Covid-19 Update 87: Masks are voluntary
Return to campus plans and the way forward.
Covid-19 Update 86: Infections are increasing
Please take note of rising infections in the country and particularly in Gauteng. Please get vaccinated if you have not done so yet.
Covid-19 Update 85: Over 90% of those accessing 91¿´Æ¬Íø' campuses are vaccinated
It is with great appreciation that we thank you and members of our wider 91¿´Æ¬Íø community for vaccinating and in so doing, making 91¿´Æ¬Íø a safer place for all.
Covid-19 Update 84: Over 30 000 vaccination certificates uploaded
The academic programme began in earnest today and it was fantastic to see students in class again and staff back on campus.
Covid-19 Update 83: Changes to screening tools
LogBox App is being streamlined to make it easier for you to complete the questions.
Covid-19 Update 82: Changes to isolation protocols and FAQs
The South African government released new Covid-19 regulations as at 31 January 2022, pertaining to changes to isolation protocols.
Covid-19 Update 81: Vaccination and testing site now open
Apply for reasonable accommodation and upload your international vaccine certificate.
Covid-19 Update 80: Thank you! 7 500+ vaccine certificates uploaded
If you are experiencing glitches in uploading your certificate, this information might help. You can also log technical queries via ithelp@wits.ac.za.
Covid-19 Update 79: You can now upload your vaccine certificate
Mandatory vaccination: The link to upload your vaccine certificate is now live.
Covid-19 Update 78: Implementation of 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mandatory Vaccination Policy
91¿´Æ¬Íø University adopted a Mandatory Vaccination Policy (Mvax Policy), which will be implemented from 1 January 2022.
Covid-19 Update 77: 91¿´Æ¬Íø Covid-19 Vaccination Implementation Plan
91¿´Æ¬Íø Universit's Mandatory Vaccination Policy (MVAX Policy) will be implemented in January 2022.
Covid-19 Update 76: Council approves 91¿´Æ¬Íø Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy
Read the full statement, the policy, and the Q&A information document wherein 91¿´Æ¬Íø experts answer questions about vaccination, legal, ethical, and more.
Covid-19 Update 75: Senate supports mandatory vaccination policy
"We will also continue to engage with the broader 91¿´Æ¬Íø community on the proposed policy in the coming weeks."
Covid-19 Update 74: 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mandatory Vaccination Framework
The proposed Framework has been developed and will be shared with staff, students, senior managers, organised labour, and other constituencies for comment.
Covid-19 Update 73: Return to campus plans
Details on vaccination and the return of staff members to campus.
Covid-19 Update 72: Netcare vaccination site at 91¿´Æ¬Íø
91¿´Æ¬Íø staff and students can now get their Covid-19 vaccine at the Netcare site on campus.
Update 71: 91¿´Æ¬Íøies can also vaccinate at the SABC vaccination site
91¿´Æ¬Íø staff and students can now get their Covid-19 vaccine at the SABC vaccination site in Auckland Park.
Covid-19 Update 70: Dedicated slots for 91¿´Æ¬Íøies to vaccinate in Braamfontein
91¿´Æ¬Íø staff and students who are 18 years and older can now get their Covid-19 vaccine at the Liberty vaccination site in Braamfontein.
Covid-19 Update 69: 18+ you're up! Don't hesitate - vaccinate
Covid-19 vaccinations are open to all persons 18 years and older as from Friday, 20 August 2021.
Covid-19 Update 68: Implications of level 4 regulations on 91¿´Æ¬Íøies
What the new regulations mean for 91¿´Æ¬Íø staff and students.
Professor Zeblon Vilakazi on the impact of the third Covid-19 wave
Gauteng is currently the epicentre of the COVID-19 pandemic, with almost 11 000 new infections reported in the province on Wednesday.
Update 66: Reporting infections
We are in the midst of the third wave, infection rates are rising steeply across the country and hospital beds are filling up quickly.
Covid-19 Update 65: Keep safe
The third wave of the coronavirus has started in Gauteng and is rapidly gaining momentum as we head into the winter season.
Covid-19 Update 64: Return to campus plans
All University entities are required to be fully operational as from 1 February 2021.
Covid-19 Update 63: Infection summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Update 62: Our collective responsibility
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Update 61: Adjusted level 3 implications
Implications of adjusted Level 3 regulations for staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 60: Infection Summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 59: Infection Summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 58: Advice from Scientists Collective
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 57: Infection summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19: Update 56 - Infection summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 55: All services must be operational
Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's address.
Covid-19 Update 54: Infection summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 53: Infection summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Covid-19 Update 52: Infection summary
Update on the latest Covid-19 testing and infection of staff and students.
Update 51: Infection summary
Latest update on infections and university protocols.
Covid-19 Update 50: Keep safe
Appeal to adhere to safety regulations and preventative protocols.
Covid-19 Update 49: Clarity on return to campus plans
Answers to queries raised by organised labour and staff members.
Covid-19 Update 48 - Return to campus under lockdown level 1
Covid-19 policies and protocols pertaining to lockdown level 1.
Covid 19 Update 47 - Preparing to return to campus under Lockdown Level 1
The Senior Executive Team (SET) met this week and agreed in principle to the coordinated return of more students and staff to our campuses from 5 October 2020.
Covid-19 Update 46 - Level 1 is here
We welcome the news that South Africa will move to national lockdown level 1 from Monday, 21 September 2020.
Covid-19 Update 45: Policies and Protocols - All you need to know
All staff and students are reminded of the approved 91¿´Æ¬Íø Covid-19 policy, Emergency Response Plan and other associated protocols.
Covid-19 Update 44 – The Move to Level Two
Level two will allow more staff and students to return to campus. Faculties will invite carefully selected cohorts of students to return.
Covid-19 Update 42 - The phased return of students and staff to campuses
91¿´Æ¬Íø’ protocols remain in place, and only students and staff with the requisite permits and permissions will be allowed entry to campuses.
Covid-19 Update (36): It's in our hands
91¿´Æ¬Íøies, please take care, adhere to social distancing and follow Covid-19 protocols.
Covid-19 update (35): Second phase of reopening
Phased return of more academic, professional and support staff and students to campuses.
Covid-19 update (33) - Secure gateway enables teaching and learning
Students and staff members who have not already done so, must complete the student survey or staff survey before 8pm on Thursday, 11 June 2020.
Covid-19 (Update 32) - 91¿´Æ¬Íø Screening APP goes live
Self-screening form on the app is for staff members with permits to be on campus, and students who have been invited to return to campus only.
Covid-19 Update (31) - The phased return of students and staff to campuses
Information regarding the staggered approach adopted for a phased return to ensure wellbeing and safety of students and staff.
Covid-19 Update (30) - 91¿´Æ¬Íø Prepares for the return of some students
Final year students and other identified groups of students expected to return to campus from 8 June 2020.
Support for Professor Glenda Gray
Statement of Support for Professor Glenda Gray and the Principle of Academic Freedom of Speech.
Covid-19 Update (29) - Students to receive an additional 15GB of data for next 15 days
The four telecommunications companies agree to extend the provision of data to students for another 15 days.
91¿´Æ¬Íø' Covid-19 Standard Operating Procedures
The country remains in a level four lockdown, which means that only employees who render essential services are allowed to be on our campuses.
Covid-19 Update (28) - Wellness services for students and staff
A reminder to all students and staff about 91¿´Æ¬Íø' mental health and wellbeing services that are available to you during the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown.
91¿´Æ¬Íø Covid-19 Screening Tool
Information pertaining to the screening of staff and students entering University campuses and premises.
WITS COVID-19 UPDATE 27 – FINAL YEAR MEDICAL STUDENTS RETURN TO CAMPUS
Final year medical students will return to 91¿´Æ¬Íø on Monday, 11 May 2020.
[COVID-19 UPDATE 25] 91¿´Æ¬Íø VC wishes students well as online learning begins
Video: Professor Adam Habib wishes students well as they begin their online learning journey.
COVID-19 Update 24: Data access: All four major mobile service providers on board
Students will get 30GB of data if registered on MTN, Vodacom, Cell C or Telkom.
COVID-19 Update 24: How to access your data
COVID-19 Update 23: 91¿´Æ¬Íø opens online on Monday, 20 April 2020
91¿´Æ¬Íø will commence with emergency remote online teaching and learning from Monday, 20 April 2020.
Process to apply for mobile computing devices
This communique outlines the process through which students who require assistance with a loan device can apply.
91¿´Æ¬Íø switches to remote online teaching and learning from 20 April 2020
91¿´Æ¬Íø institutes an emergency remote teaching and learning programme as one measure to help minimise the time lost in the academic project.
COVID-19 UPDATE 21 – POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
Message from Professor Zeblon Vilakazi, Vice-Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Postgraduate Affairs.
COVID-19 UPDATE (20) – WELLNESS UPDATE
The University’s wellness support services are here to help staff, students and the 91¿´Æ¬Íø community in dealing with the disruption of our normal lives.
COVID-19 UPDATE (19) – TEACHING AND LEARNING (STUDENTS)
Message from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic regarding the resumption of the academic programme.
COVID-19 UPDATE (19) – TEACHING AND LEARNING (STAFF)
Message from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic on the resumption of the academic programme.
91¿´Æ¬Íø Covid-19 Update (18)
The role of essential staff during the national lockdown.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID Update 17 (Students): 91¿´Æ¬Íø to reopen on 20 April
Prof. Habib speaks on living through the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Senior Executive Team’s (SET) decision to go into early recess and to evacuate residences.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID Update 17: Staff Appreciation and Reopening
Prof. Adam Habib addresses staff on living through the COVID19 pandemic and expresses his appreciation to staff for their contribution during this period.
Official government regulations for #21DaysLockdownSA
Government has released the early directives following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address on Monday night.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID-19 Update (16): Ways to learn and work from home
Message from the Senior Executive Team of 91¿´Æ¬Íø University.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID-19 Update (15): 91¿´Æ¬Íø prepares to go online
91¿´Æ¬Íø from the Senior Executive Team of 91¿´Æ¬Íø University.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID-19 Update (14): Most students have left residences
Message from the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Senior Executive Team.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID-19 Update 13: Students urged to go home
Message from the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Dean of Student Affairs.
91¿´Æ¬Íø COVID-19 Update 13: Working conditions for staff from 20 to 30 March 2020
Message from the Senior Executive Team of 91¿´Æ¬Íø University on the working conditions for staff members during the recess.
Court dismisses application to halt residence evacuation
The High Court (Gauteng Local Division, Johannesburg) dismissed the urgent application by two students to extend the period for the evacuation of residences.
Who should test for COVID-19
Answers to common questions asked by the 91¿´Æ¬Íø community.
91¿´Æ¬Íø announces early recess
91¿´Æ¬Íø University will be in recess from Tuesday, 17 March 2020, four days earlier than scheduled.
All contact teaching postponed for Monday, staff to continue with work
91¿´Æ¬Íø announces measures to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Student tests positive for Covid-19 and 91¿´Æ¬Íø reaches out to affected class
91¿´Æ¬Íø University has just been informed that the medical student who has been quarantined since last Wednesday has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19)
91¿´Æ¬Íø acts to manage Covid-19 exposure
91¿´Æ¬Íø acts swiftly to manage student who came in contact with COVID-19 carrier.