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Farewell to Professor Loretta Feris Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng writes to the UCT community to bid farewell to DVC for Transformation, Professor Loretta Feris. 31 Mar 2021
Commemorating COVID-19 anniversary and other updates 31 Mar 2021
Bongani Mayosi medical prize winner vows to lift others as she rises University of Cape Town (UCT) alumnus Dr Peace Francis has won the 2020 Bongani Mayosi Medical Students Academic Prize. The prestigious national award recognises final-year medical students who epitomise the leadership qualities and values of the late UCT Dean of Health Sciences, Professor Bongani Mayosi. Among these is the saying “Lift as you rise”. 31 Mar 2021
Study details first description of white sharks interacting with seals at Langebaanweg A new study recently published in the South African Journal of Science has found that white sharks began feeding on seal carcasses five million years ago at Langebaanweg. This is also the first description of white sharks feeding on seals from South Africa’s geological past . 31 Mar 2021
UCT student trio named among young global leaders Three UCT students have been selected for the global Next Generation Leaders programme, designed to harness diverse and ethical approaches to civic engagement and activism. 31 Mar 2021
In remembrance: Nyanisi Precious Hlongwane The UCT Executive team writes to the UCT community about the passing of Nyanisi Precious Hlongwane (20). 31 Mar 2021
Inaugural Lecture: Professor Isabelle Ansorge Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng writes to the UCT community about the Inaugural Lecture that will be delivered by Professor Isabelle Ansorge. 31 Mar 2021
Top marks for interdisciplinary and collaborative approach Thanks to an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach, Tobie Steyn and Tyler Kantor’s research paper was one of the best in their year. 31 Mar 2021
UCT statement on claims by former GSB lecturer The University of Cape Town (UCT) has taken note of recent statements made by Mr Athol Williams in the media and at the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. 30 Mar 2021
Manta rays’ intelligence may be attributed to the ‘devil fish’ horns Based on brain-to-body size ratio, manta rays could be considered the most intelligent fish species in the ocean. But does their behaviour confirm this physiological hypothesis? 30 Mar 2021
Rhodes Must Fall Scholarship Fund and annual lecture Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng writes to the UCT community about the RMF Scholarship Fund and annual lecture. 30 Mar 2021
Rhodes Must Fall Scholarship Fund and annual lecture Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng writes to the UCT community about the RMF Scholarship Fund and annual lecture. 30 Mar 2021
Magda Wierzycka kicks off full InvestSoc programme UCT alumnus and businesswoman Magda Wierzycka, one of Africa’s 50 most powerful women, kicked off UCT InvestSoc’s packed annual programme of events. 30 Mar 2021
COVID-19 data disclosure to the National Department of Health COO Dr Reno Morar writes to the UCT community about the required COVID-19 data disclosure to the National Department of Health. 30 Mar 2021
Bongani Mayosi medical prize winner vows to lift others as she rises Dr Peace Francis has won the 2020 Bongani Mayosi Medical Students Academic Prize, awarded to final-year medical students who epitomise the late professor’s values and leadership. 30 Mar 2021
UCT’s approach to responsible investment The UCT Council has approved a proposed responsible and sustainable investment policy for the approach to be taken with regard to the universityʼs financial endowments. 30 Mar 2021
Annual lecture launched in honour of Uyinene Mrwetyana On Monday, UCT alumnus and HSRC chief research specialist Dr Alude Mahali delivered the keynote address at the inaugural Uyinene Mrwetyana Commemorative Lecture. 29 Mar 2021
From campus cleaner to master of UCT’s administrative historical records After 18 years as the UCT archivist, Lionel Smidt said that the archives are his happy place. 29 Mar 2021
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