UP hosts Africa’s first Nobel Prize Dialogue

Posted on May 20, 2021

UP recently hosted Africa’s first Nobel Prize Dialogue, which featured, among others, five Nobel Prize laureates.

‘Public opinion is increasingly dictating the success or failure of companies and brands’ – UP academics on fixing reputational damage

Posted on November 13, 2020

In order to retain market value, a customer base and employee loyalty, an organisation must take stock of its reputation.

UP’s Albert Luthuli Centre for Responsible Leadership repositions to become institute

Posted on November 05, 2020

The Albert Luthuli Centre for Responsible Leadership (ALCRL) at the University of Pretoria (UP) will be entering its 10th year in 2021 with a new name and fresh mandate.

Alumnus profile: Niel Schoombee

Posted on October 12, 2020

For many years, the talented singer/songwriter, alumnus Niel Schoombee, ‘lived’ his passion in the entertainment industry. Besides creating the highly acclaimed 5-person male vocal group, Hi-5, he gained numerous prestigious awards, in SA and abroad. He wrote over 700 songs for many...

UP hosts webinar about importance of inclusivity in advertising

Posted on October 06, 2020

The Faculty of Economic Management Sciences at the University of Pretoria (UP) recently hosted a webinar about more inclusive approaches that need to be taken towards the marketing of products, and the impact that negative advertisements can have on businesses as well as employee morale, job...

Alumna profile: Lucinda Neethling

Posted on September 28, 2020

She is not only a well-known singer who released her brand new, catchy single, Weerloos, to much acclaim a couple of months ago, but as a talented visual artist specialising in ballpoint pen art, Lucinda Neethling continues to catch the eye. On top of this, she also produced her first...

Alumna profile: Dr Martha Mushunje

Posted on August 24, 2020

From her studies, Dr Martha Mushunje has learnt valuable lessons on the importance of perseverance and dedication in all spheres of life. “Our backgrounds do not shape our destiny; through perseverance and dedication you can achieve anything,” she reckons. Along with 15 other...

Alumni profile: David and Jonathan Sher

Posted on August 11, 2020

It comes as no surprise that the dynamic paper and plastics manufacturer, Universal Paper and Plastics (UPP), celebrated its 70th anniversary in style with a ‘roaring 20s’-themed party earlier this year. Starting out as a small family business, it has grown into a 455 employee-strong...