North-West University

Also known as: North-West University at Potchefstroom · NWU

2021-02-192026-09-09

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September 2026
8 SeptInformanté
North-West University employs Dr Henno Havenga, senior lecturer in climatology at its School of Geo- and Spatial Sciences
Source
“Dr Henno Havenga, senior lecturer in climatology at North-West University's (NWU's) School of Geo- and Spatial Sciences, said the term "super El Niño" is widely used but is not a formal scientific classification.”
Africa urged to prepare for powerful El Niño
8 SeptWindhoek Observer
North-West University employs climatologist Dr Henno Havenga
Source
“North-West University's (NWU) climatologist Dr Henno Havenga warns that its slow progression can catch countries dangerously unprepared.”
Africa must brace for a powerful El Niño
June 2026
29 JunThe Namibian
North-West University has lecturers, researchers and students from across the continent
Source
“At the NWU, we have lecturers, researchers and students from across our continent because we know that major scientific breakthroughs cross borders, that we have as much to teach others as we have to learn from them and that ideas have passports far more powerful than those carried by people.”
Opinion: Xenophobic Tendencies Will Kill Our South African Dream
November 2025
23 NovThe Namibian
North-West University awarded BCom (Hons) in Financial Accounting to Willem Pretorius
Source
“He holds a BCom CA degree, a BCom (Hons) in Financial Accounting from North-West University, and a BCom (Hons) CTA from the University of South Africa.”
Letshego Holdings Namibia appoints Willem Pretorius as chief financial officer

World & Region

Africa warned to prepare for powerful El Niño event

The News

A potentially strong El Niño is expected to strengthen, with the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration placing a greater than 90% chance of a very strong event during the Northern Hemisphere autumn and winter of 2026/27, prompting calls for African governments to prepare for impacts on food security, water supplies, public health and electricity generation. Southern Africa faces increased risk of drought and extreme heat, while parts of East Africa could experience above-normal rainfall and flooding.

8 September 2026 · Informanté →

Yesterday

Africa warned to prepare for powerful El Niño event
A potentially strong El Niño is expected to strengthen, with the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration placing a greater than 90% chance of a very strong event during the Northern Hemisphere autumn and winter of 2026/27, prompting calls for African governments to prepare for impacts on food security, water supplies, public health and electricity generation. Southern Africa faces increased risk of drought and extreme heat, while parts of East Africa could experience above-normal rainfall and flooding.
8 September 2026 · Informanté →
Africa faces powerful El Niño threat, warns climatologist
A severe El Niño forming in the Pacific Ocean could bring punishing heat and drought to southern Africa while triggering excessive rainfall and flooding in parts of the east, threatening harvests, water supplies, and electricity generation. A climatologist warns governments must repair water infrastructure, prepare food-security programmes, and strengthen disaster-response systems before the crisis takes hold.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 28 August

Global geopolitical order undergoing unprecedented transformation
Geopolitical shifts including US–Israeli conflict with Iran, US military intervention in Venezuela, transatlantic alliance strain, and Chinese military pressure on Taiwan are being driven by intensifying competition for control over currencies, energy resources, technologies and strategic minerals, according to the director of the Centre for Geopolitical Security and Strategy.
28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 30 June

South African xenophobia threatens nation's moral legacy
Prof. Bismark Tyobeka, principal of North-West University, warns that xenophobic violence and threats against foreigners risk making South Africa "one of the world's pariahs," contradicting the nation's post-1994 commitment to openness and moral leadership.
30 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 29 June

Opinion: Xenophobic violence threatens South Africa's post-1994 moral legacy
The principal and vice chancellor of North-West University argues that recent xenophobic attacks and threats of violence against immigrants risk reversing South Africa's trajectory as a moral leader since 1990, and warns that citizens must reject both xenophobia and tolerance of illegal immigration.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 21 May

President expresses concern over medicine shortages at public hospitals
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says reports of medicine shortages at public hospitals are giving her "sleepless nights," speaking during a tour of pharmaceutical manufacturer Fabupharm. Medical doctors say shortages of essential medicine persist despite government reports showing national stock levels at about 60%, with patients being turned away at several hospitals.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 30 January

Arandis Primary principal reflects on education service journey
Lahja Nashuuta Melanie Goamus, principal of Arandis Primary School in Erongo, attributes her 24-year career in public education to her father's example and family background of service. She credits her training and professional development for equipping her with teaching and leadership skills, though she identifies resource constraints and insufficient support for struggling learners as key challenges facing her school.
30 January 2026 · New Era →