Innovation specialist visits Wits innovation ecosystem
Distinguished expert in university innovation, Tom Hockaday, says the Wits innovation ecosystem holds promise.
27 August 2026
Report: Health systems needs to prepare for ageing with HIV
The challenge now is not simply helping people live longer, but ensuring they age well.
26 August 2026
Families live with rubbish and rats in Joburg stadium
Hundreds of people have been stuck for years in “temporary” accommodation.
26 August 2026
Wits experts say that Gauteng needs stable leadership and long-term planning to improve public services. Wits students earn international recognition for research showing how powerful computers can use less energy. Researchers announce new metal mixtures that could safely store hydrogen. Prof. Helen Rees warns that climate change is helping diseases spread into new parts of Africa. Wits research also shows that clearer labels on alcoholic drinks could reveal hidden calories and help South Africans make healthier choices.
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