Hubs of Convergence Latest News

Mandela Week 2026: Building unity through action in Zwide

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Nelson Mandela University’s Hubs of Convergence, under the Engagement Office, collaborated with the Zwide Development Forum (ZDF) to deliver a four-day Mandela Week programme this year.

THRV Short Learning Programme celebrates community leadership and hope

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Community leaders, practitioners and civil society organisation representatives from Gqeberha and Kariega recently celebrated the completion of the recent THRV Short Learning Programme.

National collaboration through THRV partnership with Free State University

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The University's Engagement Office recently conducted a week of strategic engagement and capacity development at Free State University to strengthen the growing national collaboration of The Hope Revolution Vision (THRV) to address substance abuse through community-engaged scholarship.

Mandela Week 2026 - Taking a Stand Against GBV, Substance Abuse and Poverty – Building Unity

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Nelson Mandela University, through the Hubs of Convergence, is proud to announce Mandela Week 2026, which will be commemorated from 14 to 17 July 2026 under the theme: “Taking a Stand Against GBV, Substance Abuse and Poverty – Building Unity Through Action.”

Hubs of Convergence host Learner Incubation Programme with Westville High learners

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Bridging the gap between secondary and tertiary education, Mandela University’s Hubs of Convergence recently provided 30 Grade 11 learners from Westville High School with first-hand exposure to a variety of career pathways, while showcasing the diverse opportunities available at the University.

Mandela University hosts Grade 8 learner engagement on high school transition challenges

Wed, 20 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The Engagement Office, in collaboration with the Northern Areas Alumni Network, recently hosted Grade 8 learners from selected schools in the Northern Areas of the Metro at Nelson Mandela University’s Science Dome on the Ocean Sciences Campus.

Engagement Office presents at International Community Engagement Conference

Mon, 11 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Nelson Mandela University’s DVC: Engagement and Transformation, Prof André Keet, as well as the Engagement Office, recently presented at Rhodes University’s International Community Engagement Conference in Makhanda.

Participating in the National Dialogue on Sustainable Waste Management in Cape Town

Mon, 04 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Mandela University’s Engagement Office was invited to participate in a national working committee meeting on sustainable waste management hosted by the Asivikelane initiative in Cape Town.

Engagement with alumni network and Northern Areas schools on Grade 8 transition initiative

Mon, 04 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Mandela University’s Engagement Office recently met with members of the Northern Areas Alumni Network and Grade 8 educators regarding the growing concern about the transition of learners from primary to high school.

Autumn “Plant and Prune” event strengthens community partnerships at Missionvale Medicinal Garden

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Nelson Mandela University’s Medicinal Garden hosted its second annual Autumn Plant and Prune event this April at Missionvale Campus, bringing together University staff and community stakeholders in a collaborative effort to maintain and expand the garden.