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News ‘A growing swamp’ – Dysfunction and corruption threaten SA’s universities

Corruption and dysfunction threaten the future of South African universities – and generations of students. This was the message of a Summer School Extension Series talk.

26 May 2023 - 10 min read

News New research on Sutherland Nine remains digs deeper into their lives, deaths

New research has dug deeper into and revealed insights into the lives of the Sutherland Nine, who were donated unethically to UCT in the 1920s.

25 May 2023 - >10 min read

News UCT RDA collaborates with ACU to launch second Commonwealth Futures Climate Research cohort

UCT’s Researcher Development Academy has been appointed as a training partner for the Association of Commonwealth Universities second Commonwealth Futures Climate Research cohort.

25 May 2023 - 6 min read

News SA’s ‘Science Oscars’ names UCT finalists

In acknowledgement of their groundbreaking work in the fields of science, engineering and technology, 12 UCT scientists have been selected as finalists for the 2022/2023 NSTF-South32 Awards.

25 May 2023 - 3 min read

News STEMinists: Latest edition of UCT Anti-racism Conversation Series focuses on women in STEM

The UCT Anti-racism Conversation Series continues, with the latest event focused on African women in the STEM fields.

19 May 2023 - 8 min read

Climate change to push species over abrupt tipping points Climate change is likely to abruptly push species over tipping points as their geographic ranges reach unforeseen temperatures, finds a new study co-led by a UCT researcher. 19 May 2023

UCT ParaSports hosts Wheelchair Rugby and Wheelchair Basketball On Sunday, 30 April, the University of Cape Town (UCT) ParaSports hosted a Wheelchair Basketball tournament. The club invited the Conquerors Wheelchair Basketball Club from Retreat to play against a combined UCT team featuring players from UCT Basketball, UCT Radio and UCT ParaSports. 19 May 2023

Water vulnerability highlighted in UCT’s new mural UCT researchers recently teamed up with Interfer to create a new mural visualising the stories of local community members’ experiences of water. 18 May 2023

‘Find your scholarly voice’ – new RLP cohort advised Guest speaker Prof Stella Nkomo shared experiences from her academic journey with the 2023 Research Leadership Programme cohort of mid-career women academics. 18 May 2023

Of thick books, dreams and robotic dogs – UCT’s Open Day attracts multitudes UCT was buzzing on Open Day 2023 after a two-year hiatus following COVID-19 restrictions. The annual academic fair is aimed at learners in Grade 10, 11 and 12, their families and teachers. 18 May 2023

Open Day 2023 The annual University of Cape Town (UCT) Open Day is aimed at high school learners in Grade 10, 11 and 12, their families and teachers, and presents an ideal opportunity to explore the vast range of undergraduate study options available at UCT. 17 May 2023

Context matters: Understanding childhood brain development During her inaugural lecture, UCT’s Prof Kirsty Donald delved into what factors are prevalent in the maturing of the brain. 15 May 2023

Falling Walls Lab is heading for Cape Town Falling Walls Lab is coming to UCT in September. 12 May 2023

Rocking the Cradle: new evidence shows site is much younger than thought New research shows that South Africa’s Cradle of Humankind site is much younger than previously pegged, dramatically changing the narrative of its antiquity. 12 May 2023

FEATURES

Feature KwaLanga Centenary

The Western Cape’s oldest township, KwaLanga, is marking its centenary in April 2023, presenting an opportunity to reflect on the township’s rich history and heritage.

17 Apr 2023

Feature Graduation March 2023

We congratulate the March 2023 cohort on their academic success and we are looking forward to returning to the Sarah Baartman Hall for a week of ceremonies.

27 Mar 2023

VIDEO FEATURE: Studying at UCT: Day in the life of a UCT student

Six UCT students – one from each faculty – share their experience of a day on campus, with tips and insights to encourage prospective applicants to embrace campus life and make the most of an opportunity to study at Africa’s top university. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it!

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Rocking the Cradle: new evidence shows site is much younger than thought

New research shows that South Africa’s Cradle of Humankind site is much younger than previously pegged, dramatically changing the narrative of its antiquity.

New research shows that South Africa’s Cradle of Humankind site is much younger than previously pegged, dramatically changing the narrative of its antiquity.

12 May 2023 - 7 min read

UCT TB researcher elected Fellow of the Royal Society

UCT’s Prof Valerie Mizrahi is among the 80 outstanding researchers, innovators and communicators from around the world who have been elected as the newest Fellows of the Royal Society.

UCT’s Prof Valerie Mizrahi is among the 80 outstanding researchers, innovators and communicators from around the world who have been elected as the newest Fellows of the Royal Society.

10 May 2023 - 4 min read

Putting trans communities into transformation policies across SA campuses

With a 48% drop-out rate of SA trans and gender diverse students, Gender Dynamix have launched a model policy framework to help make sure this cohort gets to graduate.

With a 48% drop-out rate of SA trans and gender diverse students, Gender Dynamix have launched a model policy framework to help make sure this cohort gets to graduate.

21 Apr 2023 - 7 min read

Caregiving for older people perpetuates poverty and inequality in SA

UCT’s Assoc Prof Elena Moore has released preliminary research that focuses on understanding the meaning of family care for older people in southern Africa.

UCT’s Assoc Prof Elena Moore has released preliminary research that focuses on understanding the meaning of family care for older people in southern Africa.

18 Apr 2023 - 9 min read

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