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UCT GSB’s EMBA programme among the world’s best The EMBA programme’s latest ranking cements its status as a benchmark for business education on the continent and in the Middle East. 30 Apr 2026

UCT contributes African views at global higher education summit UCT’s growing international visibility and influence through strategic global engagements was on display at the U7+ Alliance of World Universities Presidential Summit. 29 Apr 2026

Climate change hits South African women unevenly Women are more vulnerable to climate change if their opportunities are limited and if they’ve suffered as a result of economic structures that concentrate wealth and resources in the hands of a few. 29 Apr 2026 Republished

3D-printed concrete – a step towards solving SA’s social housing crisis Nabeela Essa’s MPhil in Inclusive Innovation explored whether technologies like 3D-printed concrete can be adapted for South Africa’s social housing context. 28 Apr 2026

UCT launches world-class Liver Centre SA The centre is the first coordinated liver care model of its kind in the country. 22 Apr 2026

UCT researchers uncover molecular ‘switch’ that fuels cancer progression Researchers UCT’s Scientific Computing Research Unit have uncovered a critical molecular ‘switch’ that drives the formation of cancer-associated antigens. 22 Apr 2026

UCT research maps Western Cape’s transition to clean transport New research by UCT academics is paving the way for a Western Cape-relevant transition from fossil fuels to electric transport. 22 Apr 2026

Music offers vital support for maternal mental health A UCT-led research study demonstrates the value of music when it comes to supporting women during pregnancy and after birth. 22 Apr 2026

Study finds more than 40% of Capetonians at risk from high air pollution A study has produced the first high-resolution map of air pollution risk across the Cape Town metropolitan area, revealing that more than 40% of the city's population is exposed to high or very high levels of air pollution. 21 Apr 2026

Insights into needs of youth exiting care homes An international collaboration between UCT’s Children’s Institute and Queen’s University Belfast has explored the lived experiences of youth exiting alternative care and their needs for a bright, fulfilling future. 20 Apr 2026

Newly accredited music degree opens pathways for creative artists UCT’s DMus degree recognises composition, the practice of music and performance as academic research – offering musicians space to pursue doctoral study in South Africa. 16 Apr 2026

South Africa’s illicit cigarette trade is booming The use of illicit cigarettes is highest among low-income earners. 16 Apr 2026

Student innovators triumph at health systems hackathon This year’s health systems winning hackathon solution is a patient-facing mobile app that helps individuals manage all their chronic conditions and medication in one place. 15 Apr 2026

UCT researchers join multi-million-pound fungal fight UCT researchers are playing a leading role in a major international collaboration to improve understanding of fungal diseases. 14 Apr 2026

Multi-million-rand grant to fast-track heart valve research The research grant will support the expansion of UCT’s synthetic-leaflet heart valve platform for patients with rheumatic heart valve disease. 10 Apr 2026

Practise the spirt of ubuntu to achieve social accountability During his inaugural lecture, Prof Lionel Green-Thompson’s audience heard that practising the spirt of ubuntu leads to social accountability in healthcare. 09 Apr 2026

Research shines a spotlight on the language gap in higher education UCT alumna Dr Naledi Maponopono has conducted a study on how multilingualism is often implemented unevenly and often superficially at higher education institutions. 09 Apr 2026

Innovative, expandable: Smart School Shoes ‘The school shoes of the future’ are here, created by three UCT graduates: Charnè Verster, Kelly O’Sullivan and Cindy McKenzie. 08 Apr 2026

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