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Breaking Barriers: Meet the Witsies hacking their futures
The Hack Your Future podcast celebrates the trailblazing Wits alumni and researchers who are transforming industries and challenging the status quo.
26 March 2025
Wits to honour three distinguished scholars
Recognising a banned youth education champion, an economic development specialist, and a legal philosopher during the autumn graduation season.
24 March 2025
Council unanimously approves Vilakazi's second term
The Council of Wits University agreed to appoint Professor Zeblon Vilakazi as Vice-Chancellor and Principal for five more years.
20 March 2025



Council unanimously approved the appointment of Prof. Zeblon Vilakazi for a second term in office. A groundbreaking study reveals that Africa’s first fossil insect met a fiery end in a volcanic lake 90 million years ago. Wits students excelled at the 53rd Nedbank Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition, securing 5 out of 6 top spots. Prof. Catherine Draper’s new Lancet series underscores the critical role of ages 2-5 in child development. Meanwhile, Dr. Nomalanga Mashinini chaired the inaugural African Cyber Law Conference at Wits.
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