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Mapping future climate pathways in sub-Saharan Africa
UCT is working to create “safe spaces” for the co-production of climate knowledge that supports poverty and inequality reduction efforts, without relying on non-renewable energy sources.
28 Feb 2019
UCT back in top 10 for development studies
UCT has moved up two places in the 2019 QS World University Rankings by Subject, to reclaim its position in the top 10.
28 Feb 2019
Austrian honour for renowned UCT heart surgeon
Austria’s highest national honour has been conferred on renowned heart surgeon Professor Peter Zilla, head of UCT’s Chris Barnard Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
27 Feb 2019
Leaders must resist the nhunzi
UCT students attending the Klaus-Jürgen Bathe Leadership Programme induction dinner last week were urged to avoid distractions and to rather focus on taking the country forward.
27 Feb 2019
Art, science and psyche meet at UCT
Pieces from Melancholia, the latest body of work by artist Natasja de Wet, will go on show at UCT from 9 to 30 March.
27 Feb 2019
UCT launches Aerobiology TB Research Facility in Masiphumelele
The cutting-edge Aerobiology TB Research Facility was opened by VC Prof Mamokgethi Phakeng on 20 February 2019.
26 Feb 2019
Pioneering climate-change curricula in southern Africa
UCT’s African Climate and Development Initiative is pioneering a new curriculum for climate change and sustainable development studies in southern Africa.
26 Feb 2019
SS Mendi: ‘Our story, our tragedy’
The SS Mendi tragedy offers the chance to learn from past mistakes, UCT’s VC said at the memorial for the men who died so far from home.
26 Feb 2019
African partnership for climate resilience
UCT is set to strengthen Africa’s voice in the climate-change discussion, while also enhancing delivery on its climate and development agenda.
25 Feb 2019
SOS for SA bee research
Annalie Melin and Jonathan Colville of UCT’s Faculty of Science have dedicated their research paper to reviewing South Africa’s bee fauna.
25 Feb 2019
Teaching and learning in the news
Teaching and learning are key components of the university’s work.
25 Feb 2019
Why Africa’s smallest raptor has helpers to raise its chicks
Pygmy falcon pairs with more offspring have a better chance of raising healthy chicks when they form groups with helpers.
25 Feb 2019
Zabalaza Theatre Festival 2019
The Baxter’s Zabalaza Theatre Festival returns for its ninth edition, from 8 to 16 March, promising entertainment for the whole family.
22 Feb 2019
Pioneering ‘new science’ in Masiphumelele
A new research facility in Masiphumelele will better enable clinicians and scientists to understand the transmission of tuberculosis.
22 Feb 2019
Changing face of UCT infrastructure
A new 500-bed residence, an education building and a redeveloped North Bus Stop are among seven new developments in the pipeline to meet UCT’s needs to 2035.
22 Feb 2019
Boosting SA’s climate change readiness
UCT scientists have partnered with Wits to support South Africa’s efforts to prepare the country for extreme weather events.
22 Feb 2019
More secure, sustainable power for SA
There’s room for optimism that the Eskom shake-up will boost investment from the private sector, banks and development partners, all critical for the power giant’s sustainability.
22 Feb 2019
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President lays wreath at SS Mendi Memorial
President Cyril Ramaphosa has laid a wreath at UCT’s SS Mendi Memorial in honour of the South African soldiers who died when the ship sank in 1917.
21 Feb 2019
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