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Trevor Manuel delivers second annual Francis Wilson Memorial Lecture
Former Finance Minister Trevor Manuel was the guest speaker at an annual event that honours the work of UCT economic researcher and data specialist Prof Francis Wilson.
19 Apr 2024
Apply now for The Pitch UCT
Applications for The Pitch UCT are officially open.
17 Apr 2024
Straight as an arrow: The intricacies of archery
Archery is more than a bow and arrow, according to chairperson of the UCT code, Monde Zwane.
17 Apr 2024
Biopharming research unit to host international farming conference
UCT’s Biopharming Research Unit is gearing up to host the International Society for Plant Molecular Farming conference in May.
16 Apr 2024
Shaping African science and society
UCT SARChI chairs have developed a local ecosystem of knowledge and capacity that drives scientific innovation and economic growth.
16 Apr 2024
QS rankings place four UCT subjects in the top 100
UCT ranked 15th in the world for Development Studies and is among the top 100 institutions in a further three subjects.
12 Apr 2024
Securing a sustainable future through resource efficiency, minerals and metals
These SARChI chairs deliver on UCT’s vision of excellence in emerging areas of research, and help pave the way to a sustainable future.
10 Apr 2024
Moments of triumph at UCT’s March 2024 Graduation celebration
Experience the heart-warming celebration of academic excellence at the University of Cape Town’s March 2024 graduation.
09 Apr 2024
Spirit of graduation on full display at Sarah Baartman Hall
Close to 5 000 students were awarded University of Cape Town (UCT) qualifications during graduation ceremonies held between Saturday, 23 March, and Thursday, 28 March 2024.
09 Apr 2024
Join UCT ParaSports
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) ParaSports Club invites the UCT community to join in the fun.
05 Apr 2024
UCT’s Gown Master relishes each moment of celebrating students’ milestones
From his role as gown master to his dedication to planning and logistics, Mogamat Benjamin ensures that every student’s milestone moment is celebrated with joy and pride.
05 Apr 2024
UCT joins call to grow parasport at Western Cape universities
In March, UCT’s ParaSports Club joined other Western Cape universities for a workshop on how best to introduce and grow a parasport culture at university level.
05 Apr 2024
Unlock Your Potential with UCT ParaSports
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) ParaSports Club invites the UCT community to join in the fun.
05 Apr 2024
VC hosts dialogue with UCT sport leaders
As the United Nations’ International Day of Sport for Development and Peace is observed annually on 6 April, the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Student Sport Union (SSU) held an engagement with Vice-Chancellor interim Emeritus Professor Daya Reddy to talk about student sport matters.
05 Apr 2024
Leading UCT researchers honoured with SAMRC scientific awards
Four UCT academics won top national science awards for their important work in health research.
05 Apr 2024
UCT Graduate’s homage to women who paved the way
The University of Cape Town’s graduate in Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB), Anza Tshipetane, showcases her Venda culture.
05 Apr 2024
Comedy and chemistry with UCT Graduate Lesedi Lale
University of Cape Town (UCT) graduate and popular content creator, Lesedi Lale, shines as a beacon of academic excellence during the March 2024 graduation.
04 Apr 2024
Pride in Culture: UCT Graduate’s Cultural Fashion Statement
Representing her cultural identity, Avantika Naidoo marked her new chapter with seamless elegance and timeless tradition in a sari.
04 Apr 2024
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