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What the G20 can do to help countries share electricity
South Africa’s G20 presidency wants to set up at least three projects to share energy across borders in Africa within 10 years.
18 June 2025
New research maps optimal locations for climate-fighting reforestation
The study identifies 195 million hectares globally where tree restoration will deliver maximum climate benefits without harming communities or ecosystems.
17 June 2025
Some relief for health researchers
Council approves R22 million to assist researchers and students impacted by US funding cuts.
13 June 2025
Excellence is not enough - leadership conversation
Diverse views and experiences brought to the table as heads of school and mid-career academics tackle big questions around leadership.
13 June 2025
What the G20 can do to help countries share electricity
South Africa’s G20 presidency wants to set up at least three projects to share energy across borders in Africa within 10 years.
18 June 2025
New research maps optimal locations for climate-fighting reforestation
The study identifies 195 million hectares globally where tree restoration will deliver maximum climate benefits without harming communities or ecosystems.
17 June 2025
Some relief for health researchers
Council approves R22 million to assist researchers and students impacted by US funding cuts.
13 June 2025
Excellence is not enough - leadership conversation
Diverse views and experiences brought to the table as heads of school and mid-career academics tackle big questions around leadership.
13 June 2025
Homegrown innovation gets a major boost from the University Technology Fund, while Prof Busani Ngcaweni urges digital transformation that protects citizens and strengthens public institutions. Wits scientists develop mRNA TB vaccines on local soil, whilst the new Head of School of Mining Engineering, Dr Paseka Leeuw, aims to drive digital innovation in mining. Mid-career academics gather to shape a more collaborative academic future.
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21Jun
IMPACT with Joni BrennerOrigins Centre11:00
28Jun
The art of medicine for better brain health with Dr Kirti RanchodOrigins Centre11:00
30Jun
50th annual conference of the South African Association of BotanistsWits Rural Facility Campus08:30
01Jul
Africa-US Universities Network Conference The conference will be held in a hybrid format. In Robert Sobukwe Building and online.15:00
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