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New UCT study shows that coal sector is in a state of crisis
A new University of Cape Town (UCT) study into the coal transition in South Africa has revealed that the country's coal sector, both coal mining and coal-fired electricity, is in a state of crisis. Rising input costs and energy insecurity have made coal increasingly less competitive for electricity generation and could place thousands of jobs at risk.
05 Sep 2018
UCT academic bags special national award for outstanding contribution to science in South Africa
Professor Renee Kraan-Korteweg flew the flag with distinction for the University of Cape Town (UCT) when she won the Minister's Special Award at the South African Women in Science Awards (SAWISA) 2018. Each year the national Department of Science and Technology honours women who make a significant contribution to science and research.
04 Sep 2018
Mental illness and economic factors linked to violence against pregnant women in low-income settings - UCT study
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in South Africa is a silent public health epidemic and is often referred to as the
03 Sep 2018
UCT study finds cigarettes market increasing in Africa
A study conducted by the University of Cape Town's Economics of Tobacco Control Project (ETCP), titled Trends in cigarette demand and supply in Africa, has found that Africa has become a prime target for tobacco companies that now see it as a major destination for tobacco production and consumption.
29 Aug 2018
UCT statement on current NSFAS challenges and student hunger on campus
The University of Cape Town welcomes last week's announcement by the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Naledi Pandor, on the appointment of Dr Randall Carolissen as the administrator for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
22 Aug 2018
UCT artworks committee to host an exhibition
The University of Cape Town's Works of Art Committee (WOAC) will host an exhibition titled
22 Aug 2018
New platform promoting science and technology fields to high school learners launching at UCT
It has been widely accepted that skills in the science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) fields are the way of the future with the fourth industrial revolution upon us. However, South Africa still lags behind in this field, reporting some of the lowest levels of mathematics and science education in the world.
17 Aug 2018
UCT to swiftly intervene in workers issues
The University of Cape Town executive is working on swiftly dealing with issues raised through a picket by catering staff workers on Friday morning.
17 Aug 2018
UCT takes formal steps following unacceptable Facebook post
The University of Cape Town (UCT) became aware this morning of the social media post made by a UCT staff member on his personal Facebook page. This post was shared with several people and soon attracted a negative reaction from different quarters on social media..
14 Aug 2018
Local and international industry heavyweights to engage with UCT students at biggest job expo to date
The University of Cape Town (UCT) will host its biggest ever Epic Job Expo, offering students a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to engage with 100 potential employers, get professional help with curriculum vitaes and be inspired by TED-style talks with industry leaders.
06 Aug 2018
Study finds deep blue boron-bearing diamonds on rock recycling route
A new study by University of Cape Town (UCT) geologist, Professor Steve Richardson, and his international peers has revealed that blue diamonds are a
03 Aug 2018
UCT statement on students' mental health
The University of Cape Town takes student mental health concerns very seriously and as such frequently promotes and communicates about the work of the Student Wellness Service (SWS) which offers counselling services, among other health and wellness services.
31 Jul 2018
UCT students win international financial maths challenge
University of Cape Town (UCT) master's in Mathematical Finance students, Cole van Jaarsveld and Bandile Mbele, have helped their international team clinch a coveted trophy at the annual Financial Mathematics Team Challenge (FMTC).
27 Jul 2018
UCT researchers pioneering research into hearing impairments in sub-Saharan Africa
University of Cape Town (UCT) academics in partnership with their counterparts in Cameroon, Ghana and Mali are working on genomic research which aims to find the genes that cause hearing impairment in people from Africa and to better understand how these genes affect hearing in African populations.
26 Jul 2018
Launch of the Metrological and Applied Sciences University Research Unit
The University of Cape Town (UCT) invites members of the media to the launch of the Metrological and Applied Sciences University Research Unit (MeASURe) which has recently been established within the Department of Physics at UCT.
13 Jul 2018
UCT and partners develop test that diagnoses TB Meningitis within 2 hours
The University of Cape Town, in partnership with Antrum Biotech, have developed a new rapid test that is able to diagnose TB meningitis - a major cause of death in Southern Africa - within 2 hours. The test is currently undergoing validation to enter the global market.
12 Jul 2018
UCT student builds app to make buying and selling textbooks cheaper and easier
For many students new textbooks are excessively expensive, while second-hand books can be hard to find. University of Cape Town (UCT) student Tamir Shklaz is making the process easier and more convenient with his digital platform Quillo, which connects buyers and sellers of second-hand university textbooks.
05 Jul 2018
UCT economists develop income comparison tool to help people understand inequality
South Africa is known for having the highest income inequality in the world. This is talked about a lot, but the country doesn't appear to be any closer to finding a solution. If anything, because inequality is such a big part of people's lived reality every minute of every day, some of its most distinctive features appear to have been internalised and normalised in society.
05 Jul 2018
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