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Upcoming UCT inaugural lectures: May 2026
Professor Mosa Moshabela invites colleagues and students to the next three inaugural lectures at the University of Cape Town (UCT), to be hosted during May 2026. These will be presented by Professors Sheetal Silal, Kasturi Behari-Leak and Ryan Nefdt.
30 Apr 2026
Participate in a global survey on AI in higher education
Artificial intelligence is reshaping higher education at a pace that makes reliable, evidence-based data more important than ever. Understanding how students and staff are engaging with AI – across institutions and regions – helps us respond thoughtfully, set sound policy and build the support structures our community needs.
30 Apr 2026
Feedback from recent Council meetings
Council remains encouraged by the university’s overall stability and the progress made across core areas. We thank all members of the UCT community for their ongoing contributions and commitment, which have helped advance our shared vision for the university.
30 Apr 2026
UCT Council
CHE update on COVID-19 concession for distance mode
The Council on Higher Education (CHE) has issued a new communique (April 2026) confirming the implementation of the themed review on modes of learning and teaching provision, and the conclusion of the COVID-19 era concession on delivery modes.
22 Apr 2026
Congratulations to Ikey Tigers Young Guns
It fills me with immense pride and great excitement as I write to extend my warmest congratulations to the University of Cape Town (UCT) Ikeys Young Guns for their outstanding 42–29 victory over the University of Free State Young Guns in the FNB Varsity Cup Young Guns final.
16 Apr 2026