HIV funding still falls short of targets after pledges
A mix of domestic revenue generation, efficiency gains and strategic partnerships is essential to sustain and expand HIV programmes despite declining aid.
23 January 2026
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HIV funding still falls short of targets after pledges
A mix of domestic revenue generation, efficiency gains and strategic partnerships is essential to sustain and expand HIV programmes despite declining aid.
23 January 2026
High cholesterol and insulin resistance are rising among young SAs
The modernisation of small towns, while positive economically, brings hidden health costs.
23 January 2026
SWEAT Africa 2026
Positioning Africa at the centre of global innovation, investment and collaboration. SWEAT Africa takes place from 13–14 February 2026.
22 January 2026
Wits-led genetic study adds over 1000 new African genomes to global science
Project will likely uncover millions of novel genetic variants that could reshape how disease risk is predicted and how treatments are tailored.
22 January 2026
HIV funding still falls short of targets after pledges
A mix of domestic revenue generation, efficiency gains and strategic partnerships is essential to sustain and expand HIV programmes despite declining aid.
23 January 2026
High cholesterol and insulin resistance are rising among young SAs
The modernisation of small towns, while positive economically, brings hidden health costs.
23 January 2026
SWEAT Africa 2026
Positioning Africa at the centre of global innovation, investment and collaboration. SWEAT Africa takes place from 13–14 February 2026.
22 January 2026
Wits-led genetic study adds over 1000 new African genomes to global science
Project will likely uncover millions of novel genetic variants that could reshape how disease risk is predicted and how treatments are tailored.
22 January 2026
CURIOS.TY 20: #Thrive
This is the 20th anniversary issue of Wits University's award-winning research magazine. It is time to look at what it takes to #Thrive.
Issue 20: #ThriveRead all the stories
CURIOS.TY 20: #Thrive
What it takes to #Thrive ... The issue explores what it truly means to flourish – across a lifespan, within communities, and on and with our planet.
13 January 2026
Thrive — Flourishing in a changing world
Welcome to the 20th edition of CURIOS.TY. This milestone reflects how far the magazine has come since its launch 10 years ago.
13 January 2026
Before we begin…
Investing in antenatal care is crucial for South Africa’s future, but women need support even earlier than in pregnancy.
13 January 2026
Ensuring sweet beginnings in early childhood
Parents can help their toddlers thrive if they encourage play and healthy eating habits.
13 January 2026
CURIOS.TY 20: #Thrive
What it takes to #Thrive ... The issue explores what it truly means to flourish – across a lifespan, within communities, and on and with our planet.
13 January 2026
Thrive — Flourishing in a changing world
Welcome to the 20th edition of CURIOS.TY. This milestone reflects how far the magazine has come since its launch 10 years ago.
13 January 2026
Before we begin…
Investing in antenatal care is crucial for South Africa’s future, but women need support even earlier than in pregnancy.
13 January 2026
Ensuring sweet beginnings in early childhood
Parents can help their toddlers thrive if they encourage play and healthy eating habits.
13 January 2026
The final Wits in 60 Seconds of 2025 looked back on a year of achievement and impact, marked by more than 3 600 students graduating in December and William Henry Frankel being awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law. Wits’ influence on global science was exemplified by Dr Precious Matsoso being named among Nature’s 10 for shaping science in 2025, alongside the launch of Africa’s first International Research Centre through a new partnership between Wits and the French National Centre for Scientific Research.
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