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The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI) will be hosting the 2nd G20 Research and Innovation Working Group (RIWG), G20 Initiative on Bioeconomy (GIB) on 26 and 27 May 2025. #G20 #Bioeconomy #SustainableDevelopment

WATCH | Public Lecture The University of Mpumalanga is hosting a Public Lecture under the theme: The Ghosts of Settler-Colonialism Upon Us, delivered by Namibian Scholar and Academic Professor Joseph Diescho. youtube.com/live/4Ti1s5jHc…

WATCH | The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI) is hosting the 2nd G20 Research and Innovation Working Group (RIWG), G20 Initiative on Bioeconomy (GIB). #G20 #Bioeconomy #SustainableDevelopment youtube.com/watch?v=kgl8nM…

The (RIWG) and G20 Initiative on Bioeconomy (GIB) meeting held under the theme: “Harnessing Global Solidarity for the Implementation of STISA 2034”, centred on Africa’s development agenda in global science and innovation discourse. #G20 #Bioeconomy #SustainableDevelopment

Opening the meeting, UMP Vice-Chancellor Professor Thoko Mayekiso said the meeting marks a new dawn for innovation and collaboration in Africa. Mpumalanga, where the sun rises, is honoured to host such a historic gathering.” #G20 #Bioeconomy #SustainableDevelopment

WATCH | G20 Research & Innovation Dialogue “AI is no longer a trend it’s a transformative force to drive STISA-2034 & shape Africa’s future.” Professor Blade Nzimande, Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation 🔗 youtu.be/-5F-UKXOvus

UMP founding Vice-Chancellor, Professor Thoko Mayekiso hosted the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande at the UMP Garden of Remembrance, dedicated to leaders that have made an important contribution in the establishment of UMP.

27 May 2025 SA’s G20 Presidency, under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability”, hosted at UMP continues to drive discussions on equity in science and innovation-led approaches for sustainable development. #G20SouthAfrica #G20Presidency2025 #Innovation #Sustainability

WATCH | Students showcase research work during the G20 meeting hosted at the University of Mpumalanga, under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability”. #G20SouthAfrica #UMP #G20Presidency2025 #Innovation #Sustainability

The legacy of the G20 discussions will be defined by its ability to rise, ensuring that climate action builds not only a greener world but a more just and cohesive one for the future, writes Dr Naidoo, a Sociology lecturer at UMP. Read full article: sundayworld.co.za/news/sas-presi…

2026 Applications Open! For information about our programmes offering, admissions and more, visit: ump.ac.za

Congratulations 🎊 UMP student, Ms Angake Gcelu has been selected to join the Mpumalanga Sunbirds in the 2025 NSA Telkom Netball League. Ms Gcelu recently completed her Honours in Agricultural Extension and Rural Resource Management. She is pursuing her Master's at UMP.

📢 INTERVIEW ALERT Prof Funso Kutu, Head of Agricultural Sciences at UMP, was featured in an NRF Science Matters Podcast during the recent G20 meetings at UMP. He discusses his groundbreaking tea research, co-funded by NRF. 🎥 Watch here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=-pP3cZ…

06 June 2025 UMP, in partnership with SAFCOL, held a Tree Planting Ceremony at Mbombela Campus. Inspired by the G20 meetings, it supports the One Million Trees Campaign to boost greening, biodiversity, and climate action. #UMPTreePlanting #SAFCOL #G20 #Sustainability

🗓 SAVE THE DATE: 10 June 2025 Time: 16:00 UMP to host Professorial Inauguration of Prof Funso Kutu, a member of the Water Research Commission project reference group, and a C2 NRF-rated scientist. Watch proceeding on: youtube.com/live/krejyhabb…

UMP is hosting the Professorial Inauguration of Prof Funso Kutu under the title: “Life Beyond Our Daily Bread: Unraveling Soil Health Myths.” 👉🏾 Follow the proceeding on: youtube.com/live/krejyhabb…

UMP hosted a Professorial Inauguration, honouring Professor Funso Kutu, who delivered a lecture which highlighted the importance of soil health in meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Africa’s Agenda 2063. #UMPInauguration #SoilHealth #Agronomy

“Solidarity is not a perfect union.” On #AfricaDay2025, Prof Pumla gave a very relevant lecture on repair, recognition & responsibility at @unimpumalanga, drawing from her work as the SARChI Chair in Violent Histories. #STISA2034 #TraumaHealing #ScienceForDevelopment #G20SA