South Africa

The partnerships in South Africa have evolved into one of the most inclusive, diverse, and interdisciplinary collaborations on Grounds. 

Recent Projects

  1. Delivering community-based public health messages via social media
  2. Data analysis to improve the quality of cancer care
  3. Incorporating copper mesh in silver-impregnated ceramic water filters and evaluating supplemental bacteria disinfection
  4. Community health projects in Limpopo province
  5. Global infectious disease research training
  6. Water treatment technology research and implementation via PureMadi, MadiTrial, and Folia Water

Partnering Organizations

  1. University of Venda (Univen)
  2. University of the Free State
  3. Tugula Ferry/COSH

Location

The University of Venda is located in Thohoyandou, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Limpopo is the northernmost province in South Africa and is roughly the size of Pennsylvania.