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UJ recognises Monica Geingos transformative advocacy with Honorary Doctorate
It was a bittersweet moment for Her Excellency Monica Geingos to receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) on Monday, 16 March 2026. It was the wish of her late husband, President Hage Geingob, to become her PhD supervisor once they were no longer in office. However, that did not happen.
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[## Far better STEM subject outcomes possible in SA schools, UJ study finds
It is possible to significantly improve learners’ understanding of STEM subjects in an economical way, even at disadvantaged schools, according…](https://news.uj.ac.za/news/far-better-stem-subject-outcomes-possible-in-sa-schools-uj-study-finds/)
[### From Diepsloot to Nanoscience: The Inspiring Journey of UJ Graduate Moses Makhadi
Born in Tshilwavhusiku and raised in Ha-Rathidili, Limpopo, Moses Makhadi has accomplished a noteworthy milestone by becoming the first person…](https://news.uj.ac.za/news/from-diepsloot-to-nanoscience-the-inspiring-journey-of-uj-graduate-moses-makhadi/)
[### UJ Law Celebrates LLB Graduate and Law Mentor Sabelo Khuzwayo
The Faculty of Law at the University of Johannesburg proudly celebrates Mr Sabelo Khuzwayo, who graduates with a Bachelor of…](https://news.uj.ac.za/news/uj-law-celebrates-llb-graduate-and-law-mentor-sabelo-khuzwayo/)
[### Onika Mokoena graduates with an LLB at UJ Law at 19 years of age
At just 19 years old, Onika Mokoena celebrates a remarkable milestone as she graduates with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB)…](https://news.uj.ac.za/news/onika-mokoena-graduates-with-an-llb-at-uj-law-at-19-years-of-age/)
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