Internationalisation at UFS
The University of the Free State is an internationally engaged university, producing globally competitive graduates and knowledge. We take a comprehensive internationalisation approach, infusing international and intercultural dimensions into every aspect of the institution. International engagements lead to research collaboration, learning and teaching initiatives, internationalised community engagement through staff and student mobility and well as virtual engagements. Comprehensive internationalisation at the UFS ensures that all UFS students and staff benefit from internationalisation and contribute as global citizens to address the
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Fair, mutually beneficial global engagements result in knowledge co-creation and global recognition for ideas emanating from the UFS.
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The UFS international footprint
Latest News from the Office for International Affairs
Lusanda Madikane, Research Assistant in the Office for International AffairsThe University of the Free State proudly celebrates a double honour as two of its own, student leader Lusanda Madikane and sport manager Kesa Molotsane, were named among the Mail & Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans for 2025.
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1 September 2025 | Story Lilitha Dingwayo
Eighth Annual Africa Day CommemorationThe Internationalisation @ Home portfolio under the Office for International Affairs hosted the eighth Annual Africa Day commemoration on 22 May 2025 in the Albert Wessels Auditorium on the UFS Bloemfontein Campus. This year’s celebration focused on Africa’s Future in Higher Education and Global Impact.
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22 May 2025 | Story Lusanda Madikane
Using global partnerships to combat local issues: University of San Diego’s visit to the University of the Free State
On 6 June 2025, the University of the Free State Centre for Environmental Management hosted a symposium with a delegation from the University of San Diego (USD), consisting of students and staff members.
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6 June 2025 | Story: Lekiti Ranstsane
Redefining the future of international student policiesSeithati Ramonaheng, who supports International Students Administration, Immigration, and Medical Aid in the University of the Free State (UFS) Office for International Affairs, was recently invited to attend the International Students Policy Review Symposium hosted by the Vaal University of Technology.
Read more07 April 2025 | Story Leonie Bolleurs
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Dates: 9-12 September 2025
Venue: Gothenburg, Sweden
Theme: Currents in Education: Navigating Change in Languages, Cultures, and Communities |
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Dates: 29 September- 2 October 2025
Host University: International University of Rabat, and Al Akhawayn University- Rabat, Morocco.
Theme: Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development - MONDIACULT.
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Dates: 15-17 October 2025 Host University: Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU), Heraklion, Crete, Greece |