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University Of Johannesburg

The University of Johannesburg is a public research university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was established on 1 January 2005 through the merger of the Randse Afrikaanse Universiteit, the Technikon Witwatersrand and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. The institution operates across four campuses in the Johannesburg metropolitan area: Auckland Park Kingsway, Auckland Park Bunting Road, Doornfontein and Soweto. The university offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across nine faculties, including engineering, business, health sciences, humanities, law, science, education, art and architecture. With an enrolment of more than 50 000 students, it is one of the largest contact universities in South Africa. The University of Johannesburg has positioned itself as a research-intensive institution with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship and community engagement. It maintains partnerships with industry, government and international academic institutions to support economic development and address societal challenges. The university has achieved notable rankings in global and African university assessments and contributes to research output in fields including mining engineering, transport logistics, health sciences and urban studies. Its location in South Africa's economic hub provides students and researchers with access to industry networks and opportunities in finance, manufacturing, logistics and technology sectors.

University Of Johannesburg Updates


Darryn Jacobs, MD of SkyJacks
Darryn Jacobs
5th June 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Darryn Jacobs, MD of SkyJacks, which offers a range of access and lifting equipment and related services  


Ash
Finland university-led research demonstrates valuable material recovery from ashes
26th May 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The University of Oulu, in Finland, has found new ways to recover valuable materials from ashes, including metals, nutrients and minerals for industrial use. The university determined new... 


Comodex, UJ host Mine Mentor skills competition
Comodex, UJ host Mine Mentor skills competition
13th May 2026

Training and development solutions provider Comodex Consultancy, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg (UJ) Mining Engineering Department, in April hosted the pioneer Mine Mentor... 


Visitors can use their smartphones to see a historically grounded, 3D reconstruction of the ancient smelter digitally overlaid directly onto the existing remains using QR codes.
UJ brings ancient structures at heritage site to life through augmented reality reconstruction
4th May 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has launched an augmented reality platform for visitors to the Melville Koppies Nature Reserve and heritage site to use their smartphones to view digital... 


A FedEx aeroplane landing
South Africa needs efficient air cargo hubs to boost economic growth
28th April 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

Efficient performance by South Africa’s air cargo hubs was a key strategic instrument to propel the country’s economic growth and increase its competitiveness in world markets. So highlighted FedEx... 


Eco-filter launch
City of Johannesburg initiates eco-filter system to address pollution in Juksei river
24th April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), in collaboration with the Scaling Urban Nature-based Solutions for Climate Adaptation in sub-Saharan Africa (Suncasa) project and its partners, has unveilved a new... 


An image of the Comodex Mine Mentor competition
Comodex hosts Mine Mentor skills competition at UJ’s mock mine
17th April 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Training and development solutions provider Comodex Consultancy, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg (UJ) Mining Engineering Department, on April 17 hosted the pioneer Mine Mentor... 


Rosond’s impact on employees and communities through bursaries and learnerships
Rosond’s impact on employees and communities through bursaries and learnerships
14th April 2026

(Virtual Showroom): In an industry where technical expertise and operational excellence are paramount, leading drilling and exploration specialist Rosond recognises that the long-term... 


Letlhokwa George Mpedi
From Predator To Prey: Leadership Lessons from the African Wild and Beyond
7th April 2026

For Letlhokwa George Mpedi, a journey through South Africa’s Kruger National Park transformed from merely a game drive to a masterclass in leadership. Observing the intricate dynamics of animal... 


Conrad Engelbrecht, MD of Mine Support Products
Conrad Engelbrecht
3rd April 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Conrad Engelbrecht, MD of Mine Support Products, which designs and manufactures underground roof support products 


Impala Rustenburg awards 37 new university bursaries
1st April 2026

Impala Rustenburg has awarded 37 new university bursaries for the 2026 academic year, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to youth development and the long-term sustainability of its mine... 


Head amd shoulder shot of Avhurengwi
Research targets recovery from coal waste
27th March 2026 By: Devina Haripersad

Research programmes investigating how valuable minerals, found in coal discard, brine and coal ash, can be recovered are being advanced by Johannesburg-based coal research organisation Coaltech... 


Tshidi Mndzebele, CEO of AvenirHoldings
Tshidi Mndzebele
6th March 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Tshidi Mndzebele, CEO of AvenirHoldings, a provider of engineering, procurement and construction management services 


Maize
Researchers working to mitigate increasing number of contaminants in certain staple foods
24th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Invisible contaminants in staple foods are posing a serious but often overlooked threat to public health and food security across Africa say researchers at the University of Johannesburg (UJ).... 


Sophistication before civilisation
6th February 2026 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

The latest edition of the peer-reviewed Science Advances journal, published last month, features an article revealing insights that will humble those who assumed sophistication arrived quite late... 


SAWEM market code and rules to be first order of business for new Nersa advisory forum
SAWEM market code and rules to be first order of business for new Nersa advisory forum
30th January 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The immediate priority of the Electricity Market Advisory Forum (EMAF), which was appointed by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) in December, will be to offer input on the... 


The Tokosickle high-nutrient and affordable animal fodder
Innovative rural Limpopo small business benefits from inventor patent support programme
23rd January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa’s Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), which is the local partner for the World Intellectual Property Organisation’s (WIPO’s) Inventor Assistance Programme (IAP), is... 


An image of UJ's newly launched Rescue Simulation Centre
UJ rescue specialists deployed to Mozambique amid floods
21st January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Staff members from the University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) newly launched Rescue Simulation Centre have been deployed to Mozambique as part of a critical humanitarian mission. The team is responding... 


Bongani Ngqulunga
Ulibambe Lingashoni: A History of Ilanga Lase Natal Newspaper
21st January 2026

Ilanga lase Natal, founded by John and Nokutela Dube in 1903, is the last survivor of the black South African newspapers established at the turn of the 20th century. Bongani Ngqulunga’s selection... 


Africa’s first air rescue simulator, with crane and suspended helicopter, opens in Joburg
16th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has unveiled a 4 t overhead crane with suspended helicopter fuselage which has accurately replicated helicopter motion in the hover, enabling simulated, realistic... 


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