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Mission In Action

A dynamic series of multifaceted showcase and engagement events.

We are excited to announce Mission In Action, a series of multifaceted showcase and engagement events during the months of October and November this year. Our School has been at the forefront of engineering in South Africa for over a century. With this legacy comes the responsibility for consistent and continued advancement.

Mission In Action provides a means by which the future is realised, while preserving the essence of our School, ensuring its continued relevance and success. Through dynamic engagement and interactive demonstration this promises to be the event series of the year. Join us in actively creating the future, building on our success, to unlock a new venture in advancing engineering here at Wits University.

Attend, Connect, and Create

   

This initiative's events provide a dynamic platform where innovation, collaboration, and practical impact come together. Each event is designed to showcase creative ideas, foster entrepreneurial thinking, and connect participants with mentors and industry experts who can guide them in transforming their visions into reality. 

Kicking off with the annual John-Orr Memorial Lecture on 24 October 2025.

John-Orr Memorial Lecture

We welcome Mr Neal Froneman—Wits Mechanical Engineering graduate and former CEO of Sibanye-Stillwater, who transformed a local gold producer into a global mining powerhouse. He returns to Wits to share insights on leadership, innovation, and the future of engineering.