University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg
University of Johannesburg

Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that higher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Since its establishment in 2005, and under the bold and visionary leadership of its first Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ihron Rensburg, the University has had a remarkable journey with major accomplishments in transformation, equity, access, and Pan African and global excellence.

  1. Recreating Sophiatown in the Metaverse

    10/13/2022

    Recreating Sophiatown in the Metaverse

    Sophiatown was once the cultural hub of South Africa; a small place with a big heart. After being demolished, the remembrance of this vibrant cultural heritage site remains alive in the minds of those that once visited. But can this vibrance be recreated in virtual reality? This is what Izak Potgieter will explore in their PhD Study.

    40 min
  2. Using the Metaverse for Education

    08/24/2022

    Using the Metaverse for Education

    Cloudebate podcast series: Using the Metaverse for Education Hosted by Dr Herman Myburgh Senior Lecturer Institute of Intelligent Systems Our guest is Prof. Umesh Ramnarain HOD: Department of Science and Technology Education Faculty of Education Discussing the use case of Metaverse technology in the Education space.

    36 min
  3. The Cloudebate Podcast series: Blockchain

    06/15/2022

    The Cloudebate Podcast series: Blockchain

    This year’s Cloudebate™ series will focus on the hugely important topic: What is blockchain technology, and how can Africa leverage this technology? Some of the items discussed in the podcast interview will be the following: • What is the simple explanation for the man/woman on the street “ What is blockchain technology” • How can Africa leverage this technology moving forward into the future • What are the opportunities presented by this technology in the Education space ? • Should governments be supporting this technology or be aware of it in terms of regulations and law?

    49 min
  4. Understanding the Impact of COVID19 on Disabled People in South Africa and Uganda

    02/07/2022

    Understanding the Impact of COVID19 on Disabled People in South Africa and Uganda

    UJ COLLABORATORS: Although several partners from South Africa, the United Kingdom and Uganda formed part of this project, for the purpose of this podcast, we would like to report on the UJ-related leg of this project. The collaborators on the UJ section of this project comprised of • Dr Anica Zeyen (PI) (Royal Holloway University of London and research associate of UJ), • Prof Heidi Lourens (team leader) (Department of Psychology, University of Johannesburg), • three research assistants namely, Dr Michelle Botha (Stellenbosch University), Dr Emma McKinney (University of the Western Cape) & Dr Vic McKinney. SCOPE OF THE PROJECT: During the ongoing COVID19 pandemic, much emphasis is placed on medical vulnerability and less on its social impact on people. This is particularly the case for disabled people. The impact on disabled people goes beyond a risk of infection and can negatively influence their (long-term) wellbeing. To address this need, this project aimed to understand the non-medical impacts of COVID19 on disabled people in South Africa and Uganda. Three co-ethnographers collected ethnographic data from three disabled South African participants (9 ethnographies altogether). These accounts included an entry interview of about two hours, diary keeping by participants for 2-months and then exit interviews of about 1-1.5 hours. This rich qualitative data allowed us to gain deep insights into how the pandemic has impacted the lieves of disabled people within South Africa. In addition to the qualitative data mentioned above, a disabled artist – Mr Surprise Khoza – is currently painting a representation of disabled persons’ experiences during the COVID19 pandemic. He is painting with acrylic paint in order to provide a tactile representation for visually impaired persons.

    16 min
  5. Contemporary Threats To The Pursuit Of Truth

    08/24/2021

    Contemporary Threats To The Pursuit Of Truth

    The podcast discusses contemporary threats to the pursuit of truth. One of these threats is the unreflective acceptance of (what might be termed) a neo-colonial pseudo-moral framework that ahistorically, parochially, and dogmatically imposes its values upon former colonies. Having this conversation is Dr Asheel, a lecturer in the Department of Philosophy and his guest is Mark Oppenheimer. Mark is a practicing advocate and member of the Johannesburg Bar. He has appeared in the Supreme Court of Appeal and the Constitutional Court in a series of cases that seek to determine the boundary between freedom of expression and genuine hate speech. Mark has also authored submissions to Parliament on hate speech and expropriation without compensation.

    1h 12m
  6. Systematic Delineation of Media Polarity on COVID-19 Vaccines in Africa Sefater Gbashi

    08/19/2021

    Systematic Delineation of Media Polarity on COVID-19 Vaccines in Africa Sefater Gbashi

    The global onset of COVID-19 has resulted in substantial public health and socioeconomic impacts. An immediate medical breakthrough is needed. However, parallel to the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic is the proliferation of information regarding the pandemic, which, if uncontrolled, cannot only mislead the public but also hinder the concerted efforts of relevant stakeholders in mitigating the effect of this pandemic. It is known that media communications can affect public perception and attitude toward medical treatment, vaccination, or subject matter, particularly when the population has limited knowledge on the subject. Objective: This study attempts to systematically scrutinize media communications (Google News headlines or snippets and Twitter posts) to understand the prevailing sentiments regarding COVID-19 vaccines in Africa.

    11 min
  7. 5G Connectivity in Society Prof Saurabh Sinha

    08/05/2021

    5G Connectivity in Society Prof Saurabh Sinha

    Multidisciplinary aspects Sustainable development goals principles: Earth systems Techno-economics Social dynamics Geopolitics Enabling the fast-emerging needs for multi-Gbps communications and Implementing with multidisciplinary factors accounted for.

    16 min
  8. Cloudebate™: When Ransomware attacks… Pay up or Hold out

    07/27/2021

    Cloudebate™: When Ransomware attacks… Pay up or Hold out

    Ransomware is big business The illegal criminal practise of holding corporate business or even personal computer files hostage through virtually impossible to crack encryption tools, commonly known as ransomware attacks, has rapidly increased in scope, public visibility and, indeed, success. In fact, these days so-called Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) is a well-organised, evolving and accessible criminal business endeavour. Mainstream media are progressively reporting more incidents of ransomware attacks, with the result that the general public has become increasingly aware of the practise. Usually companies under attack pay up, as they have almost no other choice. Because the criminals who hold files at ransom want repeat business, they almost always also release the key to decrypt the locked files upon payment. Payment is often demanded and received in Bitcoin as the astute cyber thief’s cryptocurrency of choice. According to an article by Danny Palmer for the influential tech website ZDNet, ransomware industry researchers estimate these kinds of attacks increased sevenfold in 2020 compared to the previous year. The reason, according to Palmer, is attackers are seemingly aiming for bigger paydays all the time. “A single attack can result in cyber criminals making hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars,” he highlights. The well-publicised recent ransomware hack of the Colonial Pipeline, an infrastructure system that supplies almost half of the fuel used throughout the east coast of America, has again shone a light on the goal of most of these kinds of actions: Profit. And where there’s profit to be made, even if illegal, business model structures soon follow.

    59 min
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Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that higher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Since its establishment in 2005, and under the bold and visionary leadership of its first Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ihron Rensburg, the University has had a remarkable journey with major accomplishments in transformation, equity, access, and Pan African and global excellence.

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  • Creator
    University of Johannesburg
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © University of Johannesburg
  • Show Website
    University of Johannesburg

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