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Capacitating the next generation of HoDs through mindful leadership practice The annual Heads of Department / Division Enhancement Programme took place from 10 to 12 August and brought together 15 newly appointed heads of department. 21 Aug 2023

Women’s Month: UK creates ‘hostile environment’ for African sexual and gender-diverse asylum claimants Skye Chirape’s PhD research centres the lived experiences of African sexual and gender-diverse people seeking refuge in the United Kingdom. 17 Aug 2023

Women’s Month: Driven to make a difference UCT alumna Dr Samkelisiwe Nyamathe knew that her life’s mission would be to help empower people. 16 Aug 2023

UCT retains Africa’s top spot in ARWU rankings UCT remains the top university on the continent, according to ShanghaiRanking’s Academic Ranking of World Universities 2023. 16 Aug 2023

Study uncovers why detecting depression, anxiety and domestic violence in pregnant women is limited A recent study revealed why detecting symptoms of depression, anxiety and experiences of domestic violence in Cape Town’s pregnant women is limited. 16 Aug 2023

Women’s Month: ‘Working for gender equality is an ethical imperative’ UCT’s Women Day luncheon was held on Thursday, 10 August at the UCT Graduate School of Business Conference Centre under the theme “The future we want”. 15 Aug 2023

The Francis Crick Institute and LifeArc partner with five African research institutions to support scientists The Crick Africa Network is set to extend for a further five years, supporting more young African scientists, thanks to a £7.5 million investment from LifeArc. 15 Aug 2023

Opera, forensics and black medical scientists: Masiphumelele learners' feast UCT’s Saturday Summer School and IkamvaYouth’s presentation introduced Masiphumelele Grade 12s to the exciting world of forensic science, pioneering African medical scientists – and opera. 14 Aug 2023

UCT’s new student academy answers global call for ethical, humane young leaders UCT’s Leadership Academy will equip its students to become ethical, humane leaders of integrity, able to serve the real needs of society. 14 Aug 2023

Thokozani Mhlambi set to perform in Johannesburg Musician, songwriter, and cultural pioneer Dr Thokozani Mhlambi is ready to mesmerize Johannesburg audiences with his latest musical production: ‘Hail to the King! A Musical Story’. 11 Aug 2023

Thumbs up: UCT welcomes Sign Language as SA’s 12th official language UCT has welcomed the recent announcement that South African Sign Language has become the country’s 12th official language. 10 Aug 2023

Women’s Month: UCT ParaSport Club honours tenacious, resilient women in sport In the lead-up to Women’s Day, UCT ParaSport Club hosted the seventh annual Women in Sport talk. 10 Aug 2023

First cohort graduates in Applied Complexity Science The first cohort of Applied Complexity Science graduates were celebrated in July at a ceremony hosted by the Centre for Extra-Mural Studies. 10 Aug 2023

Women’s Month: UCT’s deputy registrar is intentional about ‘leading with empathy’ Mihloti Mkhatshwa said her goal is to ensure that UCT develops the best academic administration process in the country, and, in time, on the continent. 08 Aug 2023

Six UCT researchers awarded SA research chairs UCT proudly adds another six South African Research Chairs to this prestigious community. 08 Aug 2023

Women’s Month: ‘SA women are in pain’ Caron Zimri’s research straddles two spheres of psychology and studies the prevalence of traumatic brain injury in women who have experienced intimate partner violence. 07 Aug 2023

Blockchain solution to contested elections Innovative blockchain solutions were on show at the closing ceremony of the FinHub Hack Series I – and the winning team walked away with R50 000. 04 Aug 2023

UCT Sports Centre hosts Netball World Cup teams The UCT Sports Centre is a hive of activity over Netball World Cup 2023, as numerous teams sought out the facility as a practice venue. 03 Aug 2023

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