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Inaugural lecture by Professor Mendelsohn and other updates The next lecture in the University of Cape Town (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series will be delivered by Professor Adam Mendelsohn on Wednesday, 29 April 2026. Read more about this and other recent developments on campus. 22 Apr 2026
Call for nominations: 2027 TB Davie Memorial Lecture The University of Cape Town (UCT) Academic Freedom Committee (AFC) invites staff and students to submit nominations for the 2027 TB Davie Memorial Lecture speaker. 21 Apr 2026
Student support services offered by SWS The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Student Wellness Service (SWS) in the Department of Student Affairs (DSA) offers primary healthcare and wellness services to support students’ physical, mental and emotional well-being. These services are available to students throughout the academic year. 20 Apr 2026
UCT to commemorate fifth anniversary of Jagger fire The University of Cape Town (UCT) will commemorate the fifth anniversary of the devastating fire of 18 April 2021, which significantly impacted the Jagger Library and several other campus buildings. 17 Apr 2026
Two Oceans Marathon and its impact on UCT The annual Two Oceans Marathon will take place from Friday, 10 April, to Sunday, 12 April 2026, with various road closures planned in the vicinity of the University of Cape Town (UCT). In addition, the finish line for the ultra and half marathons will be located on UCT’s Green Mile, on upper campus. 09 Apr 2026
Inaugural lecture by Professor Green-Thompson and other updates Inaugural lecture by Professor Green-Thompson and other updates 01 Apr 2026
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