A resounding round of applause is due to North-West University for hosting a successful 22nd edition of the SAUSSA Games. 19 universities from 8 SADC countries participated in the games. For the first time in the history of the tournament, a record 1, 600+ participants converged at the Mahikeng campus for a wonderful week of games. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bismarck Tyobela, officially opened the games on the morning of 11 December, 2023. The official opening was preceded by a march by all universities from Mega City to the Great Hall. Charity Project: The charity project was a monetary donation to the non-governmental-organization (NGO), Men for Real. The NGO was established in 2006 with the intention and mandate to provide a safe home for the man and the boy child against gender-based violence and other social ills. The mandate is to bridge the gap in society where the man and the boy child are under serviced by the available programmes and interventions. SAUSSA donated a R10, 000.00 cheque to the organization for it to use for its most pressing need. Culture Night: The occasion was graced by the Mahikeng Executive Mayor who also provided an appreciation address to the participants. Various universities, namely University of Eswatini, National University of Lesotho, University of Zambia and the University of Limpopo, shared and showcased their traditional dances. A local traditional group, also provided entertainment. The closing ceremony was on the evening of Friday 15th December. The ceremony was marked by the award ceremony to all winners of the various games, including the overall winner’s trophy that was scooped by the University of Zimbabwe. Congratulations to UZ. Participants departed for their respective homes on Saturday morning. The results of the games are attached.
