CAMPUS LIFE

Student Life, Governance and Development

Fostering student leadership and holistic development

Welcome to the University of Limpopo!

As the Director of Student Life, Governance and Development, it is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to both new and returning students as we embark on another exciting academic year.

At the heart of our university community, the Student Life, Governance and Development (SLG&D) department is here to support and enhance your university experience. Our dedicated team is committed to advocating for your needs, fostering a positive campus environment, and providing essential support services.

Services

Our primary focus is to offer support and advocacy to the Student Representative Council (SRC), affiliated student structures, and the general student body of the University of Limpopo. The table below outlines the roles and responsibilities of the Department.

Student Life
  • Provide support to students
  • Advocating for students
  • Dealing with bereavement
  • Conducting Memorial Services for late students
  • Issuing death notices

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Student Governance
  • Guide and support the SRC
  • Advise the SRC on the need for new policies or amendments
  • Assist the SRC in ensuring compliance with its constitution
  • Provide support to student structures
  • Ensure University stability through conflict resolution

 

Student Development
  • Conduct SRC Induction
  • Conduct SRC team building sessions
  • Provide training and development opportunities for SRC
  • Through the SRC, conduct training and development workshops for affiliated student structures
  • Assist the SRC to develop a budget and the Plan of Action.
PROF. K.M. Masha

Mr M Nxumalo

Director: Student Life, Governance and Development

SRC Elections 2026/27

The upcoming elections are set to take place on 07 September 2026 and will be conducted through an electronic voting system. In preparation for this important event, the organisation known as Kwano’s Services and Developments, led by the Chief Electoral Officer, has been designated as the External Electoral Scrutineers. Their role will be crucial in ensuring the integrity and transparency of the electoral process.

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

CLICK HERE TO VIEW 2026 UL SRC Elections Preliminary Results

CLICK HERE TO VIEW 2026 UL SRC Elections Final Results

CLICK HERE TO VIEW UL Communique to Staff and Students – Constituting of 2026-27 SRC

Students are strongly encouraged to visit the University’s official website for the latest announcements and to stay informed. Additionally, updates will be available through email at allstudents@myturf.ul.ac.za and can also be accessed conveniently on mobile devices.

As we approach this election period, it is important to recognise that this time often inspires a strong desire among many to take on leadership roles, fueled by the ambition to serve their fellow students and contribute positively to our community. However, it is equally vital to acknowledge that some passionate members of the student body may experience significant pressure, which can lead to uncharacteristic behaviors or actions. Such actions may inadvertently violate the Student Code of Conduct and the established institutional regulations.

Therefore, all students and recognised student organisations are encouraged to demonstrate political maturity, exercise responsible behavior, and practice electoral tolerance during this critical period. It is essential that we maintain a respectful and supportive environment throughout the electoral process.

Any actions or behaviors that disrupt the voting process or breach university policies, whether from individual students, recognised organisations, or any member of the University community will not be tolerated.. Let’s work together to ensure a fair and respectful electoral experience for everyone involved.


IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS:

Click the following links to download the files


2026 UL SRC Elections Preliminary List


2026 UL SRC Elections Final List

Vote here: https://elections.ul.ac.za

2026 UL SRC Elections Voting Day

NOTE: “For the University SRC elections results to be declared valid and binding, a minimum of twenty-five (25) % of the registered student body must have cast their ballots (votes) for the election of the SRC.” – Section 31 (1) of the UL SRC Constitution

TOTAL VOTERS ROLL = 25 489 STUDENTS (25% = 6 372)


2026 UL SRC Election Results

2026 UL SRC Elections Preliminary Results

2026 UL SRC Elections Final Results

#ChooseUL #ULSRCElections2026

 

SRC School Council Elections 2026/27

The University of Limpopo is pleased to inform the student body about the upcoming School Council Elections, scheduled for 05 October 2026.

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

2026 UL SRC School Council Elections Preliminary Results

2026 UL SRC School Council Elections Final Results

This follows the University Students Representative Council (SRC) Elections that occurred on 07 September 2026.

To ensure the elections are transparent and fair, Kwano’s Services and Developments, under the leadership of the Chief Electoral Officer, has been designated as the External Electoral Scrutineers. Their responsibilities will include overseeing the electoral process and maintaining the trust of the student community.

Students are encouraged to stay informed about the elections and related updates by visiting the University’s official website. For important information, students can also utilize their mobile devices and contact Allstudents@myturf.ul.ac.za.

To enhance accessibility and efficiency, the elections will be conducted electronically.

This is an opportunity for students to make their voices heard and actively engage in shaping the future of the University community.


IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS:

Click the following links to download the files

Voting link: https://elections.ul.ac.za/login

#ChooseUL #ULSRCElections2026

Electoral Code of Conduct

The SRC Elections “Electoral Code of Conduct” is aimed at promoting “conditions that are conducive for Free and Fair SRC Elections” and that create a climate of tolerance, free campaigning and open public debate.

Nominations submitted must be accompanied by the undertaking binding the Candidate and Observers to adhere to the provisions in the Code of Conduct. Failure to do so creates the risk of Candidates being disqualified from the SRC Elections.

The External Electoral Scrutineers (EES) are empowered by the SRC Constitution, Section 19. (10) to publish an Electoral Code of Conduct. This code will be used to monitor the conduct of Candidates and Structures during the canvassing and electioneering for the elections”.

Promotion of the Code of Conduct, Compliance and Commitment.`

Candidates are bound by the Code of Conduct and are expected to promote the goals of the Code of Conduct, publicise it during campaigning,  promote and support efforts to educate voters on it.  All Candidates are expected to comply with this Code and to instruct supporters to comply with it.

Candidates must state publicly, that all have the right to:

  1. Freedom of expression of political beliefs and opinions.
  2. Challenge and debate others ‘political’ beliefs and opinions.
  3. Publish and distribute election and campaign materials.
  4. Erect banners, billboards, placards and posters, etc.
  5. Canvass for support.
  6. Recruit members.
  7. Hold public meetings.

Candidates must publicly condemn any action that may undermine the free and fair conduct of the elections. Candidates must accept the results of the election or challenge those results as per the SRC Constitution.

PROHIBITED CONDUCT

Candidates and/or Structures are not permitted: to,

  1. Speak or act in a way that incites violence or intimidation.
  2. Publish false or defamatory allegations.
  3. Plagiarise the emblems of other candidates.
  4. Discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, class or religion.

No person is permitted to:

  1. Carry weapons
  2. Prevent reasonable access to voters for campaigning, recruitment or fundraising purposes.
  3. Remove, deface or destroy election materials.

NB: Over and above this Code of Conduct the Student Rules and Regulations of the University of Limpopo shall be applicable and take precedence.

Elections Time-Table

No

TASK / MILESTONE

DATE

1

Introduction of EES

14 August 2024

 

2

Publication of Electoral Code of Conduct

20 August 2024

 

3

Publication of Draft Voters Roll and Open for Objections

20 August 2024

 

4

Publication of Final Voters Roll

21 August 2024

 

5

Candidate Nominations Open

22 August 2024

 

6

Candidate Nominations Close

26 August 2024

 

7

Screening by EES

26-29 August 2024

 

8

Publication of Preliminary Candidates List and opening for objections

 

30  August 2024

9

Objection to Preliminary Candidates List Close

03 September2024

 

10

Final list of candidates

04 September 2024

 

11

Notice of the Mass Screening Meeting

04 September2024

 

12

Publication of the voting platform , voting hours and the minimum required to meet the threshold

05 September 2024

13

Screening Mass Meeting

06 September 2024

 

14

ELECTION DAY

09 September 2024

15

Preliminary Results Published and open for Objections

10 September 2024

 

16

Objection to Preliminary Results

11 September 2024

 

17

Publication of Final Results

12 September 2024

 

18

Constituting Meeting

13  September 2024

 

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC)

The SRC consists of seventeen (17) members elected annually during the SRC elections. Recognised as the voice of students, the SRC plays a crucial role in providing support across various dimensions, including academic, financial, and general aspects of student life. Additionally, the SRC represents students in meetings and committees, ensuring their concerns and perspectives are effectively communicated and addressed.

SRC Contact Details:

The SRC can be located at the Student Chambers and all correspondences relating to the SRC can be forwarded to the Secretary-General at secretary.src@myturf.ul.ac.za

No Position Email
1 President president.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
2 Deputy President deputypresident.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
3 Secretary-General secretary.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
4 Deputy Secretary-General deputysecretary.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
5 Treasurer-General treasurer.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
6 Faculty of Humanities humanities.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
7 Faculty of Management and Law managementlaw.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
8 Faculty of Health Sciences healthsciences.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
9 Faculty of Science and Agriculture agriculturalsciences.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
10 Constitution, Policy and Legal Affairs constitutionpolicy.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
11 Culture and Religion culturereligion.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
12 Disability Representative disability.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
13 Gender, Health and Wellness gender.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
14 Student Residences and Safety residencesecurity.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
15 Sports and Recreation sportsrecreation.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
16 Projects projects.src@myturf.ul.ac.za
17 Mass Communication and Publicity publicity.src@myturf.ul.ac.za

RECOGNISED SOCIAL AND POLITICAL STRUCTURES

POLITICAL STRUCTURES
  • SCO

  • ANCYL

  • EFFSC

  • YCLSA

  • YWD

  • SASCO

  • SUCA

  • PAYCO

  • PASMA

RELIGIOUS STRUCTURES
  • Assemblies of God
  • Old Apostolic Church in Africa (OAC)
  • TUARG
  • IPHC
  • Zion Apostolic
  • St. Engenas
  • ZCC
  • Christian Chosen
  • Methodist
  • SCO
SOCIAL STRUCTURES
  • CAMPUS CROUD
  • WOMEN’S NETWORK
  • DSO
  • CULTURAL/THUSA VHASWA SOCIETY
ACADEMIC STRUCTURES

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE

  • ULSNA
  • ULAMS
  • ULOSA
  • ULMSS
  • ULAPS

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT & LAW

  • ENACTUS
  • SAWLA
  • ESA
  • ABASA
  • BLASC

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

  • PEU
  • POLITICAL SSA

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE

  • UL ASSA
  • SSS
  • ULSOS
  • ULPSS

DEPARTMENT CONTACTS

Address

Old Admin Building,
First Floor,
Office 1011

Contacts

Tel: (015) 268 4823 / 4822
Email: melusi.nxumalo@ul.ac.za /
sinah.mothapo@ul.ac.za

Postal Address

Office of the Director
Student Life, Governance and Development
Private Bag X1106
SOVENGA
0727