teams up with SANBS to donate blood
August 26, 2013
Stuku: Sêr judging was fair
August 26, 2013
Stuku: Sêr judging was fair
August 26, 2013
Stuku: Sêr judging was fair
August 26, 2013
Stuku: Sêr judging was fair
August 26, 2013
Stuku: Sêr judging was fair
August 26, 2013
Habitual student-targeting criminal finally charged
August 19, 2013
Habitual student-targeting criminal finally charged
August 19, 2013
Habitual student-targeting criminal finally charged
August 19, 2013
Habitual student-targeting criminal finally charged
August 19, 2013
Habitual student-targeting criminal finally charged
August 19, 2013
DASO “What is your struggle” exhibition
August 19, 2013
DASO “What is your struggle” exhibition
August 19, 2013
DASO “What is your struggle” exhibition
August 19, 2013
DASO “What is your struggle” exhibition
August 19, 2013
DASO “What is your struggle” exhibition
August 19, 2013
Final results of new constitution still on hold
August 19, 2013
Free Wi-Fi coming to Tshwane
August 19, 2013
Changes to house committee structure
August 19, 2013
Hatfield Steers loses trademark due to health violations
August 19, 2013
Students go all out for Taaibos July
August 5, 2013
UP top achievers honoured
August 5, 2013
Perdebate: Tuks Confessions – the first steps to professional help?
August 5, 2013
Perdebate: Tuks Confessions – the first steps to professional help?
August 5, 2013
Perdebate: Tuks Confessions – the first steps to professional help?
August 5, 2013
Perdebate: Tuks Confessions – the first steps to professional help?
August 5, 2013
Perdebate: Tuks Confessions – the first steps to professional help?
August 5, 2013
Olienhout and Klaradyn crowned Kaskar winners
August 5, 2013
UP to go to Equality Court over race issue
August 5, 2013
Students give back to the community
July 29, 2013
ENACTUS UP crowned 2013 national champions
July 29, 2013
A surprising duo of stethoscopes and musical talent
July 29, 2013
Workers strike at Walter Sisulu University
July 29, 2013
Human rights debated at Tuks
July 29, 2013
Progress being made on new constitution
July 29, 2013
Disciplinary hearing against Wits students postponed
May 27, 2013
Tasneem Essop, Wits SRC secretary, said in a statement that, “The reasons for the new dates include the difficulty students faced in obtaining...
Mr and Miss Tuks First Year crowned
May 27, 2013
Williams said that a number of contestants dropped out at the last minute and were replaced by stand-in models.
Service provider changes in constitution
May 27, 2013
In the current constitution for student governance, the service providers are TuksRag, Stuku, Tuks FM, Perdeby and the SSC.
Tuks students climb the political ladder
May 20, 2013
Lesego Kekae, Congress of the People (COPE) Youth Movement Tshwane secretary What are you studying at Tuks?Industrial Sociology and Labour ...
UP disappointed in low use of evening bus service
May 20, 2013
TSC President Jordan Griffiths said that the real test will be to see how service usage changes during exams, making it hard to comapare until...
Tuks marches against homophobia
May 20, 2013
Before the march started, the executive members of the society handed supporters and society members white balloons and posters with messages ...
Know your new constitution
May 20, 2013
A steering committee (Steerco) was appointed to facilitate the writing of the new constitution.
First public meeting for constitution review
May 13, 2013
Steerco, which is comprised of ten students and six staff members, has put forward a first draft of the constitution for students to consider ...
New interim TuksRag committee
May 13, 2013
TuksRag held a discussion in June last year where they shared ideas on how to reinvent Rag.
Brooklyn police offer little help to mugged student
May 13, 2013
After the incident, Muller used a friend’s iPod to track the location of his phone and went to the Brooklyn Police Station.
Charges brought against Wits SRC
May 13, 2013
On 3 May the SRC held a protest to mobilise students to stand in solidarity with those who have been charged, Wits Vuvuzela reported.
Perdebate: day students’ involvement in student life
May 13, 2013
Sina Malebana, TSC member in charge of the day and faculty house portfolio, said that, “When observing the day of a day student, although ther...
Perdebate: day students’ involvement in student life
May 13, 2013
Sina Malebana, TSC member in charge of the day and faculty house portfolio, said that, “When observing the day of a day student, although ther...
Perdebate: day students’ involvement in student life
May 13, 2013
Sina Malebana, TSC member in charge of the day and faculty house portfolio, said that, “When observing the day of a day student, although ther...
Perdebate: day students’ involvement in student life
May 13, 2013
Sina Malebana, TSC member in charge of the day and faculty house portfolio, said that, “When observing the day of a day student, although ther...
Perdebate: day students’ involvement in student life
May 13, 2013
Sina Malebana, TSC member in charge of the day and faculty house portfolio, said that, “When observing the day of a day student, although ther...
Progress being made on constitution review
May 6, 2013
The constitution was brought under review last year but the process was suspended after there were disagreements about the proposed changes to...
Residences and TuksRag give back to community
May 6, 2013
The staff at the orphanage formed a line at the entrance and sang to the students as they entered.
Are students afraid of being mugged in Hatfield?
May 6, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Perdeby has recently heard complaints about incidents of crime in Hatfield and asked students how safe they feel walking aro...
Are students afraid of being mugged in Hatfield?
May 6, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Perdeby has recently heard complaints about incidents of crime in Hatfield and asked students how safe they feel walking aro...
Are students afraid of being mugged in Hatfield?
May 6, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Perdeby has recently heard complaints about incidents of crime in Hatfield and asked students how safe they feel walking aro...
Are students afraid of being mugged in Hatfield?
May 6, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Perdeby has recently heard complaints about incidents of crime in Hatfield and asked students how safe they feel walking aro...
Are students afraid of being mugged in Hatfield?
May 6, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Perdeby has recently heard complaints about incidents of crime in Hatfield and asked students how safe they feel walking aro...
Protest against Brian Boswell Circus
May 6, 2013
MARISSA BRITS A protest against animal cruelty was held on Sunday 28 April outside the Brian Boswell Circus in Kempton Park.
UP “60-40” quota a misinterpretation
May 2, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Students, campus political societies and the general public have alleged that UP applies a 60-40 quota that works to the ...
UP “60-40” quota a misinterpretation
May 2, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Students, campus political societies and the general public have alleged that UP applies a 60-40 quota that works to the ...
UP “60-40” quota a misinterpretation
May 2, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Students, campus political societies and the general public have alleged that UP applies a 60-40 quota that works to the ...
UP “60-40” quota a misinterpretation
May 2, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Students, campus political societies and the general public have alleged that UP applies a 60-40 quota that works to the ...
UP “60-40” quota a misinterpretation
May 2, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Students, campus political societies and the general public have alleged that UP applies a 60-40 quota that works to the ...
Wits SRC wants racial profiling investigation
May 2, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE The Wits Student Representative Council (SRC) is demanding an investigation into racial profiling, violence against stude...
Negotiations on residences’ food prices continue
May 2, 2013
MARISSA BRITS The Temporary Student Committee (TSC) has been in continuous negotiations with TuksRes regarding food prices in residence’s cafet...
Negotiations on residences’ food prices continue
May 2, 2013
MARISSA BRITS The Temporary Student Committee (TSC) has been in continuous negotiations with TuksRes regarding food prices in residence’s cafet...
Negotiations on residences’ food prices continue
May 2, 2013
MARISSA BRITS The Temporary Student Committee (TSC) has been in continuous negotiations with TuksRes regarding food prices in residence’s cafet...
Negotiations on residences’ food prices continue
May 2, 2013
MARISSA BRITS The Temporary Student Committee (TSC) has been in continuous negotiations with TuksRes regarding food prices in residence’s cafet...
Negotiations on residences’ food prices continue
May 2, 2013
MARISSA BRITS The Temporary Student Committee (TSC) has been in continuous negotiations with TuksRes regarding food prices in residence’s cafet...
Music student becomes Tuks’s first Idol
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Stuku hosted its first annual Idols competition in the Aula last Tuesday.
Music student becomes Tuks’s first Idol
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Stuku hosted its first annual Idols competition in the Aula last Tuesday.
Music student becomes Tuks’s first Idol
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Stuku hosted its first annual Idols competition in the Aula last Tuesday.
Music student becomes Tuks’s first Idol
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Stuku hosted its first annual Idols competition in the Aula last Tuesday.
Music student becomes Tuks’s first Idol
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Stuku hosted its first annual Idols competition in the Aula last Tuesday.
E-tolls set to be implemented soon
May 2, 2013
MARISSA BRITS E-tolls are set to open in the next two months.
How safe are you living in Hatfield?
May 2, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND With only a quarter of the year complete, some UP students are concerned about the rise in robberies taking place in the Hatfi...
Elements of Revelation win dance-off
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Stuku hosted its second annual Dance-Off last Thursday evening.
New flash mob stands up against rhino poaching
May 2, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Prestige, a newly formed flash mob business, had its first performance at the Piazza on Tuesday 16 April.
The role of the TSC in student governance
April 8, 2013
MARISSA BRITS Jordan Griffiths took over as TSC President last Wednesday.
Student debt a problem for universities
April 8, 2013
NKHENSANI CHIMUSE Many South African universities are owed large sums of money by students who fail to meet their tuition fee deadlines.
Shavathon: Tuks goes bald for cancer
April 8, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO Tuks held its annual CANSA Shavathon last week and have raised approximately R10 000.
Parking problems continue on and around campus
March 18, 2013
MARISSA BRITS Parking on and around Hatfield campus is becoming more scarce for both students and staff.
Roofs a “no-go zone” for students
March 18, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Seventeen students have been caught on the roofs of campus buildings over the last six months.
Roofs a “no-go zone” for students
March 18, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Seventeen students have been caught on the roofs of campus buildings over the last six months.
Roofs a “no-go zone” for students
March 18, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Seventeen students have been caught on the roofs of campus buildings over the last six months.
Roofs a “no-go zone” for students
March 18, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Seventeen students have been caught on the roofs of campus buildings over the last six months.
Roofs a “no-go zone” for students
March 18, 2013
MOLEBOGENG MANGOALE Seventeen students have been caught on the roofs of campus buildings over the last six months.
Campus accommodation crisis being addressed
March 18, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND TuksRes, in conjunction with the Temporary Student Committee (TSC) and a number of student societies, have worked to provide ac...
UP Beats cancelled
March 18, 2013
DANIELLE PETTERSON The UP Beats Festival will no longer be taking place this month.
Bogus electrician steals from student
March 18, 2013
BOIPELO BOIKHUTSO A man posing as an electrician allegedly stole a student’s purse on south campus on 7 March.
Two city boys cycle from Cape Town to Kenya
March 11, 2013
STEPHANIE VAN DER PLANK Two ambitious South Africans will embark on a cycling adventure from Cape Point to Kisumu, Kenya on 16 March.
Hit-and-run witnesses urged to come forward
March 11, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND In the early hours of the morning on 2 March, an international student visiting Pretoria was knocked down by a car in a hit-and...
Varsity Cup ticket prices lowered
March 4, 2013
STAFF REPORTER Ticket prices for Varsity Cup matches at Tuks Stadium have been lowered.
Final judging round for Miss Tuks Varsity Cup
March 4, 2013
STAFF REPORTER The top ten Miss Tuks Varsity Cup contestants went through an intense final judging round held at the TuksRugby clubhouse la...
Wi-Fi coming to Hatfield campus
March 4, 2013
SILIZIWE MABUYA Mamelodi was the first UP campus to get a wireless internet connection.
Taaibos first year passes away
March 4, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND A first-year Taaibos student died on 26 February after contracting meningitis.
Why there is no RAG Diary for 2013
February 25, 2013
STEPHANIE VAN DER PLANK There was no RAG Diary available for 2013.
Wireless connection launch at Mamelodi campus
February 25, 2013
SILIZIWE MABUYA Mamelodi campus has become the first of UP’s campuses to be connected to the internet via a wireless network.
Cash-free RAG Procession
February 25, 2013
ZUBENATHI JIZANA The age-old tradition of blikskud (the collection of small change in a can from bystanders) at RAG was removed from the process...
Big Brother is watching you
February 25, 2013
SILIZIWE MABUYA With the motto “To see more than what others see, to see further than what others see, to see first before others” you should ...
Architecture student crowned Tuks RAG Queen 2013
February 25, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Tuks hosted its annual RAG Queen crowning last Thursday evening in the Aula, where architecture student Dassie Persuad-van der ...
Res students involved in accident
February 25, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND Last Tuesday at approximately 21:45, a car accident involving residents of Sonop Tehuis occurred on the corner of Jan Shoba and L...
Graduate tax met with opposition
February 18, 2013
DANIELLE PETTERSON The ANC has proposed a graduate tax for all graduates of institutions of higher education.
Pistorius to appear in court
February 18, 2013
MAXINE TWADDLE Oscar Pistorius will appear in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court tomorrow for the bail hearing in his murder case.
Students fall for accommodation scam
February 18, 2013
DANIELLE PETTERSON Two Tuks students have been conned by an accommodation scam after they responded to an advert on Junk Mail for a bachelor f...
Miss Tuks Varsity Cup 2013 underway
February 18, 2013
ZUBENATHI JIZANA The top 25 Miss Tuks Varsity Cup 2013 contestants were chosen last Wednesday.
Security Services receive awards from SAPS
February 13, 2013
SILIZIWE MABUYA An award ceremony was held on 31 January at the Brooklyn Police Station to honour members of the Department of Security Servic...
Second UP residence death
February 13, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND On Thursday 31 January, a previous Jasmyn HK and public administration student took her life by hanging herself.
RAG: a parade of disappointment
February 11, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND, SILIZIWE MABUYA AND DANIELLE PETTERSON The University of Pretoria hosted its annual RAG Procession on Saturday 9 February.
Oversight Committee for Transformation not welcomed by all
February 11, 2013
STEPHANIE VAN DER PLANK Last month, Minister for Higher Education and Training in South Africa Dr Blade Nzimande announced the establishment o...
The future of the constitution
February 11, 2013
AYANDA NDLOVU The University of Pretoria will begin the process of rewriting the Constitution for Student Governance this year.
Tuks RAG Queen competes in World Miss University
February 11, 2013
SILIZIWE MABUYA Tuks 2012 RAG Queen Mudinda Denga competed in the 25th annual World Miss University pageant hosted in South Korea on 11 Decemb...
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February 11, 2013
Making friends on campus
February 5, 2013
SILIZIWE MABUYA For many new students making friends can be a daunting experience.
The old and the new: a quick guide to UP traditions
February 5, 2013
TARYN RICHMOND As a first-year student at UP you have a wide array of activities to look forward to, together with a number of traditions tha...
Message from the Vice-Chancellor
January 26, 2013
To all our new students, Welcome to the University of Pretoria.
The who’s who of Tuks politics
January 26, 2013
AYANDA NDLOVU The University of Pretoria holds annual student parliament elections.
The who’s who of Tuks politics
January 26, 2013
AYANDA NDLOVU The University of Pretoria holds annual student parliament elections.
The who’s who of Tuks politics
January 26, 2013
AYANDA NDLOVU The University of Pretoria holds annual student parliament elections.
The who’s who of Tuks politics
January 26, 2013
AYANDA NDLOVU The University of Pretoria holds annual student parliament elections.
The who’s who of Tuks politics
January 26, 2013
AYANDA NDLOVU The University of Pretoria holds annual student parliament elections.
The ins and outs of Student Parliament
January 26, 2013
STEPHANIE VAN DER PLANK With orientation, RAG and Hatfield Square providing adequate distraction, student politics may not be a top priority wh...
Choose your day house
January 26, 2013
MAXINE TWADDLE Tuks’s day houses were created to allow students who do not live in residences to participate in organised student life.
Know your residences
January 26, 2013
ZUBENATHI JIZANA The University of Pretoria is the biggest residential university in South Africa with 28 residences.
What happened to our SRC?
January 26, 2013
DANIELLE PETTERSON A Temporary Student Committee (TSC) has taken the place of the Student Representative Council (SRC) until a SRC can be ele...
Meet your Tuks service providers
January 26, 2013
KEVIN VAN DER LIST The various campus service providers are largely student-run organisations that serve the student community.
UP hosts ANC International Solidarity Conference
October 30, 2012
AMY-MAE CAMPBELL UP hosted the third ANC International Solidarity Conference in the Rembrandt Hall, on LC de Villiers Sport Campus, last week ...
UP hosts ANC International Solidarity Conference
October 30, 2012
AMY-MAE CAMPBELL UP hosted the third ANC International Solidarity Conference in the Rembrandt Hall, on LC de Villiers Sport Campus, last week ...
UP hosts ANC International Solidarity Conference
October 30, 2012
AMY-MAE CAMPBELL UP hosted the third ANC International Solidarity Conference in the Rembrandt Hall, on LC de Villiers Sport Campus, last week ...