Established in 2000, the Learning Information Networking Knowledge (LINK) Centre in Johannesburg is an interdisciplinary academic hub based at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) School of Literature, Language and Media (SLLM) and the Wits Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct. The LINK team researches, publishes, teaches and advises on the myriad dimensions of the African digital knowledge economy.
About UsThe Centre’s work focuses on themes of economic and societal change in the paradigm of knowledge-based network economies evolving through digital innovation. LINK's core research themes are: digital innovation and transformation; governance, policy and regulation for the digital era; cybersecurity thinking and analytical frameworks; and open approaches to knowledge governance. In addition to its team members' published outputs, the Centre publishes the accredited, open access, peer-reviewed academic journal, The African Journal of Information and Communication (AJIC). The Centre offers three postgraduate degrees and several short courses, including short courses provided in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
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An online course, from 20 Oct. to 21 Nov. 2025, provided by LINK in partnership with the ITU.
The Open AIR network is focused on research, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge mobilisation on pathways to sustainable development through open collaborative innovation. It aims to develop better understanding of African innovation contexts; to foster better laws, policies and regulations; and to support better practice.
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