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Completed whistleblowing investigations for 2025
I write to provide feedback on the whistleblowing cases received at the University of Cape Town (UCT) during 2025.
30 Jun 2026
Council statement on recent xenophobic incidents
The University of Cape Town (UCT) Council has noted with concern recent reports of xenophobic incidents and tensions in parts of South Africa. Such incidents are deeply troubling and stand in opposition to the values upheld by the university, including human dignity, inclusion, respect and social justice that underpin our constitutional democracy and our UCT community.
24 Jun 2026
Inaugural lecture by Professor De Vries and other updates
Read about the Inaugural lecture by Professor De Vries and other updates .
24 Jun 2026
UCT rowers selected for national camp
The University of Cape Town (UCT) student-athletes continue to make waves on a bigger stage beyond campus. It is with great pride that I share that four of our students have been selected to attend the first phase of the South African Coastal and Beach Sprint Rowing testing and selection camp, which is scheduled for KuGompo from 22 to 26 June 2026.
22 Jun 2026
UCT remains Africa’s leading university in QS rankings
I am delighted to share that the University of Cape Town (UCT) has once again been ranked the leading university in Africa in the latest QS World University Rankings 2027, released on 18 June 2026.
18 Jun 2026
Emeritus Professor Kathy Driver (1947–2026)
Emer Prof Kathy Driver passed away on13 June 2026 at the age of 79.
18 Jun 2026
Updated e-hailing access protocol on upper campus
Read about the new access protocol for e-hailing vehicles.
15 Jun 2026
Mlingani Matiwane (1996–2026)
The University of Cape Town (UCT) community and peers are deeply saddened by the passing of Mlingani Matiwane.
15 Jun 2026
In remembrance: Mx Mlingani Matiwane
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our student, Mx Mlingani Matiwane (29), on Saturday, 6 June 2026.
12 Jun 2026
In remembrance: Faheem Khan
It is with heartfelt sadness that we inform you of the passing of our colleague Faheem Khan (55), a handyperson at the Forest Hill Residence in the Student Housing and Residence Life section of the Department of Student Affairs.
11 Jun 2026
UCT’s nine finalists in sought-after SA “Science Oscars”
It gives me great pleasure to share that nine University of Cape Town (UCT) academics and research teams have been named among the finalists in the prestigious 2025/2026 National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF)-South32 Awards.
09 Jun 2026
Inaugural lecture by Professor Fischer and other updates
Professor Nico Fischer will present his inaugural lecture as part of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series on Tuesday, 9 June 2026. Read more about this and other updates.
03 Jun 2026
Mid-year examinations update
The University of Cape Town's (UCT) mid-year examinations commenced on Thursday, 28 May and will continue until Monday, 15 June 2026. To support students during this critical academic period, various departments have collaborated to put in place comprehensive logistical arrangements.
03 Jun 2026
Submit your annual declaration of interests form
As a requirement of the Higher Education Act, all University of Cape Town (UCT) staff members and members of university committees must make a full annual declaration of their financial interests and fiduciary roles and those of their immediate family members.
01 Jun 2026
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