ISPO facilitates collaborative discussions between Wits and Nanjing University
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ISPO facilitated high-level discussions between Wits and Nanjing University delegation to explore collaborative opportunities across key research areas
On 6 August 2025, the Internationalisation and Strategic Partnerships Office (ISPO), represented by Dr Samia Chasi, hosted a delegation from Nanjing University led by Professor Tieniu Tan, Chair of the University Council, at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). Professor Lynn Morris, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation, welcomed the delegation for engagements exploring collaboration in water and environmental sciences, AI and cybersecurity, geosciences, governance, and African studies. Following facility visits and focused discussions, Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Zeblon Vilakazi hosted a closing luncheon, where the delegation engaged with Wits academics across three faculties.