It was granted a university status in 1918 — it is now a renowned public research university widely known beyond Africa. Being able to provide adequate facilities for learning with academic balance earns Witwatersrand one of the top universities in Africa. It has remained at the top of universities with impactful research output — this has positioned it as one of the top universities in Africa. University of KwaZulu-NatalThe University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa was formed on January 1 2024 after merging the University of Natal and the University of Durban-Westville. The University of South Africa is one of the mega universities in the world and the only one in Africa.

Source: Nigerian Tribune March 16, 2024 12:24 UTC