Bismark Tyobeka
Bismark Tyobeka is the principal and vice-chancellor of North-West University, recognized for his leadership and vision in fostering a united and inclusive South Africa. He emphasizes the importance of role models like Siya Kolisi, whose legacy of perseverance and sportsmanship inspires students to strive for excellence both academically and personally.
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Prof Bismark Tyobeka has called for South Africa to take the nuclear energy lead as the continent transitions away from its fossil fuel dependency.
SA must lead Africa’s nuclear future – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-10-10
Prof Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University, supports the idea of providing free high-speed internet to rural schools.
Starlink should shine in SA’s skies – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-08-26
Prof Bismark Tyobeka addressed learners, educators and community members during the third annual Vice-Chancellor’s Science Day.
NWU takes science to Kuruman with message of innovation – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-08-07
Professor Bismark Tyobeka is the principal and vice-chancellor of the NWU who honored Sir Hilary Beckles with an honorary doctorate.
Professor Sir Hilary Beckles receives honorary doctorate from NWU – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-07-31
Prof Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the North-West University, has lauded Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi’s announcement that plans are in place to add to the country’s 10 academic hospitals.
NWU vice-chancellor, Prof Bismark Tyobeka, pleads for aligned academic hospital in North West – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-07-25
Prof Bismark Tyobeka has been appointed both a member and chairperson of the Ministerial Expert Panel on Nuclear.
Prof Bismark Tyobeka appointed chairperson of Ministerial Expert Panel on Nuclear – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-07-10
Prof Bismark Tyobeka has been appointed as the chairperson of the South African Bureau of Standards board.
Prof Bismark Tyobeka appointed chairperson of SA Bureau of Standards board – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-06-26
Prof Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the NWU, officially opened the proceedings.
NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine cements future with North West Department of Health partnership – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-06-25
Prof Bismark Tyobeka, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the North-West University, turned the first sod at the Potchefstroom Campus construction site of the NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine.
NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine breaks new ground – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-06-04
Prof Bismark Tyobeka is the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the NWU.
North-West University medical school named NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-04-25
Prof Bismark Tyobeka stated that Dr Mokgokong has been an active force in shaping the NWU’s strategic direction.
NWU confirms Dr Anna Mokgokong’s second term as chancellor – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-03-14Prof Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of the NWU, praises Siya Kolisi's legacy.
NWU rugby residence to be renamed Siya Kolisi Residence – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-18
