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Fracking: the need for monitoring and legislation Emeritus Professor Cyril O’Connor recently presented to Parliament the outcomes of an investigation into the readiness of South Africa to commence fracking. 30 Nov 2017
How the world needs to change as regions get drier In collaboration with partner organisations in Africa and India, UCT researchers have identified four types of change needed for adapting to increasing water scarcity. 29 Nov 2017 Republished
‘Your body is just your coat’ Steven Williams was a fireman with years of stories to tell. He couldn’t stop giving, people said. He still does, teaching medical students about anatomy. 29 Nov 2017
Innovative finance MOOC seeks to address social issues UCT’s new free online course, Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world, offers individuals and organisations the financial tools to tackle social issues. 29 Nov 2017
Universities SA expresses concern over cuts to funding for research development Universities SA decries the Department of Science and Technology’s decision to slash funding for its 26 universities which will heavily impact research. 29 Nov 2017 Republished
50th anniversary of the first human heart transplant This weekend UCT celebrates the 50th anniversary of the world’s first human heart transplant, which took place at Groote Schuur Hospital. 29 Nov 2017
UCT home to SA’s most publicly visible scientists UCT has the most publicly visible scientists in South Africa, writes PhD researcher Marina Joubert in a study published in the South African Journal of Science. 29 Nov 2017
Invest in children for sustainable development The South African Child Gauge 2017, which was released today, explores what the country’s children need to not only survive but also to thrive. 28 Nov 2017
UCT remains top African university in BRICS UCT retains its position as the top university in the country and on the continent in the Quacquarelli Symonds BRICS University Rankings 2018. 27 Nov 2017
Fogarty HIV-TB training programme for UCT The Fogarty HIV-associated Tuberculosis Training Program has been established at UCT, in partnership with Johns Hopkins University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the US. 27 Nov 2017
Fish stock assessment The annual International Stock Assessment review workshop will be taking place at the University of Cape Town from 27 November to 1 December. 27 Nov 2017
CHE’s challenge an opportunity not a crisis for UCT Law Faculty Media reports about the Council of Higher Education (CHE) review process have given the impression that the University of Cape Town is in peril of losing accreditation for the LLB degree. This conclusion is misleading and alarmist. It overlooks the importance of the relationship between universities and the CHE in ensuring that South African law faculties maintain high standards. 24 Nov 2017 Opinion
Mr South Africa launches new book UCT alumnus, sports scientist and reigning Mr South Africa, Dr Habib Noorbhai, is launching his first book, Heart, a guide to inspire people to live empowered, socially conscious lives. 24 Nov 2017
Groundswell against nuclear in South Africa could put paid to a power deal The anti-nuclear lobby is no longer confined to environmentalists. Large sections of civil society, business, academia and even sections of government have come out against it. 24 Nov 2017 Republished
Children: the key to SA’s social and economic transformation If the country is serious about sustainable development, the potential of its children needs to be unlocked by prioritising investment in five key areas. 24 Nov 2017
SHAWCO: celebrating 75 years of service SHAWCO is turning 75 and aims to raise R75 million to ensure the continued provision of healthcare, education and development services to the community. 23 Nov 2017
Three decades on, stigma still stymies HIV prevention and treatment There have been great strides and many important victories in the fight against HIV, but real and perceived stigma can undermine all these efforts. 23 Nov 2017 Republished
Statement by civil society organisations on the integrity of the budget process 23 Nov 2017 Republished
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