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Securing a sustainable future through resource efficiency, minerals and metals These SARChI chairs deliver on UCT’s vision of excellence in emerging areas of research, and help pave the way to a sustainable future. 10 Apr 2024

Leading UCT researchers honoured with SAMRC scientific awards Four UCT academics won top national science awards for their important work in health research. 05 Apr 2024

Taking Africa from biomass to green gas A global green fuel partnership between Germany and South Africa empowers Africa and paves the way for a sustainable world. 04 Apr 2024

Building a healthier Africa through discovery Driving vaccine and drug discovery at UCT, these SARChI Chairs have developed local talent and collaborations that tackle Africa’s pressing health challenges. 04 Apr 2024

‘Become activists for science’ On Monday, 2 April, nine matric learners were inducted into the STEM MentHer Programme – an initiative to produce a pipeline of South African women scientists. 04 Apr 2024

Distinguished individuals receive UCT hon docs Four distinguished individuals received UCT honorary doctorates at the recent March graduation. 03 Apr 2024

Tony Heard (1937–2024) We are saddened to announce the passing of Tony Heard, who died peacefully on the morning of 27 March 2024, after a short illness. 03 Apr 2024

World Autism Day: Giving students a space to flourish Disability Service’s Dr Bridget Johnson shines a spotlight on the myriad of support services in place at UCT for students with autism. 02 Apr 2024

‘Embrace global citizenry’ Former Zimbabwean deputy prime minister Arthur Mutambara reflected on global citizenry during a recent talk at UCT. 02 Apr 2024

Destiny delayed, not denied: Postgraduate fulfils her (and her father’s) dream to study at UCT Chipo Chidakwa stayed focused on her ambition to be a graduate of the “best university in Africa”. 02 Apr 2024

World Autism Day: ‘I faced barriers but found my voice’ Despite the challenges that come with being a student with autism, Tallulah Dorer-Perrin urged aspiring students to embrace the unknown and pursue an undergraduate degree. 02 Apr 2024

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