Promoting social justice through the transformation of the higher education sector

Through research and partnering with communities, universities can tackle the Southern African region’s problems, such as poverty, climate change and unemployment

By Ivor Baatjes – 16 December 2024

The University World News — Africa Education recently highlighted the critical need for South African universities to reinforce their commitment to social justice.

Ylva Rodny-Gumede, of the University of Johannesburg, argued that higher education institutions must better prepare students by fostering a comprehensive understanding of democracy, community and global engagement, and strategies for addressing common societal challenges…

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