WELWITCHIA UNIVERSITY AND DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY FORMALISE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP THROUGH MOU SIGNING
Welwitchia University (WU) and Durban University of Technology (DUT) have formalised a strategic institutional partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant step towards strengthening academic, research and institutional collaboration between the two universities.
The MOU was signed on Friday, 25 September 2026, at Welwitchia University's City Campus in Windhoek, bringing together representatives from both institutions to formally establish a framework for cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The agreement was signed on behalf of Welwitchia University by Prof. Sifiso Nyathi, Pro Vice Chancellor: Academic and Research and Prof. Fulufhelo Nemavhola, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Engagement representing Durban University of Technology.
Strengthening Academic and Research Collaboration
The partnership provides a framework through which Welwitchia University and DUT can explore and implement collaborative initiatives in research, postgraduate development, academic partnerships, knowledge exchange and international engagement. The two institutions will seek opportunities for collaboration that may include joint research initiatives, academic and scholarly engagements, postgraduate development, seminars and conferences, knowledge-sharing activities, and other programmes mutually agreed upon by both universities.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, Prof. Sifiso Nyathi highlighted the importance of institutional partnerships in creating opportunities for academics, researchers and students to engage, share expertise and contribute to knowledge creation. The partnership also reinforces the institutions' shared commitment to strengthening higher education cooperation within the Southern African region and creating platforms for meaningful academic and research engagement.
From Partnership to Action
The signing follows a courtesy engagement between Welwitchia University and DUT on 23 September 2026, during which representatives from the two institutions discussed areas of mutual interest and explored opportunities for