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Walter Sisulu Alumni events

Come home to Walter Sisulu.

Reunions, chapter gatherings, webinars, roadshows and networking sessions for graduates, students and partners.

  • 4 campuses
  • Online & in person

Calendar

Upcoming events

New dates are being published

There are no upcoming events on the calendar right now. Activate your GATE account to be notified when the next reunion, roadshow or webinar is announced.

Programmes

Featured programmes and registrations

Aspire Leaders Programme Cohort 4 — registration poster Free · Online · Cohort 4

Leadership development · Harvard faculty

Become an Aspire Leader!

Are you a Walter Sisulu student or graduate aged 18–29? Do you want to develop your leadership, career and professional skills? Join the 2026 Aspire Leaders Program – Cohort 4, a free online leadership development programme that features learning opportunities with the Harvard faculty.

As a participant you will be exposed to:

  • Global networking
  • Mentorship
  • Professional development

Invest in yourself, build your leadership skills, belong to an international network and make an impact.

Apply now and become part of a global community of young leaders!

Applications close: 31 March 2027

Recently held

Past events

Event stories in Alumni news
19 Oct 2026

Are We Teaching Yesterday's Managers?

Online · Microsoft Teams

8 Oct 2026

GATE Portal Registration Drive — Qumbu (Kumkani Mhlontlo)

Qumbu Town Hall (near Qumbu Police Station)

2 Sep 2026

GATE Portal Roadshow Buffalo City (Chiselhurst)

Buffalo City Campus · Chiselhurst, College Street and Cambridge

1 Sep 2026

GATE Portal Roadshow Buffalo City (Potsdam)

Buffalo City Campus · Potsdam Delivery Site

How it works

Taking part is simple

  1. 1

    Find an event

    Browse the calendar below or filter by RSVP, walk-in or online sessions.

  2. 2

    RSVP or walk in

    RSVP in one step where booking is open. Walk-in sessions need no booking.

  3. 3

    Bring your details

    Your student number or ID helps staff check you in and activate you on the spot.

  4. 4

    Stay on GATE

    Sign in afterwards for jobs, chapters, news and the next event near you.

Partner with us

Host, speak or partner on an event

Chapters, employers and graduates can work with the Alumni Relations Office to plan reunions, workshops, mentorship circles and networking sessions.

Need alumni assistance?

Activated alumni can ask for help with CV writing, interview preparation, career guidance and mentorship.

Request assistance

Alumni Relations Office

Contact us

Update your alumni record, get portal help, or reach the team about events, giving and engagement.

Main campus line
047 502 2100 Mthatha
General enquiries
enquiries@wsu.ac.za

Meet the team

About our offices
  • Mr. Sandiso Mbongo
    Mr. Sandiso Mbongo Director, Alumni Relations
  • Mr. Qonda Makala
    Mr. Qonda Makala Acting Manager — Alumni Giving & Philanthropy
  • Ms. Ntombozuko Memani
    Ms. Ntombozuko Memani Acting Manager — Alumni Engagement & Community Building
  • Ms. Thabang Rose Kalake
    Ms. Thabang Rose Kalake Acting Manager —Student Development & Graduate Mentorship
  • Ms. Nokwazi Mafusini
    Ms. Nokwazi Mafusini Alumni Engagement and Logistics Officer
  • Mr. Kgaugelo (KG) Mmakola
    Mr. Kgaugelo (KG) Mmakola Alumni Data Administrative Officer
  • Mr. Azola Mzwendaba
    Mr. Azola Mzwendaba Graduate Support and Student Development Officer
  • Ms Nocwaka Pangwa
    Ms Nocwaka Pangwa Communications Officer