Support our Causes and Campaign initiatives

Double Our Future Impact

Since 2009, the University of Johannesburg has made R20 million available yearly to assist academically deserving and financially needy students with registration fees. This contribution has assisted more than 5000 students to register per year. UJ knows that many South African families are in a desperate economic situation. Through various initiatives and campaigns, UJ has managed to assist its students in paying for their university education. The University’s vision of a reimagined future is to assist all its academically deserving and financially needy students in paying for their university education. Becoming a part of our effort matches our contribution, assists us in doubling our impact, and helps more students.

Neurodiversity Research

The Mpedi Neurodiversity Studies Scholarship, established by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Letlhokwa Mpedi and his family, aims to support students pursuing master’s studies focusing on the neurodevelopmental learning needs of children and youth. Led by Professor Maximus Monaheng Sefotho, the Centre for Neurodiversity at UJ is dedicated to advancing research that specifically targets the neurodevelopmental learning needs of children and youth, particularly emphasising the health and well-being of children with Down Syndrome. Through meaningful funding, this scholarship aims to contribute to a more inclusive and understanding society.

#EliminateStudentDebt

UJ aims to raise R27 million, to support students who do not have the financial means to clear their debt and to enter the world of work. The issue of student debt has deprived many deserving students of the opportunity to re-register at UJ to continue with their studies despite having met the academic requirements. With support from the UJ community and the public, the University can assist around 20,000 students to settle their outstanding fees. The University has helped raised R916 million to accommodate qualifying students with their studies through its Missing Middle Fundraising Campaign since 2016.

#NoToStudentHunger

Every year, the University of Johannesburg dedicates significant resources to its meal assistance programme, ensuring that thousands of students receive daily nutritious meals. For over a decade, this initiative has been a vital support system for underprivileged students, providing them with well-balanced meal packs filled with essential ingredients for their health and well-being. We invite you to support this cause by donating any non-perishable foods, such as rice, pasta, maize meal, sugar, tinned goods, and soup powder. Your contributions will be distributed across all campuses to those who are most in need.

Alumni Annual Fund

UJ takes pride in the calibre of the alumni it has produced since its existence. These are people who continue to make positive contributions towards the development and transformation of the university and its community. The value of being part of the UJ Alumni is in donating your time and resources to help shape the futures of generations to come and that of your Alma Mater.

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Alistair Mokoena Education Fund

The Alistair Mokoena Education Fund, established by Dr. Alistair Mokoena, stands as a beacon of hope, offering vital support to help these aspiring scholars succeed, embodying a strong commitment to academic excellence and improving education access in South Africa. Join us in making a difference—your support can help transform lives and build a brighter future.

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UJ takes pride in the calibre of the alumni it has produced since its existence. These are people who continue to make positive contributions towards the development and transformation of the university and its community. The value of being part of the UJ Alumni is in donating your time and resources to help shape the futures of generations to come and that of your Alma Mater. The Annual Fund is supported by alumni and friends of the University who want to provide opportunities to students who need them the most. Thousands of alumni and supporters of the University donate to the Alumni Annual Fund every year.

MRS Campaign

The University of Johannesburg Faculty of Education is requiring funding support to pilot a South African version of Mixed Reality Simulation (MRS) for teacher education and development. The long-term vision is to establish a permanent South African MRS platform. The current request pertains to the pilot only. Should the pilot prove to be successful, more funding will be required to take the MRS to scale, involving more universities, working towards the MRS simulation platform becoming self-sustainable. The Faculty of Education is currently experimenting with MRS and researching its use, using the MRS platform TeachLivE.