University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (Wits University): Shaping the Future of Mining and Innovation in Africa For more than a century, Wits University has stood at the forefront of research, teaching, and innovation in the heart of Johannesburg, the city built on gold. As one of Africa’s leading research- intensive universities, Wits drives the future of mining, minerals and energy while advancing the frontiers of science, technology and innovation through world class scholarship, cutting edge research and transformative partnerships.

Its influence extends across disciplines from the sciences, health, law, the arts, business and governance to engineering, climate research and sustainable development. With five faculties and world class researchers, Wits is home to groundbreaking discoveries and a community committed to impact. From pioneering the first School of Mining Engineering in Africa to advancing the frontiers of geoscience, deep level mining, and sustainable resource management, Wits remains synonymous with mining excellence.

The Wits Mining Institute, the DigiMine, and the Centre for Sustainability in Mining and Industry (CSMI) are internationally recognised for developing technologies and talent that enable safer, smarter, and more responsible mining.