Wits PhD candidate Bontle Masango takes her research to the Broad Institute, aiming to tackle type 2 diabetes across Africa. Johannesburg, South Africa (23 February 2026) – Bontle Masango…
Kabelo Motaphi Kekana was the top-performing matric with special education needs in the country. Now, he’s starting an exciting new chapter—studying law. As a blind man, Kabelo hopes to inspire…
A wave of relief has washed over 800 students who fall in the “missing middle” category over this week as Wits cleared a staggering R63 million in student debt! This…
Dr Kimberleigh Tommy, a pioneering force in palaeoscience, is breaking down barriers and championing diversity. As the CEO of the Palaeo-Anthropology Society of South Africa (PAST), she’s dedicated to making…
The Academy of Science of South Africa has appointed new leaders to its council. The council members, each a powerhouse in their respective fields, bring a wealth of expertise and…
Fifteen hearing-impaired young people will get to immerse themselves in the dynamic industry of film production thanks to a new internship programme by the Wits Centre for Deaf Studies. …
Where mind meets heart
“It’s humbling to start fresh. It takes a lot of courage. But it can be reinvigorating. You just have to put your ego on a shelf and tell it to be quiet.” — Jennifer Ritchie Payette
