University of the Witwatersrand

The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) is a premier, research-intensive institution located in Johannesburg, South Africa. Established in 1922, it consistently ranks within the top 1% of universities globally (top 200 worldwide) and is recognized as the #1 university in Africa. It is celebrated for its excellence in health sciences, humanities, engineering, and mining research. Global Rankings: Wits is ranked #200 globally in the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) and sits in the 291-350 band in both QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education (THE).