#ORIGINS THE JOURNEY OF HUMANKIND SERIES#

In 2016 the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct was opened in Braamfontein, which brings together people from across disciplines to engage in digital entrepreneurial activities that transform our world for good. In the west of the province, Wits own caves and land rich in fossils in the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site where staff and students discover, explore and conduct research. The University hosts South Africa’s only private teaching hospital, which trains a record number of specialists every year. Wits’ footprint extends way beyond its lecture theatres and research laboratories. “But we are only successful thanks to the efforts of our committed staff, leaders, social partners, and with the support of our friends, alumni, donors and funders.” “We have made spectacular discoveries, developed world-firsts, nurtured generations of students, created new knowledge, and developed innovation with global impact,” adds Vilakazi. Over the past ten decades, Wits has developed the high level and scarce skills required to move South Africa and our economy forward. Wits’ history is inextricably linked with the growth of industry, mining, the development of Johannesburg, and the transformation of society. However, the official inauguration was postponed because of the Rand Rebellion and other events, and the celebrations were held on 4 October 1922. On 4 March 1922, the University of the Witwatersrand was legislated through an act of Parliament.

#ORIGINS THE JOURNEY OF HUMANKIND SERIES#

A series of events is being planned which will culminate in a Homecoming Weekend from 2-4 September 2022, closer to Wits’ official birthday. It launched the Centenary Campaign, that aims to raise R3 billion to support, teaching, research and innovation, infrastructure developments and students. Wits celebrates 100 years of academic and research excellence, innovation, and social justice in 2022. We will continue to use our intellectual prowess, social leadership and innovation, to tackle the complex problems of the 21 st Century, be it the climate emergency, inequality, pandemics, the future economy, or ensuring better healthcare for all.” “It makes a disproportionate impact in society in multiple spheres. Zeblon Vilakazi, Wits Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

“Wits is national treasure that occupies a special place in the hearts and minds of South Africans,” says Prof. It is a beacon of hope for South Africa, and continues to punch above its weight in the world. Wits University has made a formidable impact on society over the past 100 years, and is set to continue advancing society for good. The University aims to raise R3 billion through the Centenary Campaign

Origins the journey of humankind