The Power of Seeing People: Inaugural Butch Kerzner Lecture redefines leadership in hospitality
As the University of Johannesburg (UJ) celebrates 21 years of impact, the School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH) has honoured the legacy of the Kerzner family through its inaugural Butch Kerzner Memorial Lecture. Held at the Kerzner Building, located at UJ’s Bunting Road campus, the lecture brought together students, alumni, academics and industry leaders for […]
Hotstix Mabuse Burns it Out at UJ Library
The Chinua Achebe Auditorium at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)’s library bristled with energy on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, as audiences of all ages gathered to listen to legendary musician Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse reflect on his remarkable musical journey. Mabuse was joined by Professor Siphiwo Mahala, Acting Director of the JIAS and a multi-award-winning author […]
JBS webinar explores what it takes to successfully compete in African markets
The Johannesburg Business School (JBS), through its Centre for African Business and Internationalisation (CAB), in partnership with Amila Africa, launched its seven-part webinar series, “Doing Business in Africa: Perspectives from the Leaders Building the Continent”, on 10 September 2026. The series brings together business leaders and experts to explore the realities of doing business across […]
UJ study finds retailers want to reduce food waste but lack the support to do so
Every day, edible fruit and vegetables are discarded across Johannesburg while millions of South Africans struggle to put food on the table. New research from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) reveals that the problem is not a lack of willingness, but systemic barriers that leave retailers without the infrastructure, and support needed to keep edible […]
UJ leads Africa in eight subjects in latest ShanghaiRanking, affirming strength of research excellence
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is leading Africa in eight academic subjects in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS), further demonstrating the University’s growing research strength and international standing across a diverse range of disciplines. UJ is ranked number one in South Africa in 10 subjects, with eight of these also leading […]
Orange Army marches to Bloemfontein: UJ Netball secures semifinal berth
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) Senior Netball Team locked in their place in the 2026 Varsity Netball semifinals after securing a hard-fought 49-41 victory over Nelson Mandela University (NMU-Madibaz) on Monday, 14 September. The Round 7 triumph caps off an emphatic group stage campaign and sets up a high-stakes showdown against the University of the […]
UJ Showcase highlights a decade of transformative progress in inclusive education
The Teacher Education for Inclusive Teaching (TEfIT) project close-out conference, held on 9–10 September 2026, marked a decade of transformative progress in South African education. Funded by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) with support from the European Union, the event brought together the University of Johannesburg (UJ), the University of Pretoria (UP), […]
Deepening future democracy vs digital communication
Like many African children of his generation, Professor Mandla Radebe’ earliest experiences of communication were shaped by oral traditions, storytelling, struggle narratives and community life. His late maternal grandmother, uMaKhumalo, would sing while carrying him on her back as she tilled the land, he says. “That song was a form of communication. It was a […]
PsyCaD creates spaces for connection and hope during Suicide Awareness Month
The University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) Centre for Psychological Services and Career Development (PsyCaD) marked Suicide Awareness Month with a prevention campaign designed to create opportunities for students to connect, reflect and support one another. Led by PsyCaD staff and PsyCaD Ambassadors, the campaign used simple, interactive activities to encourage conversations around suicide prevention and mental […]
Can Ethics Be Taught? UJ and PSETA Explore Ethics in Public Administration
As South Africa observes Integrated Public Service Month, which promotes good service delivery and encourages public servants to engage directly with citizens, the University of Johannesburg (UJ), in partnership with the Public Service Education and Training Authority (PSETA), hosted a hybrid seminar at the Johannesburg Business School (JBS) on 11 September 2026. The seminar formed […]