Scholarships, student and staff exchanges, Mandarin short learning courses, a virtual academy, technology, and laboratory experiences will all be discussed. Mandela University also has links with the Ocean University of China. China has more than 1200 universities.
The Chinese Embassy in South Africa was represented by Education Counsellor Mr Xudong Li and Education Officer Mr Yuanzheng Li. The Director of the South African Branch, Institute of Africa Studies, Zhejiang Normal University Ms Arielle Zhaoyi Liu also formed part of the delegation.
The DVC Research, Innovation and Internationalisation Dr Thandi Mgwebi, on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor Prof Sibongile Muthwa, acting DVC Learning and Teaching Dr Moeki Moeng, Dr Priscilla Mensah, Acting Senior Director: Office for International Education and Dr Kwezi Mzilikazi, Director: Research Support and Management as well as staff members from the International Office and the faculties represented Mandela University.