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Witsie recognised as one of Africa’s change leaders
Propelled by ambition and motivated by success, Dr Bradley Max Segal is one of five Africans featuring in FORBES AFRICA's 30 Under 30 Class of 2025 cover story.
11 July 2025
Wits University to host the 25th International Congress on the Education of the Deaf
International Congress on the Education of the Deaf makes its way to Africa.
11 July 2025
Parents welcomed to Wits as partners in student success
Wits University hosted over a thousand parents and learners for its second annual Parents’ Day
10 July 2025
Digital Humanities takes centre stage in futures research
Wits and the University of Edinburgh join forces with a new research Chair in Digital Humanities to shape more inclusive, just, and equitable digital futures.
8 July 2025

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Affordable power brick innovation energises underserved communities
A pioneering solar power solution co-developed with Wits University is transforming access to energy in underserved communities, one “Power Brick” at a time. Peco Power, launched through a collaboration between Wits and impact investment partner Mbono, offers a modular, affordable energy system designed to grow with a household’s needs. The innovation was developed with support from Wits Enterprise, which helped shape the commercialisation strategy that led to Peco Power’s spin-out as an independent company. Wits remains a foundational stakeholder in the venture.
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