WELWITCHIA UNIVERSITY WELCOMES NEW PRO-VICE-CHANCELLOR: ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH

7 August 2026 - Welwitchia University is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof. Sifiso Nyathi as the University’s new Pro-Vice-Chancellor: Academic and Research.

Prof. Nyathi was officially welcomed by the University’s Founders and Executive Management during a special reception held at the University’s City Campus. This occasion marked an exciting chapter as Welwitchia University continues to strengthen its commitment to academic excellence, research, innovation, and transformative leadership.

Bringing with him a wealth of academic leadership experience and a distinguished career in higher education, Prof. Nyathi will play a pivotal role in advancing the University’s academic and research agenda that contributes to regional, national and international development.

Welwitchia University warmly welcomes Prof. Nyathi to the Welwitchia family and looks forward to the positive impact of his leadership in advancing the University’s vision of excellence.

Building Welwitchia University: Where Everyone is an Achiever.