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People need to play
Neuropsychology expert Prof Mark Solms of UCT’s Neuroscience Institute delivered a lecture to university alumni as part of the Legacy Society’s drive to attract endowments.
05 Nov 2024
Queer South Africa’s health system
The LGBTQ+ Health and Advocacy Symposium was held on Friday, 1 November, and Saturday, 2 November.
05 Nov 2024
SWEEP UCT’s conference: a powerful stand against gender-based violence
UCT’s SWEEP chapter’s GBV conference brought together some of the most powerful and courageous voices in the fight against sexual and gender-based violence.
05 Nov 2024
Farewell to Elizabeth De Vos: Honouring 23 Years of service at UCT
Celebrating 23 years of dedicated service: UCT bids farewell to Elizabeth De Vos and fellow retirees.
04 Nov 2024
Global south healthcare workers empowered to tackle complex diseases
The Knowledge Translation Unit’s Practical Approach to Care Kit supports primary healthcare professionals in the face of mounting disease burden.
04 Nov 2024
IDM’s Sustainable Science Initiative: A first for Africa in greener research
The IDM has taken a step towards greener practices and policies with the launch of its Sustainable Science Initiative.
01 Nov 2024
Empowering women together
On Saturday, 26 October, UCT’s Commercial Development team hosted FemFEST, a one-day celebration dedicated to empowering women from all walks of life.
31 Oct 2024
Building an environmentally sustainable campus – together
Two separate projects initiated by the Future Water Institute and the ACDI were designed to encourage participants to adopt more sustainable behavioural practises.
31 Oct 2024
Making digital financial inclusion a reality
UCT’s Financial Innovation Hub has secured a partnership with the Interledger Foundation in a bid to bridge the digital financial divide.
31 Oct 2024
UCT Day 2024: A Celebration of Community and student support
The 2024 edition of UCT Day celebrated community, connection, and the power of giving. It united staff, students, alumni, and families in support of two crucial programmes: Unlocking Futures Bursary Fund and the UCT Food Sovereignty Programme.
30 Oct 2024
‘The Great Executive Showdown’: A day of fun at UCT’s fundraising challenge
The 2024 UCT Day wrapped up its festivities with the Executive Challenge – a fun, physical showdown between UCT’s leaders and students and staff.
30 Oct 2024
UCT Day: Building a spirit of generosity
UCT Day 2024 looked to build on the success of last year’s event, to raise funds for students.
30 Oct 2024
Tips for exams: Keep calm, you’ve got this
Director of UCT’s Student Wellness Service, Dr Memory Muturiki, offered students several tips to keep stress levels at bay this exam season.
30 Oct 2024
Art and transformation: UCT’s vision for a just society
Art as a catalyst for change: UCT’s Works of Art Collections committee redefines campus spaces.
29 Oct 2024
Thirty years of freedom: Transforming UCT’s art collection
After three decades of freedom, UCT’s Works of Art Collection committee has made good progress with transforming its art collection.
29 Oct 2024
Rethinking global health – an African perspective
Dr Ahmed Ogwell Ouma, VP of Global Health Strategy at the UN Foundation, made a public call on 22 October for the creation of an African global health strategy.
29 Oct 2024
Afrika for Antarctica
Prof Marchello Vichi’s inaugural lecture in the Faculty of Science highlighted the importance of African nations leading the charge on Antarctic research.
29 Oct 2024
Ancient African science is the beginning of wisdom
UCT’s Environmental Humanities South seminar series concluded the year with an enlightening address by activist, academic, and former vice-chancellor Dr Mamphela Ramphele.
28 Oct 2024
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