One University, One Province – NWU

Welcome to the NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine. The NWU obtained permission from the Minister of Health on 22 December 2023, Honourable Dr Joe Phaahla, to progress with the Medical School and to adhere to all the required approvals and accreditation requirements. Permission to proceed with establishing the Medical School followed after seven years of preparatory and intensive technical work. 

Key criteria of the NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine