Wits University rejects claims that 98% of staff are foreign nationals
Wits University has dismissed social media claims that it is favouring foreign nationals over qualified South Africans, calling the allegation that 98% of its staff are international employees “fake news”.
Wits University has firmly denied claims that a staggering 98% of its staff are foreign nationals, stating that international employees only make up 9% of its workforce. The university responded to social media accusations that it was favoring foreign nationals over South African citizens, particularly unemployed graduates. In a statement, Wits University clarified that the circulating misinformation was false.
The institution emphasized that its internationalization strategy aimed to balance South African leadership development with global expertise. The controversy unfolded as South Africa faced high unemployment and scrutiny over international recruitment at higher education institutions. The university's internationalization strategy is intended to create a harmonious balance between local talent development and global expertise, rather than focusing solely on either localization or internationalization.
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