Safety and emergencies

Researched by the VarsityStart team from official university sources. Last checked 10 October 2026. How we check

UJ Protection Services is on duty 24 hours. Police: 10111.

Kingsway (Auckland Park): 011 559 2555
Doornfontein: 011 559 6085 (also listed as 011 559 6450, so confirm which one answers)
Soweto: 011 559 5555
Bunting Road: 011 559 1312
Central control room: 011 559 7605

Older UJ pages list different numbers for some campuses, so check the page below and save the one for your campus.

Off campus: UJ warns that young women carrying luggage or laptop bags have been targeted around Auckland Park, Melville and Hursthill. Do not approach vehicles that pull up beside you, walk in groups at night, and avoid earphones and visible valuables.