Wits Geosciences

The Wits School of Geosciences is pleased to host Dr Jun Cowan (StructuralGeology.com) for an upcoming Geotalk! Weds, 20th 13h15 (hybrid event) #geotalk

Learn more about Dr Rapetosea’s research here: scholar.google.com/citations?user… Stay tuned for his future geotalk session.

Dr Rapetsoa completed his PhD in Geophysics at Wits, with his research focusing on innovative seismic acquisition and imaging techniques for complex geological and mining environments. We wish him a fulfilling and enjoyable journey with the Wits Geosciences team.

We are happy to welcome Dr Moyagabo Kenneth Rapetsoa as the newest member of our team at the Wits School of Geosciences. He joins as a specialist in Geophysical Research and Computational Instrumentation. #WitsForGood #Wits #WitsGeosciences

The Wits School of Geosciences is pleased to host Dr Herman van Niekerk (University of Johannesburg) for an upcoming Geotalk: Date: Thursday, 7 May Time: 16h00 Venue: G121, Honours Room, Wits Geosciences Online access available via Zoom Meeting ID: 97168403738 #geotalk

A recent article in Mining Review Africa quotes Wits Geosciences Professor Glen Nwaila as saying the future will need education reform and new “geodata scientists” as AI makes mining more data-driven and precise. 🔗 Read more here: miningreview.com/magazine-artic…

This week we have a special talk and demonstration by Dr Charl Cilliers and Prof Jan van Bever Donker (University of the Western Cape): Please note that the drone demonstration and site digitisation will not be livestreamed. Join us in person for the full experience. #Geotalks

Venue: Life Sciences Museum lab. 🕘 Dates and times: 13 to 15 May 2026: 8.30am to 2pm 16 May 2026 (Saturday): 9am to 3pm 17 May 2026 (Sunday): 9am to 1pm 🔗 For more information on the Yebo Gogga festival, visit: wits.ac.za/yebogogga/ #Wits #WitsForGood #WitsGeosciences

This year’s festival invites you to get closer to nature than ever before. Explore interactive exhibits, encounter fascinating creatures and discover the wonders of the natural world through engaging, educational activities.

The University of the Witwatersrand School of Animal, Plant and Environmental Sciences, in collaboration with the Witwatersrand Gem and Mineral Club, is proud to host the Yebo Gogga science festival 2026.

We are happy to see Kofi-Anan making great strides in her career and appreciate her contributions to the Wits School of Geosciences. #WitsForGood #Wits #WitsGeosciences

“I am looking forward to the opportunity to contribute meaningfully through this platform and to further develop skills that I believe will also add value to my work,” Kofi-Anan says.

We are proud to announce that Kofi-Anan Mkumla, an administrative assistant at the Wits School of Geosciences, has successfully been accepted into the World Economic Forum’s prestigious Global Shapers Community.

FINAL CALL - The BUGEMET is currently recruiting across multiple research positions. These opportunities span postdoctoral, research assistant, and field-based roles on the Bushveld Complex. Find full details and application information here: wits.ac.za/geosciences/bu…

This week we are excited to host Geoff Howarth (University of Cape Town) for an Geotalk! All are welcome! #geotalk #scitalks #geosciences

4 days to go! This is a reminder to secure your place for the Johannesburg leg of the Alex du Toit Memorial Lecture Series on 14 April 2026. Book your tickets here (free of charge): qkt.io/DuToitLecture2… We look forward to seeing you! #Wits #WitsForGood #WitsGeosciences

The BUGEMET is currently recruiting across multiple research positions. These opportunities span postdoctoral, research assistant, and field-based roles on the Bushveld Complex. Find full details and application information here: wits.ac.za/geosciences/bu…

This Geotalk is hosted in collaboration with the SAS-SEG Student Chapter as part of the SEG Thayer Lindsley Visiting Lecturer programme. Date: Thursday, 26 March Time: 16h00 Venue: G121, Honours Room, Wits School of Geosciences Online access available via Zoom ID: 97168403738

Thank you for your commitment; we look forward to your leadership. #Wits #WitsGeosciences

As well as: Third year: Lwandle Sihle Sibisi and Noluthando Ndebele Second year: Chuma Jara and Nikiwe Chelsy Mathebula First year: Joaquina Kana, Ntokozo Mandlazi, Juliette Laubscher and Sibusiso Tshotwane

Wits Geosciences is celebrating a strong 2026 enrolment, with 125 first-year, 60 second-year, 50 third-year and 40 honours students – a total of 275 enrolled