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
UFS Office for International Affairs contributes to global dialogue at IEASA 2025Several colleagues from the University of the Free State (UFS) Office for International Affairs (OIA) attended the 27th annual International Education Association of South Africa (IEASA) conference, which was held in Stellenbosch from 26 to 29 August 2025.
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1 September 2025 | Story Lilitha Dingwayo
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
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
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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.
Call for proposals |
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 | 2025 International Cultural Diversity Festival
Date: 4 October 2025
Venue: Centenary Complex
Time: 12:00 - 24:00 |
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Dates: 15-17 October 2025 Host University: Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU), Heraklion, Crete, Greece |