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Now, now: Decoding a South African time mystery UCT students explain the meaning behind the popular South African phrase 'now, now,’ showcasing how it differs across cultures and languages. 21 Sep 2024
Dr Ramesh Jeram (1965–2024) Dr Ramesh Jeram passed away on 21 September 2024. 21 Sep 2024
UCT students share how 'haibo' translates across cultures UCT students decode the South African phrase ‘haibo,’ connecting it to shared cultural expressions across different languages. 21 Sep 2024
UCT Students share their favourite local dishes UCT students dish out their favourite South African foods that connect them to their heritage. 21 Sep 2024
Words that connect us: UCT Students share their favourite South African Phrases UCT students share their favourite, popular South African sayings, showcasing how unity can exist in everyday language. 21 Sep 2024
Stepping-stones: the role of internal funding in supporting research careers While internal research funding is limited the Faculty of Health Sciences aims to strategically allocate internal funding to help young researchers launch their careers. 21 Sep 2024
Threads of tradition: UCT celebrates diverse heritage UCT students from various cultural backgrounds reveal how their attire reflects the richness of their heritage. 20 Sep 2024
UCT student entrepreneur tops regional competition category Jordan Smith topped the research category in the regional round of the 2024 Entrepreneurship Intervarsity competition. 20 Sep 2024
Diverse heritage at UCT: Stories from across the globe In celebration of Heritage Month, UCT students reflect on the origins of their heritage and identity. 20 Sep 2024
Our heritage stories: A tapestry of cultural roots at UCT UCT celebrates Heritage Month by spotlighting students from various cultural backgrounds, who share their personal stories and unique identities. 20 Sep 2024
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue Prof Gregory Smith’s inaugural lecture focused on his contributions to the field of organometallic chemistry. 19 Sep 2024
UCT’s Gundo Maswime scoops 2024 SANRAL SAICE Academic Staff Award Gundo Maswime a lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering has received the 2024 SANRAL SAICE Academic Staff Award. 19 Sep 2024
‘It’s about convenience for the patient’ SHAWCO makes hay while the sun shines with ‘biggest of the year’ family day clinic in Hout Bay. 19 Sep 2024
Stellar scholars earn place in UCT’s College of Fellows Four esteemed UCT academics, whose work has contributed to global knowledge in their fields, have claimed their place in the College of Fellows. 18 Sep 2024
From 30% to PhD: Dr Olwethu Waka’s mathematical journey equals success From failing maths with 30% to earning a PhD, Dr Olwethu Waka’s journey exemplifies perseverance and success against the odds. 18 Sep 2024 Republished
Dalinda: A world-première opera brought to life by Opera UCT In a historic staging, Opera UCT brought back to life the world premiere of Donizetti's long-lost Dalinda, an opera suppressed for nearly 200 years. 17 Sep 2024
UCT, CAF Football Management Executive Programme hailed a success UCT and CAF’s pilot Football Management Executive Programme concluded with an awards ceremony for delegates. 17 Sep 2024
UCT College of Fellows 2024 This year, four new fellows have merited special recognition for original, distinguished academic work. 16 Sep 2024
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