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UJ colloquium charts bold path for sustainable engineering in South Africa
The University of Johannesburg’s Postgraduate School of Engineering Management (PSEM) hosted a hi...
Caribbean intellectual Prof David Scott brings Small Axe and big questions to South Africa
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Vice-Chancellor Message – 08 August 2025
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UJ shines in the 2025 NRF Awards
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Vice-Chancellor Message – 01 August 2025
Dear UJ community, I have often, with great enthusiasm and pride, spoken about the achievements o...
UJ’s Stance on Gender-Based Violence: Know better
Research shows that South Africa has a high rate of gender-based violence (GBV) against women, wh...
UJ’s Theatre 101: Designing The Future through creativity
From 14 – 25 July, the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (FADA) came alive with colour, cre...
UJ Hosts Successful EDHE Intervarsity Gauteng Regional Rounds, Showcasing Student Innovation
The University of Johannesburg’s Technology Transfer Office (UJ TTO) proudly hosted the 2025 Entr...
Future Curators Programme | UJ Art Gallery x MTN Foundation
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UJ Athletics’ talent boosts South African athletes on the global stage
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