Graduates celebrate their achievement during the 2026 Spring Graduation Ceremonies. Spring Graduation ceremonies showcase academic achievement, research and determination across all four faculties By Staff repoters – ulpublications@ul.ac.za The University of Limpopo...
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Nine years, three failed attempts and one unforgettable graduation
Nine years later, Molatela finally takes her place among UL graduates. Photo Frans Nkhapele Molatelo Mphago’s path to a University of Limpopo degree was marked by academic setbacks, financial hardship, a failed module, and moments when she nearly gave up — but she...
UL, THERO Services team up to prepare students for the workplace
From left, Dr Izelque Botha, Head of the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at UL; Olga Mulaudzi, Director at THERO Services; Prof Leseilane Mampuru, Acting Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science and Agriculture at UL; and Emily Maseko of THERO...
New hope for men as UL researcher turns traditional knowledge into potential treatment for fatal sexual disease
Prototype formulation samples of Plant A and Plant B, used by Prof Mamokone Mahlo to develop prototype herbal gel and tonic formulations for ‘U wela’. Photos: Reuben Maake Professor Mamokone Mahlo is developing herbal gel and tonic prototypes in a bid to tackle ‘U...
“Look out for each other”: MEC and UL rally students to break the silence on suicide
Limpopo Social Development MEC Hon Florence Radzilani speaks at the University of Limpopo’s Suicide Awareness Day and Gender-Based Violence Programme at Onkgopotse Tiro Hall. Photos: Molebogeng Ledwaba Limpopo Social Development MEC urges students and communities to...
Don’t just remember Tiro, live his values, Dr Sikhakhane tells young South Africans
Senior Counsel Dr Muzi Sikhakhane delivers the keynote address at the 11th Onkgopotse Tiro Memorial Lecture at UL. Senior Counsel Advocate Muzi Sikhakhane tells the 11th Onkgopotse Tiro Memorial Lecture at the University of Limpopo that remembering the slain student...
UL researchers shine at 2026 NRF Awards
Prof Grace Manyelo (second from left) and Dr Edwin Makhado (fourth from left) are congratulated on their NRF awards by Dr Thembinkosi Mabila (left), Director for Research Administration and Development at UL, and Prof Tebogo Mothiba (third from left), holder of the...
Research must move beyond publication, says Deputy Chief Justice of South Africa at UL Research Day
Deputy Chief Justice of South Africa, Justice  Dunstan Mlambo. Faculty of Management and Law Research Day challenges academics and students to turn evidence into action and tackle real-world problems  By Johannes Selepe & Lesego Maaba – Mosela.selepe@ul.ac.za...
Sustainability symposium puts leadership, research and governance at the centre of the climate debate
Panellists discuss climate change governance and sustainable development during the University of Limpopo Global Leadership and Sustainability Symposium. Photos: Dimpho Boshomane and Lebogang Mathaba Civil society, academics and business leaders examine the gap...
UL takes GBV conversation into Ga-Makanye as community members confront the reality of violence against women and children
Community members from Ga-Makanye village participate in a GBV awareness campaign organised by the University of Limpopo’s (UL) Gender Desk, calling for an end to gender-based violence. Photos: Frans Nkhapele When violence happens next door, do you keep quiet? By...
Researchers at UL raise alarms on asbestos threat in Ga-Mathabatha village
Asbestos-bearing rocks and soil observed in the Tongwane River and along its banks near Success village, Ga-Mathabatha, Limpopo Capricorn. The research found that nearly half of surveyed residents are unaware of locations with high asbestos concentrations  By...
UL strengthens its role as a hub for youth entrepreneurship
Judges look on as entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas. University’s partnership with YAEI and Absa gives young entrepreneurs access to mentorship, funding and business networks By Abba Armooh - abba.armooh@ul.ac.za The University of Limpopo is strengthening its...












