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Balancing the paddle and the law books UCT student Jordan Klopper aims to represent South Africa in the international canoe sprint competitions this year, with a focus on the Olympic Games in the near future. 12 Feb 2026

Documentary pays tribute to Diana Ferrus and Sarah Baartman UCT’s Faculty of Humanities recently hosted a screening of ‘Bones’, a documentary by master’s student Nomandla Vilakazi. 12 Feb 2026

UCT researcher wins global grant to study AI and youth unemployment Dr Tim Köhler is among 19 researchers worldwide to receive funding from Schmidt Sciences’ AI at Work programme to conduct studies on how generative AI is transforming labour markets. 11 Feb 2026

Access to surgical care limited in peri-urban areas A new study by UCT researchers found that access to high-quality surgical care remains restricted for residents of peri-urban areas, even though they live near a healthcare facility. 10 Feb 2026

UCT graduate heading to Canada as scholarship finalist UCT graduate Muhammed Coker has been selected as a finalist for the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill University. 10 Feb 2026

On-campus sport and recreation activities benefit students with disabilities Sport and recreational activities foster social inclusion and nurture a sense of belonging among students with disabilities. 10 Feb 2026

MSc student builds pilot house with soil, waste material Matimba Mabonda and his team have recently completed construction on a three-bedroom house, built using soil and other waste material. 10 Feb 2026

Demystifying drug discovery A UCT Summer School excursion unpacked the fascinating journey from molecule to medicine, blending storytelling, science and behind-the-scenes lab exploration. 09 Feb 2026

New genus of sea snail discovered in the Great African Seaforest Scientists from UCT’s Department of Biological Sciences have been involved in an international research project which shows a parasitic sea snail that represents an entirely new genus. 06 Feb 2026

Study reveals gaps in gender-affirming healthcare Study findings show a large proportion of transgender and gender-diverse people in South Africa are unable to access adequate medical gender-affirming care. 05 Feb 2026

BIOGRIP 2026 brings South Africa’s biogeochemistry community together Hundreds of attendees gathered at the UCT GSB from 28 to 30 January for the BIOGRIP 2026 Conference. 04 Feb 2026

‘Welcome to the global centre of excellence’ UCT is the ‘place to be’, said one student when they arrived on campus for the 2026 Parent Orientation assembly. 04 Feb 2026

UCT and CAF celebrate football leadership graduates UCT and CAF celebrated the graduation of the latest cohort of their joint Management Executive Programme aimed at professionalising football leadership on the continent. 04 Feb 2026

UCT’s FinHub GenesisBloc Launchpad is back UCT’s GenesisBloc is accepting applications for the latest cohort of blockchain innovators. 03 Feb 2026

Integrate mental health support into HIV care A new study led by UCT highlights the importance of integrating mental health support into HIV care to assist people living with HIV. 03 Feb 2026

Walk the ‘Blue Route’ to campus. Own your day How often do you walk to campus? If you can, consider this your official encouragement to start. 02 Feb 2026

Inside student life at UCT Fully embrace student life at UCT – connect with others, get involved in campus activities and make use of academic and wellbeing support to shape your university journey from day one. 02 Feb 2026

Global philosophical traditions meet at UCT UCT’s Department of Philosophy hosted the 2026 Philosophical Society of Southern Africa Annual Conference, welcoming more than 200 delegates from over 30 countries. 30 Jan 2026

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