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A journey to your authentic self The UCT Department of Student Affairs is equipping students with leadership skills through the TransGariep Inter-Institutional Student Leadership Programme. 22 Jul 2024

Celebrating UCT’s Global impact in sustainable development The innovative research and international collaborations at UCT are propelling sustainable development and global impact. 19 Jul 2024

Painting it forward: ‘Dream in colour’ Bonga Masoka is paying it forward with his Splash Coatings Africa paint manufacturing, retail and painting establishment. 19 Jul 2024

100UP – the bedrock of opportunity The 100UP programme is the stepping stone high school learners from resource-constrained communities desperately need. 19 Jul 2024

UCT academic scoops prestigious global health award Prof Lucy Gilson has been co-awarded the German Bundestag’s Virchow Prize to honour her work building a holistic and systems-based approach to safeguarding human health. 19 Jul 2024

Join the upcoming d-school Afrika Open Day This interactive event will look into innovation, entrepreneurial collaboration, and a lot of fun – all hosted at the d-school Afrika’s impressive building on middle campus. 17 Jul 2024

FHS panel weighs in on the hard but necessary work of transformation How do health sciences colleagues engage with their discomforting experiences and turn them into opportunities for change? This was the essence of a recent panel conversation. 17 Jul 2024

IDM’s emerging scientists: Pioneering breakthroughs in infectious disease research The IDM’s emerging scientists’ groundbreaking work in infectious disease research tackles challenges from SARS-CoV-2 immunity to TB transmission. 16 Jul 2024

Celebrations galore as Estates and Custodial Services staff upskill in digital literacy Dozens of UCT’s Estates and Custodial Services staff received certificates in recognition of their participation in a digital literacy programme. 16 Jul 2024

UCT’s Siyaphumelela network bags Kresge Foundation grant UCT’s Siyaphumelela network has received the Kresge Foundation grant to continue their work in the higher education space. 11 Jul 2024

C’mon, join the UCT Choir Calling on members of the campus community with singing talents to audition for the UCT choir. 11 Jul 2024

South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) The South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) recognises research leadership and excellence in the country. 11 Jul 2024

Advancing health through innovation: The IDM’s journey The IDM, based at UCT, celebrates a dynamic cohort of young scientists and two decades of excellence in infectious disease research. 09 Jul 2024

UCT graduate’s Build-a-Bite brings the taste of home Khensani Khoza transformed her passion for cooking into a business that satisfies students' cravings for the beloved kota. Her future aspirations with her business, Build-a-Bite, and partnership with UCT’s Food & Connect demonstrate the power of determination and innovation. 08 Jul 2024

Childhood trauma begets substance abuse among adolescents A UCT-led study found that adolescents who experience childhood trauma are more likely to develop problematic substance-use behaviours. 08 Jul 2024

Cross-sectional study spotlights unnerving findings on phantom limb pain Research by UCT’s Dr Katleho Limakatso finds that a large proportion of patients who have undergone lower limb amputations experience phantom limb pain. 08 Jul 2024

Global rankings: UCT rises in research ranking UCT has been ranked 116th globally by the US News Best Global Universities Rankings, up nine places. 05 Jul 2024

Multi-layered approach necessary to build safe, inclusive schools During the annual Newly Qualified Teachers Project’s Winter School, UCT’s Ronald Addinall unpacked how to create safe and inclusive schools. 04 Jul 2024

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