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News Strengthening UCT’s strategic partnerships from Africa to Asia

UCT advanced key partnerships in Hangzhou, China, strengthening Africa–Asia collaboration in research and innovation.

24 Dec 2025 - 6 min read

Research and innovation UCT scientist honoured for advancing equitable cancer research

Renowned cancer scientist Prof Sharon Prince has been honoured with the 2025 A.G. Oettlé Memorial Award for her pioneering research, leadership and dedication to developing affordable cancer therapies in South Africa.

23 Dec 2025 - 5 min read

A career of service: Douglas Sias retires

UCT bids farewell to Douglas Sias, learning technologies consultant, after 15 years of service.

23 Dec 2025 - 6 min read

Research and innovation Science translation top of mind at research day

A recently hosted research day, through departmental collaboration within the Faculty of Health Sciences, brought together the research community to engage on the importance of impactful science.

22 Dec 2025 - 5 min read

News George Hull on winning a 2025 National University Teaching Award

Fresh from winning a 2025 National University Teaching Award, Assoc Prof George Hull speaks about his teaching philosophy, influences and innovation in the classroom.

22 Dec 2025 - 6 min read

Student fencer shines at Cape Open Alexandra Lancaster bagged a silver medal in the Cape Town National Fencing Open Tournament. 19 Dec 2025

Western Cape children face dual nutrition crisis UCT’s Emer Prof Marjanne Senekal has conducted research which found that young children face a double burden of malnutrition, with stunting and obesity occurring at worrying levels. 19 Dec 2025

Storytelling as a research skill UCT’s Knowledge Co-op hosted a workshop with knowledge translation specialist Renira Narrandes on how storytelling can make research clearer and more engaging. 18 Dec 2025

A legacy of data, justice and community Prof Murray Leibbrandt honoured the late Emeritus Professor Francis Wilson at SALDRU’s 50th anniversary, reflecting on his moral clarity, mentorship and enduring influence on South African inequality research. 18 Dec 2025

UCT students set the pace at Greenovate UCT students’ sustainable research and innovation earned them multiple top honours at this year's Greenovate Awards. 18 Dec 2025

Reflecting on research milestones at the Annual Research Celebration UCT’s research accomplishments and milestones were recently showcased at the Annual Research Celebration. 17 Dec 2025

A life of impact: UCT bids a warm farewell to Prof Murray Leibbrandt UCT’s SALDRU bid farewell to Prof Murray Leibbrandt, recognising his profound impact as a scholar, mentor and leader. 17 Dec 2025

Reflections on 50 years of data, facts and people SALDRU marked its 50th anniversary with an afternoon of reflection, a trip down memory lane, critique, and celebration. 17 Dec 2025

UCT invested in nurturing the next generation of researchers Building a diverse, inclusive and research-productive staff body is a strategic priority for UCT, supported through deliberate researcher development initiatives. 17 Dec 2025

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Embracing multilingualism for a transformed UCT

The MEP, OIC and RAG joined together to host the annual International Translation Day celebration, and recognise Deaf Awareness Month, on 26 September 2025.

The MEP, OIC and RAG joined together to host the annual International Translation Day celebration, and recognise Deaf Awareness Month, on 26 September 2025.

11 Nov 2025 - 6 min read

A rallying call for Africa’s urban future

The African Centre for Cities at UCT has launched a report that challenges Africa to rethink the future of its cities.

The African Centre for Cities at UCT has launched a report that challenges Africa to rethink the future of its cities.

10 Nov 2025 - 6 min read

UCT launches Centre for Wellbeing and Flourishing

It was all about the success of students and staff as UCT hosted the inaugural Wellbeing and Flourishing Conference to launch the Centre for Wellbeing and Flourishing.

It was all about the success of students and staff as UCT hosted the inaugural Wellbeing and Flourishing Conference to launch the Centre for Wellbeing and Flourishing.

23 Sep 2025 - 6 min read

UCT champions access and inclusivity in scholarship

UCT Libraries Press has produced another volume that emphasises the university’s commitment to inclusive knowledge sharing.

UCT Libraries Press has produced another volume that emphasises the university’s commitment to inclusive knowledge sharing.

23 Sep 2025 - 5 min read

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