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African MBA students pursuing positive global change
Social impact and innovation are increasingly becoming priorities for MBA students seeking to equip themselves with skills to bring their ideas to life, especially in Africa.
31 Aug 2018
Advancing the science of measurement
The pioneering Metrological and Applied Sciences University Research Unit at UCT will be critical in helping determine new standards for current and mass in South Africa.
31 Aug 2018
Agroecology key to food security in developing countries
Smallholder agriculture in emerging economies offers a vital blueprint for alternative solutions to current intensive farming practices that are threatening the environment.
31 Aug 2018
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MeerKAT Award for UCT Chair of Astronomy
Professor Renee Kraan-Korteweg has been lauded at the SA Women in Science Awards 2018 for distinguishing herself in the advancement of the science of radio astronomy.
30 Aug 2018
Canoe polo star competes in Belgium
UCT business science student Tristan Drummond recently represented South Africa at two international canoe polo tournaments in Belgium.
30 Aug 2018
Student developers creating societal solutions
A new club for students who want to improve their web and app development skills, while also working to create solutions to societal concerns, has been launched at UCT.
29 Aug 2018
Speaking with two hands and all 10 fingers
Two hands and 10 fingers are all it takes to learn a new language that’s inclusive and transforming, staff on a Signing pilot course discovered.
29 Aug 2018
So long, but not goodbye
After five years as dean of UCTʼs Centre for Higher Education Development, Associate Professor Suellen Shay is stepping down, but isnʼt moving too far away.
28 Aug 2018
Project to protect workers in digital gig economy
The digital gig economy operates mostly in unregulated ways; bad news for the protection of workers’ rights. But a new research project aims to change that.
28 Aug 2018
ICA’s celebration of live art
Audiences can expect to be challenged, inspired and educated during this year’s ICA Live Art Festival, which runs from 1 to 16 September.
27 Aug 2018
UCT MOOCs make international impact
UCT’s free online courses are making waves internationally, with six MOOCs named among the highest-rated options from 800 universities across the globe.
27 Aug 2018
Water outlook: what next for Cape Town?
World Water Week 2018 is an appropriate time to reflect on the current and future use of precious water resources, says UCT water expert Dr Kevin Winter.
27 Aug 2018
Moving towards a water-sensitive campus
With water-saving interventions still top priority in the Western Cape, the Green Campus Initiative and Future Water have hosted a forum examining UCTʼs policies and progress.
23 Aug 2018
Retention of young African scientists critical
Lack of mentoring, resources and funding are the key factors driving the exodus of young African scientists seeking better research opportunities.
22 Aug 2018
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Classical music festival celebrates SACM talent
Seven of the talented young classical musicians who will perform at the Western Cape Youth Music Festival are students at UCTʼs College of Music.
22 Aug 2018
mGenAfrica: sparking interest in careers in genomics
A new platform designed to get high school learners excited about genomics and other life sciences is putting the fun back into learning.
22 Aug 2018
UCT oceanographer joins South African Young Academy of Science
UCT oceanographer Dr Sarah Fawcett has been elected to the South African Young Academy of Science.
22 Aug 2018
Queen’s Young Leader Awards for UCT duo
South Africa’s sole Queen’s Young Leader awardees for 2018 are UCT students Siposetu Mbuli and Thamsanqa Hoza, who visited Buckingham Palace to receive their honours.
21 Aug 2018
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