Partnership introduces AI-powered research platform to South African higher education, supporting digital scholarship and research integrity. The University signed a three-year agreement in December 2025, establishing Research Solutions as a key player within the South African higher education sector. Research Solutions views the partnership as the cornerstone of a broader regional expansion strategy, with active engagement underway at additional South African institutions. Why the University of Pretoria chose SciteBefore selecting Scite, the DLS conducted a thorough review of available AI research tools. The University’s early leadership sets a powerful precedent, and Research Solutions looks forward to building on that foundation across the South African higher education sector.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 18, 2026 11:46 UTC