The Consul General of the United States visited the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) on 04 March 2019 to explore possible partnership opportunities on exchange programmes with the United States and discuss other potential projects. 

Representatives from CUT and Consul General McCarthy gathered outside the ZR Mahabane Building during a break in the discussions to cement the moment with a photo. They are from left: Mr Tseliso Mpekoa, Business Development Manager; Ms Refilwe Moleyane, Manager: Partnerships; Prof. Crispen Chipunza Associate Professor: Human Resources Management; Mr Mike McCarthy, U.S. Consul General; Prof. Henk de Jager, Vice-Chancellor and Principal; Prof. Herman Vermaak, Dean: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology; Ms Geralda Winkler, Manager: Fundraising and Projects; and Mr Leolyn Jackson, Director: International Office.