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Recognising and celebrating the achievements of UCT’s communication and marketing specialists The MACE Excellence Awards recently honoured the world-class achievements of UCT’s Communication and Marketing Department, who collectively walked away with nine awards. 11 Dec 2024
Govt must work with civil society to make our communities safer for women, kids As we observe 16 days of activism to end violence against women and children, we ask if SA can deliver on its promises. And if fulfilled, will these pledges be enough to end violence? 11 Dec 2024
A gendered epidemic: addressing the intersection of HIV, women, and child health In the wake of World AIDS Day on 1 December and at the conclusion of the 16 Days of Activism against women and child abuse we shine a light on the relationship between the HIV pandemic and gender.  11 Dec 2024
End-of-year support service by SWS The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Student Wellness Service (SWS) will continue providing services leading to and during the festive period to support students in effectively accessing health services as and when needed. 11 Dec 2024
Important update: New Research Misconduct Policy effective 1 March 2025 The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) revised and Council-approved Policy for Breach of Research Ethics Codes and Allegations of Misconduct in Research informally known as the Research Misconduct Policy. 11 Dec 2024
The role of healthcare professionals in tackling the root causes of violence Violence is a scourge in South Africa. In his inaugural lecture, Prof Sithombo Maqungo asks what the role of the clinician is in tackling its root causes. 10 Dec 2024
In remembrance: Mr Lindani Mahlentle It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our colleague, Mr Lindani Mahlentle (41). 09 Dec 2024
Important update: Research Finance Gate rollout I am excited to provide an update on the Research Finance Gate (RFG), an essential tool within the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) research management support toolkit. 09 Dec 2024
Symposium sparks dialogue on national inclusive employment The Inclusive Practices Africa Symposium, held on 28 and 29 November, brought together thought leaders, academics, policy makers, and disability advocates. 09 Dec 2024
UCT and MeerKAT make giant strides in unveiling mysteries of the universe The ground-breaking MeerKAT Pulsar Timing Array Project’s findings are published in the Monthly Notice of the Royal Astronomical Society. 06 Dec 2024
UCT’s Division of Disability Studies celebrates 21 years The Division of Disability Studies celebrated its 21st anniversary on Wednesday, 3 December. 05 Dec 2024
UCT MBA students win global innovation competition UCT Graduate School of Business students secured first place in the prestigious Geneva Challenge 2024 with an innovative youth empowerment project. 05 Dec 2024
Invitation: Support UCT’s QS Reputation Rankings Annually, the University of Cape Town (UCT) is presented with the chance to nominate academic peers and employers of our graduates for inclusion in the reputation survey that is an integral part of the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings (WUR). 04 Dec 2024
UCT Summer School 2025 and other updates The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Centre for Extra-Mural Studies will host the 2025 Summer School from Monday, 20 January 2025 to Saturday, 1 February 2025. 04 Dec 2024
Understanding why HIV-exposed infants may be prone to infections A recent study has revealed possible reasons why babies exposed to HIV in the womb, but are not infected, face higher risks of infections. 04 Dec 2024
Google PhD Fellowship: AI, telementoring and a storied story UCT’s Prosper Magara’s AI and telementoring research has earned him the coveted Google PhD Fellowship. 04 Dec 2024
Brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils A study led by UCT has revealed a brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils. 04 Dec 2024
Celebrating excellence at the annual UCT Staff Awards 03 Dec 2024
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