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HIV and TB testing sites start COVID-19 research The Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation has committed to incorporating COVID-19 research at its sites in Cape Town, while continuing its HIV and TB research and trials. 17 Jun 2020
A world in turmoil UCT’s Professor Alphose Zingoni writes about lessons for South Africa, particularly our youth, following the recent events in the United States precipitated by George Floyd’s killing. 17 Jun 2020 Republished
Urgently revive children’s support services Child support services and programmes should be “urgently revived” to help the country’s youngest and most vulnerable cope with the fallout of the COVID-19 lockdown. 16 Jun 2020
Preparations for phased return to campuses progressing well For universities, lockdown Level 3 signals the start of some students and staff being allowed back, with certain provisos. 15 Jun 2020 Republished
Alum helping learners excel in mathematics Through the Numeric organisation, a group of UCT alumni are helping primary school learners excel in mathematics while also training and equipping teachers. 12 Jun 2020
Lockdown limerick lament John Bolton says a bit of levity is required in tough times – when moved to poetry, he opts for writing limericks. 12 Jun 2020
Six UCT researchers are ‘Science Oscars’ finalists Six UCT researchers are into the final round of the 2019/2020 NSTF-South32 Awards, which celebrate those making outstanding contributions in science, engineering and technology. 12 Jun 2020
UCT_Cares about connecting you to the right support UCT_Cares connects students, staff and the broader university community to the help and services they need. 11 Jun 2020
Ensuring equitable access to COVID-19 info UCT’s Division of Global Surgery has taken on the challenge of making access to information about COVID-19 equitable and fair with two low-data digital solutions. 11 Jun 2020
Residence Life’s student peer-to-peer study pilot launched UCT’s Residence Life Division has launched a pilot Study Buddy programme, a peer-to-peer initiative to help students reach their academic goals. 10 Jun 2020
UCT best on the continent One of the longest running and most prestigious global rankings continues to identify UCT as the best university in Africa. 10 Jun 2020
New study finds more biodiversity in richer neighbourhoods A unique global study has found that wealthier neighbourhoods in cities have more biodiversity in comparison to poorer ones – a pattern that scientists have called the ‘luxury effect’. 10 Jun 2020
When crisis cultivates collaboration Associate Professor Sudesh Sivarasu and an array of collaborators are developing low-cost tech – including a DIY face shield – to help Africa manage the novel coronavirus. 10 Jun 2020
Eight UCT student entrepreneurs in regional competition Eight student entrepreneurs with bright ideas will represent UCT at the regional round of the Entrepreneurship Intervarsity competition, which takes place from 13 to 17 July. 09 Jun 2020
Africa must collaborate with the world on vaccine trials Our scientists must not practise in isolation, but be encouraged to be creative and increase our knowledge of the needs of developing economies, write Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng, vice-chancellor of UCT, and Professor Thokozani Majozi from the University of the Witwatersrand. 09 Jun 2020 Republished
Notes from a very small island This melange of correspondence comes from UCT alumnus Dr Robert-Ian Caldwell of Leisure Island in Knysna, who reflects on the vicissitudes of lockdown – and a mistaken identity. 09 Jun 2020
UCT ranked among top 1.4% globally The University of Cape Town has been ranked best in Africa and 268th in the world by the Center for World University Rankings. 08 Jun 2020
Home alone (well, not quite) Bianca Warley, a classics lecturer and tutor at UCT, says lockdown has been a different and trying experience. 08 Jun 2020
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