University of Limpopo

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧-𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞 (𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐃) 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 The Southern African-Nordic Centre (SANORD) Central Office invites all scholars, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students from both the Global South and North to submit their abstracts for the 2026 SANORD Annual Conference. This prestigious gathering provides a platform for diverse voices to engage in meaningful dialogue, share innovative ideas, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge across regions. ul.ac.za/2026-southern-…

𝐁𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐝𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐀 𝐝𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 Visually and physically impaired, Thandolwethu Ngubeni refused to let his circumstances define his future, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from the University of Limpopo (UL). ul.ac.za/blind-and-whee…

𝐔𝐋 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝟐𝟗 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟓𝟔 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚’𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 On the notable day of Saturday, 11 April 2026, the esteemed University Chancellor, Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, proudly conferred 29 doctoral degrees and 258 master’s degrees. This impressive number underscores the University’s expanding role in the realm of advanced research and knowledge creation, illuminating its commitment to fostering intellectual growth. ul.ac.za/ul-celebrates-…

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Ms Munene Mhlongo, Treasurer of the University of Limpopo Alumni and Convocation Association Mpumalanga Chapter, delivered an inspiring congratulatory message to the graduates, reminding them that this milestone marks not just the completion of their studies, but the beginning of a journey filled with purpose and responsibility. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/b5v-7urnW… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Mr Maredi Mogau, SRC Deputy President, delivered a congratulatory message to the graduates. He extended heartfelt congratulations to those graduating with Honours degrees and Postgraduate Certificates, celebrating their achievement as a significant milestone. He noted that the journey to this moment required perseverance through rigorous study, demanding research, and numerous challenges. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/b5v-7urnW… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Professor Tebogo Mothiba, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Partnerships, welcomed the congregation to the second session on the seventh day of the Autumn Graduation Ceremony. During this morning’s session, the University of Limpopo will confer 217 Honours Bachelor’s degrees and 93 Postgraduate Certificates. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/b5v-7urnW… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Reverend Awadzani Nemaukhwe delivers a scripture reading and prayer. Graduation is not merely a celebration of academic success; it is a divine commissioning. As graduates step forward, we believe they will make their families proud while carrying the values of the University into the world. The institution commissions them to represent it with integrity and purpose. Education should produce individuals who transform society, not those who seek to escape from it. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/b5v-7urnW… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Congratulations, graduates. Today you rise not only with degrees, but with purpose. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/b5v-7urnW… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Join us for the Autumn Graduation Ceremony taking place today, 14 April 2026, as the University of Limpopo confers Honours Bachelor’s Degrees and Postgraduate Certificate within the Faculties of Humanities, Management, and Law. Congratulations to all the graduands. 🎓 Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/b5v-7urnW… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟔 - 𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Ms Portia Dube, SRC Secretary-General, delivered a congratulatory message to the graduates. While poverty shaped our circumstances, it never defined our purpose. We are no longer struggling students; today, we stand as graduates and leaders. We are living proof that what once broke us has now built us, and what once limited us has now propelled us forward. Congratulations! Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/jrtgci-aK… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟔 - 𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Professor Tebogo Mothiba, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Partnerships, welcomed the congregation to the second session of the sixth day of the Autumn Graduation Ceremony. At this session, the University of Limpopo will confer 219 undergraduate degrees and 94 Postgraduate Certificates within the Faculty of Humanities. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/jrtgci-aK… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟔 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 The tassel was definitely worth the hassle. Congrats on all your hard work. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/BAkrDs6G7… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟔 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Mr Vusi Maluleke, Treasurer of the University Limpopo Alumni and Convocation Association Limpopo Chapter, delivered warmest and heartfelt congratulatory message to the graduates. He encouraged graduates to embrace their new chapter with confidence, reminding them of the legacy they carry as ambassadors of the institution. Acknowledging South Africa’s challenging job market, he urged them not to wait for opportunities, but to create their own through resilience, innovation and the knowledge they have gained. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/BAkrDs6G7… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟔 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Ms Neo Letsoalo congratulates the Faculty of Humanities graduates and encourages them to embrace their role as future educators with dedication and purpose. She highlights the importance of teaching in serving both the public and the national interest, urging graduates to strive for excellence in their profession. Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/BAkrDs6G7… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 Congratulations to all the Master’s graduates.🎓🎓 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/ZXUlA7D1q… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026 #ULGrad2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 Dr Pieter Barend Botha has achieved a remarkable academic milestone by earning his Master of Business Administration at the University of Limpopo. His mini-dissertation, titled “The Effects of Service Quality Perceptions and Satisfaction on Medical Practitioners' Loyalty Towards a Private Pathology Laboratory in Limpopo Province, South Africa,” explores important factors influencing professional relationships within the healthcare sector. Live Stream: youtube.com/live/ZXUlA7D1q… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026 #ULGrad2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 Well done to Hlophe Brilliant on obtaining her Master of Science in Soil Science, Cum Laude. Her mini-dissertation, titled “Assessing the Response of Soil Microbial Communities Following Irrigation of Tomato Crops (Solanum lycopersicum) with Treated Wastewater from Different Treatment Plants in Capricorn District, Limpopo Province, South Africa,” highlights her valuable contribution to sustainable agriculture and environmental research. Live Stream: youtube.com/live/ZXUlA7D1q… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026 #ULGrad2026

𝐔𝐋 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘: 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟓 - 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 Congratulations to the master’s and doctoral graduates of the University of Limpopo. May your knowledge inspire change and shape a better future.🎓 Share your special moments with us using #ULGrad2026 Live Stream: youtube.com/live/ZXUlA7D1q… #ChooseUL #IAmUL #ULEvents2026