Wits Alumni

University of the Witwatersrand Alumni Relations

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Wits University recently hosted a UNESCO World Teachers’ Day celebration, bringing together educators to reflect on the teaching profession and its role in shaping society.

🔗 Read More: https://t.co/i7oIg4KaL2

#WitsForGood #WorldTeachersDay #WitsNews

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

“I’m a proud Witsie. My student years were the most wonderful experience. I learnt a huge amount, and I think my entire career, all my knowledge, came out of Wits University. My parents are Witsies; my children have been Witsies,” says Adrian Gore, Wits alumnus and Founder and Group CEO of Discovery Group. 💙🏛️

🔗 Read More: https://t.co/6lpviDq8p4

#WitsForGood #Witsie4Life

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

The University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg has been ranked the No. 1 university in Africa in the 2026 Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). 💙🏛️

Read More: https://t.co/0F6aoEGmwd

#WitsForGood #ResearchForGood #Witsie4Life

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Wits Zylstra Sports Complex | Coming soon

One brick at a time, the future of sport, wellness and performance at Wits is taking shape.

The Wits Zylstra Sports Complex is steadily coming to life at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg ,a future space that will promote physical activity and wellness, support sporting excellence, and advance training in sports science and exercise medicine.

Each stage of the journey brings us closer to a facility that will serve students, athletes and the wider Wits community.

The journey continues. Stay tuned as we build up to launch.

#WitsForGood #WitsZylstraComplex

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Wits Zylstra Sports Complex | Coming soon 💙🏛️

Wits has a proud history of sporting excellence and the Wits Zylstra Sports Complex represents the next chapter in that journey.

As we build up to launch, we look back at the passion, achievement and legacy that continue to shape sport at Wits, while looking ahead to a future space for physical activity and wellness, sporting excellence, and training in sports science and exercise medicine.

The future is taking shape.

#WitsForGood #WitsZylstraComplex #HealthForGood

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Congratulations to Wits RHI Executive Director Professor Helen Rees on her appointment as incoming Chair of the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) Board of Trustees. Over her three-year term, Prof Rees will help guide the institute’s governance and support the advancement of global vaccine innovation and access.

Read More: https://t.co/JbLMWmHvpY

#WitsForGood #ResearchForGood

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Breast cancer research at Wits has received a R5.28 million endowment from the Philip Sceales and Janet Antrobus Cancer Research Trust, which will support a wide range of research initiatives in this field. 🏛️

Read More: https://t.co/pf90Po5I7Z

#WitsForGood #HealthForGood #WitsNews

[Wits_Convocation @WITS_Convo]

Welcome to the official page of the Wits University Convocation EXCO.
Convocation represents the collective voice of Wits graduates .Through this platform we aim to strengthen connections across the Wits alumni community and keep graduates informed about the work of Convocation.

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Yup, that’s right! Zakes Bantwini is LIVE at the Great Hall Piazza and bringing the vibes! 🎶🔥

He’ll be performing some of his biggest hits, so pull through and catch the energy.

We are here until 09:00. 💙💛 @947

#947VarsityInvasion #WitsieForGood

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Witsies, you showed UP! 🔥

Thank you for bringing the energy and making #947VarsityInvasion at Wits such a vibe with Anele and the Club on @947.

Same time next year? @947😉

#WitsieForGood

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Wits University has been recognised as the top-ranked university in Sub-Saharan Africa for innovation performance in the 2025 Global Innovation Index.

Read More: https://t.co/i8mrlpfhls

#WitsForGood #InnovationForGood

[Wits Faculty of Health Sciences @WitsHealthFac]

On August 4th, the School of Public Health (SPH) at the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) proudly unveiled a dedicated Wellness Room designed to support the breastfeeding and lactation needs of students, staff, and visitors.
Located in SPH Building, Room 017, ground.

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

OPINION | Africa’s time to lead the hydrogen revolution is now. Hydrogen has long promised a greener future and this time, the promise lies beneath our feet.

Read More: https://t.co/gC9qbxcpnd

#WitsNews #Wits

[Wits Faculty of Health Sciences @WitsHealthFac]

📢BOOK LAUNCH INVITE
We are pleased to share a special e-book dedicated to the Wits FHS by the MBBCh Class of 1960.
Join us as we discuss “How Wits Laid the Foundation for Leadership in Medical Education and Research Globally.”
Register: https://t.co/lGCLhniIVu

[Origins Centre Museum @OriginsCentre]

Origins Centre, the @SKAO and the SA Radio AstronomyObservatory (SARAO) take great pleasure in inviting you to the Johannesburg opening of📷Cosmic Echoes: Shared Sky Indigenous Art📷

RSVP for the opening is essential: [email protected]

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

‼️ REMINDER  ⏱️ | Join us for the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment Research Seminar Series at Wits University.

Title: Water-Energy-Food Nexus in Southern Africa: Engineering Sustainable Solutions

Date: 26 May 2025
Time: 12:30
Venue: Solomon Mahlangu House (Physical & Hybrid)
Register Here: https://t.co/hslTXAuidK

#WitsForGood #WitsSeminarSeries

[Wits Plus @witsplus]

🤟 Want to learn a new language that connects communities? Join our SASL course — from beginner to upper intermediate! Build a foundation of real signing skills and cultural insight. course starts 24 May 2025 APPLY NOW: https://t.co/2XMMbMbKg6
#WitsPlus #Wits #LifelongLearning

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

Wits is the only South African university in the CIVIS Alliance, a network of European and African institutions working together to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. This partnership goes beyond academics, it's about building trust, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that African voices shape global solutions.

Read More: https://t.co/omFx1qq5Xt

#WitsForGood #ResearchForGood #InnovationForGood

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

📢 Call For Papers 📢 | Join the 2nd Wits Global Climate Finance Conference

We are calling on scholars, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, financial experts, and climate advocates to submit original research, case studies or presentations.

Join this international platform dedicated to exploring the power of climate finance in tackling environmental challenges and driving sustainable development.

Theme: Financing the Global Net-Zero Transition

🗓️ Dates: September 4–5, 2025
📍 Location: Cape Town, South Africa
ℹ️ More Info: shttps://www.wits.ac.za/sef/fintech-hub/conferences/

#WitsForGood #WitsFintechHub

[Wits University @WitsUniversity]

🎉 Africa Month Celebrations at Wits School of Arts! 🌍🎶

Join us for a programme of music, panel discussions, and storytelling that celebrates Africa’s rich cultural tapestry and sparks dialogue on contemporary issues.

🗓️ The celebrations run from 12 – 29 May @ 19:00.

Come through and enjoy a wide range of events happening throughout the month.

🔗 Explore the full lineup and join us: https://t.co/gEMHjrsEcy

#WitsForGood #AfricaMonth