NWU Business School

18/06/2026

The NWU Business School proudly congratulates our distinguished MBA alumnus, Prof Frednard Gideon, on his appointment as Vice-Chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST).

This outstanding achievement reflects a career dedicated to academic excellence, visionary leadership and advancing higher education across Africa. Throughout more than two decades of service, Prof Gideon has championed institutional transformation, strengthened governance, driven innovation, and fostered partnerships that create lasting impact.

As Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of Namibia, he has played a key role in advancing curriculum innovation, digital transformation, internationalisation and student success. His appointment as Vice-Chancellor is a fitting recognition of his exceptional leadership and strategic vision.

As a valued member of the NWU Business School alumni community, Prof Gideon embodies the values we strive to cultivate in our graduates: ethical leadership, innovation, lifelong learning and meaningful impact.

We are immensely proud of this milestone and wish Prof Gideon every success as he leads NUST into an exciting new chapter.

Congratulations, Prof Gideon. Your achievement continues to inspire our students, alumni and the broader NWU Business School community.

17/06/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙞𝙚𝙡𝙙.

A PhD is more than an academic achievement. It's a journey of discovery, innovation and intellectual leadership.

Applications to the NWU Business School PhD programme are now open.

Ready to turn curiosity into impact? 👉 Follow the link in the comments.

17/06/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮'𝘀 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗳 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲?

On 's 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘸, Prof Joseph Sekhampu, Chief Director of the NWU Business School, examined the connection between municipal performance, service delivery and economic development.

Drawing on the latest Auditor-General report and recent calls for reform from President Cyril Ramaphosa, the discussion highlights why strengthening local government is essential for South Africa's future.

Listen to the full interview 👉 https://nwubusinessschool.co.za/2026/06/17/professor-sekhampu-calls-for-the-consolidation-of-municipalities-for-better-governance/

17/06/2026

NWU Business School: Accreditation in Motion!

We are officially counting down to our AMBA & BGA dual re-accreditation visit this October!

International accreditation isn’t just a technical milestone, it’s a shared journey shaped by our incredible students, alumni, faculty, and partners. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing insights into the standards we uphold, the impact we create, and what makes us a leader on the African continent.

Check out our first "Did You Know?" feature below to see our proud track record of excellence!

🔗 Track our journey here: https://nwubusinessschool.co.za/accreditation-campaign-2026/

16/06/2026

“The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.” – Nelson Mandela

We celebrate the boundless potential of the youth and are proud to nurture tomorrow’s trailblazers—equipping them with the skills, confidence and global perspective needed to lead with purpose.

📌 Learn more about our programmes here: www.nwubusinessschool.co.za

15/06/2026

What happens when you invest in yourself?

You gain confidence. You expand your thinking. You learn to lead differently.

In this testimonial, recent MBA graduate Paul Burger, reflects on the journey that shaped both his career and his approach to leadership.

👉 https://youtu.be/kLo0US57dz0?si=1mrYH8ZAP8H05Gci

If you've been considering an MBA, perhaps this is the sign you've been waiting for.

Applications are now open 👉 Visit our website today!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

12/06/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀.

Earlier today, Executive Education participants, staff and industry partners gathered at The Roots Venue to celebrate achievement, resilience and the courage to invest in oneself.

Congratulations to everyone who reached this milestone. We are proud to be part of your journey ✨

View the highlights from the day and read the full article: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/future-belongs-curious-executive-education-participants-likcf

11/06/2026

What if South Africa's immigration debate isn't really about immigration?

According to Prof Joseph Sekhampu, Chief Director of the NWU Business School, it may instead reveal something deeper: a society grappling with slower growth, limited mobility and increasing competition for opportunity.

As opportunities become harder to access, public debate shifts from how they should be created to who should have access to them.

Read the full article and join the conversation 👉 Follow the link in the comments.

11/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr Banji Rildwan Olaleye, Postdoctoral Fellow at the NWU Business School, on achieving the significant milestone of 1,000 Google Scholar citations.

Scholarly citations are an important measure of research influence, reflecting the extent to which academic contributions inform, challenge and inspire the work of others across disciplines and borders.

Dr Banji's achievement highlights a sustained commitment to research excellence and meaningful knowledge creation. We celebrate this milestone with pride and extend our sincere congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.

May this accomplishment be one of many as your scholarly influence continues to grow.

Read more 👉 Follow the link in the comments.

10/06/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮.

An MBA is more than a qualification. It's an investment in your leadership, your confidence and your future impact.

Applications to the NWU Business School MBA are now open.

Ready to take your seat at the table? 👉 Follow the link in the comments.