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Understanding why HIV-exposed infants may be prone to infections
A recent study has revealed possible reasons why babies exposed to HIV in the womb, but are not infected, face higher risks of infections.
04 Dec 2024
Google PhD Fellowship: AI, telementoring and a storied story
UCT’s Prosper Magara’s AI and telementoring research has earned him the coveted Google PhD Fellowship.
04 Dec 2024
Brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils
A study led by UCT has revealed a brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils.
04 Dec 2024
UCT Staff Awards: Celebrating excellence and dedication
The UCT Staff Awards 2024 ceremony celebrated dedicated staff, from groundbreaking researchers to long-serving professionals.
03 Dec 2024
‘Yes, GBV manifests through online platforms too’
Aphiwe Mhlangulana’s PhD thesis spotlights technology-facilitated gender-based violence.
03 Dec 2024
UCT’s ‘special stars’ shine at Staff Annual Awards
The Staff Annual Awards was held at The Baxter Theatre on Wednesday, 28 November.
03 Dec 2024
‘Giving up was not an option’
Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, UCT News highlights Safia Khan’s dogged pursuit of success despite unimaginable odds.
03 Dec 2024
Celebrating a new chapter: UCT officially welcomes its 11th Vice-Chancellor
The installation of Professor Mosa Moshabela as UCT’s 11th Vice-Chancellor marked a moment of unity, goodwill, and a bold vision for the future of Africa’s leading university.
02 Dec 2024
World AIDS Day: Celebrating Progress, Confronting the Challenges Ahead
On World AIDS Day, we celebrate the groundbreaking work of UCT researchers in addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic, showcasing their commitment to equity, innovation, and access to care.
02 Dec 2024
‘Welcome home, Mosa’: Messages aplenty for UCT VC
The installation of Prof Mosa Moshabela as the new VC of UCT has been met with unanimous support.
29 Nov 2024
11th Vice-Chancellor’s Installation
“When I say I am grateful, it comes from the bottom of my heart,” said UCT’s 11th Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela during his installation ceremony on Monday, 25 November 2024.
29 Nov 2024
TLC 2024: Curriculum change conversation in sharp focus, Open Textbook Award named
Curriculum change was the final topic of discussion at the Teaching and Learning Conference where the 2024 Open Textbook Award recipients were announced.
29 Nov 2024
Cheers and ululations as UCT installs Prof Mosa Moshabela as 11th VC
On 25 November, Prof Mosa Moshabela was officially installed as the 11th vice-chancellor of UCT.
29 Nov 2024
UCT Staff Awards 2024
The UCT Staff Awards 2024 event will take place on Wednesday, 27 November 2024.
27 Nov 2024
Novel programme that prioritises SA’s elderly receives 2023 Social Responsiveness Award
Celebrations galore, as UCT’s Family Caregiving of Older Persons in Southern Africa programme receives the 2023 Social Responsivness Award.
27 Nov 2024
11th UCT Vice-Chancellor’s installation ceremony
Professor Mosa Moshabela was officially appointed as UCT's 11th Vice-Chancellor on 25 November 2024.
27 Nov 2024
H3D and LifeArc collaborate to combat silent AMR pandemic
UCT has joined forces with LifeArc to launch the Centre for Translational AMR Research Programme.
26 Nov 2024
Kelly Chibale elected to the US National Academy of Medicine
Prof Kelly Chibale has been elected as an international member of the US National Academy of Medicine for pioneering infectious disease drug discovery on the African continent.
26 Nov 2024
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