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In Remembrance: Brian Warner
It is with profound sadness that we write to inform you of the passing of our colleague, Brian Warner (83).
10 May 2023
Update on senior leadership roles
Emer Prof Daya Reddy writes to the UCT community with an update on senior leadership roles.
09 May 2023
In Remembrance: Galiek Dilika
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our colleague, Mr Galiek Dilika (62).
08 May 2023
Upcoming UCT Inaugural Lecture and other updates
The University of Cape Town (UCT) will host the second lecture in the reconfigured UCT Inaugural Lecture series on Wednesday, 10 May 2023.
05 May 2023
Brian Warner (1939–2023)
Brian Warner, senior scholar and emeritus Distinguished Professor in the Department of Astronomy at UCT, died peacefully at home on 5 May 2023 at the age of 83.
05 May 2023
Owen A M Lewis (1931–2022): Distinguished teacher, excellent supervisor and UCT Fellow
Emeritus Professor Owen Lewis was a distinguished teacher, excellent supervisor and UCT Fellow.
30 May 2022
UCT will not tolerate behaviour not aligned to our values and vision
Chair of UCT Council, Babalwa Ngonyama, writes to the UCT community in response to reports about allegations of sexual offences linked to the University of Cape Town (UCT) and to persons associated with the university.
24 May 2022
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In remembrance: Cynthia O’Connor
The UCT Executive team writes to the UCT community about the passing of Ms Cynthia Hilary O’Connor (55).
24 May 2022
In remembrance: Tembekile Sibali
The UCT Executive team writes to the UCT community about the passing of Mr Tembekile Sibali (60).
23 May 2022
Khusela Ikamva Sustainable Campus Project
At its meeting in March, the UCT Council decided to support the Khusela Ikamva (Secure the Future) Sustainable Campus Project.
23 May 2022
Celebrating Africa Month and other updates
The University of Cape Town (UCT) is hosting several events to commemorate Africa Month.
20 May 2022
Student support services available through SWS
As the examinations are approaching, Student Wellness Service (SWS) reminds you of the available health support services.
18 May 2022
Nominations for the 2022 UCT Open Textbook Award
Acting DVC Prof Harsha Kathard writes to UCT staff calling for nominations for the 2022 UCT Open Textbook Award.
13 May 2022
In remembrance: Zanethemba Mpumelelo Mapundu
The UCT Executive team writes to the UCT community about the passing of Mr Zanethemba Mpumelelo Mapundu (32).
12 May 2022
Africa Month events and other updates
The Africa Month public lecture which was scheduled for Thursday, 12 May 2022 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 17 May 2022.
11 May 2022
Khusela Ikamva Sustainability Campus Project
Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng writes to UCT staff about the Khusela Ikamva (Secure the Future) Sustainable Campus Project.
10 May 2022
Vice-Chancellor’s Inaugural Lecture: Professor Abimbola Windapo
Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng writes to the UCT community about the Inaugural Lecture that will be delivered by Professor Abimbola Windapo.
09 May 2022
In remembrance: Adri Winkler
The UCT Executive team writes to the UCT community about the passing of Ms Adri Winkler (63).
09 May 2022
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