University of South Africa
The African University shaping futures in the service of humanity
As the largest provider of business education in Africa and one of the largest in the world, Unisa’s College of Economic and Management Sciences makes a considerable contribution to the provision of high-level staff to the private and public sector.
Unisa has for 150 years set the tone on the continent and globally as one of the premier exponents of the tried-and-test comprehensive, open, distance and e-Learning model.
Our vision "towards the African university shaping futures in the service of humanity" drives us to find answers to Africa's educational and developmental problems. By forming partnerships in Africa and throughout the world, we are able to help the people of Africa achieve their dreams.
Our strategy
At Unisa, everything we do is inspired by our vision, mission and values. They form the foundation of our strategic planning.
Proudly African
Located at the southern tip of Africa, Unisa takes pride in its identity and has the interests of the continent at heart.
Our history
A brief history of Unisa from its early beginnings in 1873 to the inauguration of Prof Puleng LenkaBula as Principal and Vice-Chancellor in 2021.
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