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Fracking: the need for monitoring and legislation Emeritus Professor Cyril O’Connor recently presented to Parliament the outcomes of an investigation into the readiness of South Africa to commence fracking. 30 Nov 2017
How the world needs to change as regions get drier In collaboration with partner organisations in Africa and India, UCT researchers have identified four types of change needed for adapting to increasing water scarcity. 29 Nov 2017 Republished
‘Your body is just your coat’ Steven Williams was a fireman with years of stories to tell. He couldn’t stop giving, people said. He still does, teaching medical students about anatomy. 29 Nov 2017
Innovative finance MOOC seeks to address social issues UCT’s new free online course, Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world, offers individuals and organisations the financial tools to tackle social issues. 29 Nov 2017
UCT home to SA’s most publicly visible scientists UCT has the most publicly visible scientists in South Africa, writes PhD researcher Marina Joubert in a study published in the South African Journal of Science. 29 Nov 2017
Invest in children for sustainable development The South African Child Gauge 2017, which was released today, explores what the country’s children need to not only survive but also to thrive. 28 Nov 2017
UCT remains top African university in BRICS UCT retains its position as the top university in the country and on the continent in the Quacquarelli Symonds BRICS University Rankings 2018. 27 Nov 2017
Fogarty HIV-TB training programme for UCT The Fogarty HIV-associated Tuberculosis Training Program has been established at UCT, in partnership with Johns Hopkins University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the US. 27 Nov 2017
Mr South Africa launches new book UCT alumnus, sports scientist and reigning Mr South Africa, Dr Habib Noorbhai, is launching his first book, Heart, a guide to inspire people to live empowered, socially conscious lives. 24 Nov 2017
Groundswell against nuclear in South Africa could put paid to a power deal The anti-nuclear lobby is no longer confined to environmentalists. Large sections of civil society, business, academia and even sections of government have come out against it. 24 Nov 2017 Republished
Children: the key to SA’s social and economic transformation If the country is serious about sustainable development, the potential of its children needs to be unlocked by prioritising investment in five key areas. 24 Nov 2017
SHAWCO: celebrating 75 years of service SHAWCO is turning 75 and aims to raise R75 million to ensure the continued provision of healthcare, education and development services to the community. 23 Nov 2017
Three decades on, stigma still stymies HIV prevention and treatment There have been great strides and many important victories in the fight against HIV, but real and perceived stigma can undermine all these efforts. 23 Nov 2017 Republished
Cryptocurrencies: the need for regulation The complexities around the regulation of cryptocurrencies, and the constraints faced by regulators, came under the spotlight at a recent AIFMRM panel discussion. 23 Nov 2017
Balancing safety with shark conservation A recent study by a UCT PhD student shows that the Shark Spotters programme has been effective in decreasing negative shark–human encounters. 22 Nov 2017
Why a proper record of birds in Africa is so important - for Europe The greatest need for ornithological research that’s relevant to conservation is an understanding of where European birds migrate to when they head off to Africa. 22 Nov 2017 Republished
Africa must keep its rich, valuable data safe from exploitation There’s a data revolution underway in Africa. It’s being driven by major international research collaborations like the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project. 22 Nov 2017 Republished
McIntyre’s final plea to health minister Professor Di McIntyre, a legend in health economics circles, made a final plea to Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi in her valedictory lecture. 22 Nov 2017
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