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The hidden power shaping our digital lives Prof Tanja Bosch, SARChI Chair in Digital Media Sociology and a professor in UCT’s Centre for Film and Media Studies, delivered their inaugural lecture on 29 July. 31 Jul 2026

UCT researchers unlock butterfly lily's genetic secret The inner genetic secrets of how the flowers of butterfly lilies break left-right symmetry have been revealed for the first time in a paper published in the prestigious journal ‘Science’. 31 Jul 2026

From discovery to impact: UCT showcase reimagines the postdoctoral journey The University of Cape Town’s (UCT)’s recent Postdoctoral Research Showcase highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration and practical applications of "real-world" research while affirming the postdoctoral identity through professional development. 30 Jul 2026

Unscrambling South African AI business limitations Founder of NowNow, Lars Gumede, said the business represents the next stage in the artificial intelligence chain: the application layer. 30 Jul 2026

Asymptomatic TB: A hidden challenge for TB control UCT researchers have published new findings that challenge current approaches to TB detection and control in South Africa. 30 Jul 2026

Rethinking water and waste The fifth instalment of UCT’S Collective Conversations on Science for Society was held on Monday, 27 July. 29 Jul 2026

UCT academic to represent SA at World Tennis Masters Championships Dr Zamambo Mkhize has been selected to represent South Africa at the World Tennis Masters Tour World Championships in Lisbon, Portugal. 29 Jul 2026

And the ‘Science Oscar’ goes to? Prof Sudesh Sivarasu and the Cube Analysis and Rendering Tool for Astronomy team came out on top at the 2025/2026 NSTF-South32 Awards. 29 Jul 2026

Brown skuas coastward shift puzzles scientists Researchers have discovered that the breeding distribution of brown skuas has shifted in the opposite direction. 28 Jul 2026

Better parenting starts with knowing what works Governments and NGOs are increasingly using parenting support programmes as part of efforts to reduce violence against children and improve adolescent wellbeing. 28 Jul 2026 Republished

‘Africa’s future lies in agriculture’ UCT’s Environmental Humanities South zoomed in on agricultural engineer Amílcar Cabral's impact on soil science in Africa on the last day of their African Environmentalism of Soil webinar. 27 Jul 2026

Clinicians warn of dangers linked to pre-workout supplements The case illustrates how easily consumers may unknowingly ingest potentially harmful amounts of stimulants. 27 Jul 2026

Professors Dave and Wearne’s real measure of success Professor Joel Dave and Professor Nicola Wearne delivered their joint inaugural lecture on Thursday, 23 July. 27 Jul 2026

Winelands learners win top research prize in Ireland Two teenagers who are members of the Youth Research Advisory Group linked to the South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative at UCT have won a global accolade. 24 Jul 2026

How a Deaf student experienced real inclusion at UCT As the country celebrated three years since the South African Sign Language was enacted into law, UCT’s Disability Service has upped the ante on making local and international students and staff feel at home. 24 Jul 2026

Why preventing fraud is essential to consumer confidence UCT alumni are working to stop financial scams in real time with a proactive solution: Orca Fraud. 23 Jul 2026

Professor Rob Simmonds (1966–2026) Prof Rob Simmonds passed away on 4 July 2026 at the age of 60. 22 Jul 2026

An ode to The Baxter by Isaac van der Merwe UCT student Isaac van der Merwe’s piano recital was his way of celebrating a venue that continues to shape him: The Baxter Theatre. 22 Jul 2026

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