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Professor Joseph Kwasi Agyemang: A Beacon of Excellence in Accounting at the University of Eswatini
Kwaluseni, 25 September 2024. Professor Dr. Dr. Dr. Joseph Kwasi Agyemang has made a historic milestone by becoming the first person in the world to attain three unique PhDs in Accounting.
University Council bids farewell to retired University Officers
KWALUSENI – On Thursday 29 August 2024, at the New Wing, Refectory, the University Council held a function to bid farewell to three Officers of the University who have retired.
Record numbers at the 2024 Orientation!
KWALUSENI – The 2024 Orientation session held at the University of Eswatini, Ligcabho LemaSwati Sports Emporium on 12 to 14 August 2024 saw over 2800 students attend the sessions.
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER FOR EDUCATION INTRODUCES THE TASK TEAM THAT HAS BEEN APPOINTED TO INVESTIGATE THE STATE OF AFFAIRS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ESWATINI
KWALUSENI: On Wednesday 28 August 2024, the Honourable Minister for Education and Training, Mr Owen Nxumalo introduced the Task Team appointed to investigate the state of affairs at the University of Eswatini in the Main Conference Room, Kwaluseni.
NO HUNGRY STUDENT PROJECT LAUNCHED
KWALUSENI – On Friday 16 August 2024 at the Kwaluseni Campus, New Wing – Refectory, the “No Student Hungry Project” based at the Student Affairs, Counselling, Career & Development Office was launched.
UNIVERSITY OF ESWATINI INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR EDUCATION (UICE) 2024
KWALUSENI – The University of Eswatini through the Faculty of Education hosted an international Conference at the Kwalueni Campus on 6-8 August 2024. The theme of the Conference was “Transformative Education in the advent of AI/$IR in the light of African Educational Philosophies.”
MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME GRADUATION FOR COHORT 2
EZULWINI – The University of Eswatini (UNESWA) through the Consultancy and Training Centre (CTC) collaborated with the Eswatini Water Services Corporation (EWSC) to offer a 12-month training on the Management Development Programme (MDP) for the Corporation’s middle management.
University of Eswatini Collaborates with Local Communities for Pep-per bark tree (Sibhaha) Conservation in Ngudzeni Inkhundla
Kwaluseni, Eswatini – 23 July 2024 – The Indigenous Climate Observatories (ICO) project, which is a collaborative project between the University of Eswatini and Malmö University in Sweden, recently conducted a successful outreach programme in the Ngudzeni Inkhundla, focusing on the conservation of the endangered Sibhaha (Pepper bark) tree.
UNESWA Launches the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan to Internal Stakeholders
KWALUSENI – The 2024-2029 University of Eswatini Strategic Plan was launched to internal stakeholders at a ceremony held at the University’s Multi-Purpose Hall, Kwaluseni on Tuesday 07 May 2024.
The First National Bank Eswatini Foundation presents the Refurbished FNB CyberSpace Computer Laboratory to UNESWA worth close to 1.4 million
KWALUSENI- On Thursday 01 February 2024, The First National Bank Eswatini Foundation presented the refurbished FNB CyberSpace Computer Laboratory to the University Management at a function held in the Kwaluseni Campus, New Wing, Refectory.
The Commerce Society hosts the 10th Commerce Indaba
KWALUSENI – The Commerce Society, a Society for all Faculty of Commerce students held the 10th Commerce Indaba at the Sport Emporuim, Kwaluseni Campus on Friday, 19 January 2024.
SADC Secretariat Visits UNESWA: Monitoring the Progress of the SADC-SIPS Grant Programme.
KWALUSENI – In a significant two-day visit on the 7th and 8th March 2024, the Secretariat of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) arrived at the University of Eswatini (UNESWA) to monitor the progress of the SADC-SIPS (Support to Industrialization and Productive Sectors) grant programme.
ESA-EIRMIP RESEARCH GRANT FOR THE 2024/25 ACADEMIC YEAR VALUE-ADDED SUGARCANE PRODUCTS IN ESWATINI ROUND 4
University holds Oath-Taking Ceremony for 30 Nursing Students
MBABANE – The University of Eswatini through the Faculty of Health Sciences successfully held the Oath-taking Ceremony on Friday 01 December 2023 at the Mbabane Campus.
IndabaX Award Ceremony
KWALUSENI – The Eswatini Fintech Working Group (EFWG) held the IndabaX Award Ceremony on Thursday 9 November 2023 at the Institute of Distance Education Lecture Theatre at 2pm.
Work on the Motsepe Project Site officially Commences at the Kwaluseni Campus
KWALUSENI – On Wednesday 8 November 2023, a brief ceremony was held at the Kwaluseni Motsepe Project Site was held to mark the official beginning of the construction work of classes which is expected to take 18 months.
UNESWA host orientation for 2023/24 Institute of Distance Education Accepted Students
KWALUSENI – On Tuesday 07 November 2023, the University hosted the Orientation Session for 365 students of the Institute of Distance Education that had been accepted to study at the University in the 2023/2024 Academic Year.
UNESWA successfully hosts 2023 Graduation Ceremony
KWALUSENI – After not holding the Graduation Ceremony for more than three years, the University of Eswatini magnificently held the 41st Congregation of the University on Saturday 21 October 2023 at the Kwaluseni Campus.
Huawei Technologies Eswatini Handover Ceremony for Ten Laptops and Smart Board to UNESWA
KWALUSENI – Huawei Technologies Eswatini held a handover ceremony for ten laptops and a Smart board to UNESWA on 03 November 2023 at the New Wing, Refectory, Kwaluseni.
The University of Eswatini (UNESWA) is undergoing Institutional and programme assessment by External Reviewers through ESHEC
KWALUSENI – The University of Eswatini (UNESWA) is undergoing Institutional and programme assessment by External Reviewers through ESHEC.
MTN Skills Academy is officially launched!
KWALUSENI – The Acting Chief Executive Officer of MTN, Mr Sibusiso Nhleko officially launched the MTN Skills Academy at a ceremony that was attended by University Staff, MTN Staff and over 250 students from different tertiary institutions in the country.
MTN donates 35 computers to the University of Eswatini
KWALUSENI – On Thursday 26 October 2023, MTN donated 35 computers worth over E750 000 to the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of the Faculty Science, Engineering, University of Eswatini.
Motsepe Project Site Handover Marks a Milestone in Enhancing Education at UNESWA
Kwaluseni, 3 October 2023 – The University of Eswatini (UNESWA) celebrated a significant milestone today as the Motsepe Project site was officially handed over to the construction team.
UNESWA PhD student awarded Eswatini Environment Fund grant for OWLS-ROCK project
20 September 2023, Kwaluseni – The Eswatini Environment Fund has awarded PhD student Ms. Siphesihle Magagula from the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eswatini, a E228K grant for the On the Wing Long-Term Sustainable Rodent Control to Keep Communities Food Secure (OWLS -ROCK) project.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOP ON THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DRAFT POLICY
KWALUSENI – The University of Eswatini hosted a workshop to engage her internal stakeholder (staff and students) on the draft Equal Opportunity Policy of UNESWA on Monday 12 June 2023 at the Ligcabho LemaSwati Sports Emporium at the Kwaluseni Campus.
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USAID and UNESWA support opening of first National Wildlife Laboratory to combat Wildlife Crime in Eswatini
24 May 2023, Kwaluseni Eswatini. It is an exciting time for the wildlife and livestock sector in the country as the University of Eswatini (UNESWA) hosts the first national wildlife laboratory in the country.
ESCCOM donates specialised equipment for three UNESWA visually impaired students
KWALUSENI – This morning, Monday 19.06.2023 at the Main Conference Room, Kwaluseni Campus, ESCCOM through the Chief Executive Officer, Mr Mvilawemphi Dlamini donated specialised laptops to three visually impaired students of the University of Eswatini, Institute of Distance Education (IDE).
ESA/EIRMIP RESEARCH GRANT AWARD CEREMONY
MBABANE – The Eswatini Sugar Association (ESA), in collaboration with the University of Eswatini’s (UNESWA) Eswatini Institute for Research in Traditional Medicine, Medicinal and Indigenous Food Plants (EIRMIP), held the ESA/EIRMIP RESEARCH GRANT AWARD CEREMONY on Monday, 13 February 2023 at the ESA Headquarters.
Induction Workshop for University Council Members
PIGGS PEAK – Members of the University Council, the highest decision-making body at the University of Eswatini attended an Induction Workshop that was held at the Piggs Peak Hotel on 02-03 February 2023.
UNESWA Students travel to India to compete at UNESCO-India-Africa Hackathon
KWALUSENI – The University of Eswatini hosted a Press Briefing on Thursday 17 November 2022 to announce that 12 students would travel to India to compete at the UNESCO-India-Africa Hackathon to be held in Uttah Pradesh. The Eswatini students had been sponsored by the India High Commission in Eswatini, UNESCO, the Indonesian Consulate in Eswatini, UNESWA Innovation Centre and the UNESWA Centre for Sustainable Energy Research.
Courtesy Call of UN Resident Coordinator to the University of Eswatini Management
On the 3rd of August 2022, the United Nations Resident Coordinator to Eswatini, Mr George Wachira paid a courtesy call to the Vice Chancellor of the University of Eswatini, Professor Justice Thwala and his management team
Tanzania High Commissioner Visit
KWALUSENI – The High Commissioner of the United Republic of Tanzania accredited in Mozambique, Madagascar and the Kingdom of Eswatini, CGP (Ret.) Phaustine Martin Kasike paid a courtesy call to the University of Eswatini Vice Chancellor, Professor Justice Thwala on Friday 11 November 2022.
UNESWA biologists describe a new bat species, this time in Eswatini!
SUNDAY – 9th of October, 2022 Eswatini, Africa – A new study recently published in the scientific journal the Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society, authored by Prof. Peter John Taylor from the Department of Zoology and Entomology, University of the Free State together with colleagues from the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eswatini (UNESWA): Prof. Ara Monadjem, Mr. Mnqobi Lifa Mamba, and Ms. Siphesihle Magagula and other international collaborators have described a new species of bat.
Launch of the UNESWA Radio American Voices Project
The Kwaluseni Campus was filled with excitement as the UNESWA Radio American voices project was being launched at the New Wing, Kwaluseni.
Stefanutti Stocks Graduation
On Monday 28 June 2021, The Consultancy and Training Centre (CT) of the University of Eswatini hosted a Graduation Ceremony for 24 Stefanutti Stocks Staff who had successfully completed the Combined Accounting and Business Short-term Training.
UNESWA biologists discover a new bat species in Mozambique
A new study recently published in the scientific journal Acta Chiropterologica, authored by Professor Ara Monadjem from the Department of Biological Sciences,
UNESWA claims 2nd place in the Eswatini International Trade Fair
The University of Eswatini stall at the Trade Fair 2019 has been recognized as one of the best in the country.
The Chancellor, His Majesty King Mswati III officiates at the 39th Graduation Ceremony
“The country has taken significant strides towards tapping into the innovation and creativity of its citizens and it was time that these yield results in terms of revenue generation, knowledge and skills transfer.”
UNESWA Wellness Day Celebration 2019
The University of Eswatini hosted its second wellness day celebration at a colorful event held at the Kwaluseni Campus on the 22nd of May 2019.
"We made it!" - Class of 2019
2 Ph.Ds
77 Matsers
1148 Degrees
304 Certificates
UNESWA hosts the first series of Professorial Inaugural Lectures
Newly appointed professors, Prof. C.H. Harford and Prof. M.B. Masuku were the first academia to celebrate their excellence in research they had undertaken.
Eswatini Parliament partners with UNESWA for capacity building
This partnership is aimed at equipping policy makers with necessary skills to carry out their duties in the Eswatini Parliament
Providence University (Taiwan) signs MoU with UNESWA
A partnership to develop the Bio-Technology industry in the country, has been forged between UNESWA and Providence University.
Eswatini Innovation Hackathon
UNESWA has partnered with a number of Institutions to jointly pioneer the first ever Eswatini Innovation Hackathon to foster data-driven solutions for everyday life.
Artificial Intelligence Seminar
Intelligent machines that act and react like humans are slowly making their mark globally, especially in the advanced world, making life easier and better for those who use them.
Construction Industry Council partners with UNESWA CTC
The University of Eswatini via the Consultancy and Training Centre (CTC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Construction Industry Council (CIC)
Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Eswatini and Africa Cooperative Action Trust(ACAT)
On Wednesday 28 July 2021, the University of Eswatini (UNESWA) and the Africa Cooperative Action Trust (ACAT) signed a Memorandum of understanding in the Main Conference Room.
Graduation Ceremony for the Certificate in Online Teaching for Educators
KWALUSENI – The University of Eswatini through the Institute of Distance Education (IDE) held a Graduation Ceremony for 83 awardees who received the Certificate in Online Teaching for Educators (COTE),
UNESWA signs Memorandum of Agreement with the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office and the World Food Programme
MBABANE – On Thursday 08 September 2022 at the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office, UNESWA signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office (DPMO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) aimed at enhancing work and investment in resilience building for the vulnerable population of the Kingdom.
UNESWA signs contracts with Manyatsi-Nhleko Quantity Surveyors & Project Managers, and Swaziland Consulting Engineers to resuscitate the building project supported by the Motsepe Foundation
KWALUSENI – On Tuesday 27 September 2022 at the University of Eswatini, Main Conference Room, Kwaluseni Campus, Mnyatsi-Nhleko Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, Swaziland Structural Engineers, and UNESWA signed an agreement for the resuscitation of the Kwaluseni & Mbabane Building projects, supported by the Motsepe Foundation.