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Celebrating a legacy of leadership in public governance Emer Prof Faizel Ismail shared some of his transformative moments as director of the Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance. 18 Feb 2026
Historic moment as UCT and Services SETA break ground on skin health institute The multi-storey ARISE building – a first of its kind for Africa – will be located on UCT’s Faculty of Health Sciences. 17 Feb 2026
Cleaning staff help power UCT sustainability research UCT cleaning staff are helping shape campus sustainability efforts by sharing their firsthand knowledge of electricity use, strengthening research and building shared responsibility. 17 Feb 2026
Contribute meaningfully to develop society Attendees at the Heads of Mission Breakfast discussed the future of education on the day of the State of the Nation Address. 17 Feb 2026
UCT hosts Heads of Missions breakfast on science, climate and diplomacy UCT hosted the Vice-Chancellor’s Heads of Missions Breakfast as part of efforts to strengthen relationships with diplomatic missions and position the institution as a strategic partner in international collaboration. 17 Feb 2026
Building bridges for global progress The future of education was in sharp focus at the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Heads of Mission Breakfast on 12 February, hosted by Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela. 16 Feb 2026
DSA Welcome Festival ignites UCT’s Green Mile The Green Mile was abuzz on 12 February as hundreds of first-year students gathered for the annual DSA Welcome Festival, hosted by the Department of Student Affairs (DSA) at the University of Cape Town (UCT). 16 Feb 2026
Another top international honour for Prof Kelly Chibale UCT’s Prof Kelly Chibale has received special honours from the Royal Society of Chemistry. 13 Feb 2026
Balancing the paddle and the law books UCT student Jordan Klopper aims to represent South Africa in the international canoe sprint competitions this year, with a focus on the Olympic Games in the near future. 12 Feb 2026
Documentary pays tribute to Diana Ferrus and Sarah Baartman UCT’s Faculty of Humanities recently hosted a screening of ‘Bones’, a documentary by master’s student Nomandla Vilakazi. 12 Feb 2026
UCT researcher wins global grant to study AI and youth unemployment Dr Tim Köhler is among 19 researchers worldwide to receive funding from Schmidt Sciences’ AI at Work programme to conduct studies on how generative AI is transforming labour markets. 11 Feb 2026
Access to surgical care limited in peri-urban areas A new study by UCT researchers found that access to high-quality surgical care remains restricted for residents of peri-urban areas, even though they live near a healthcare facility. 10 Feb 2026
UCT graduate heading to Canada as scholarship finalist UCT graduate Muhammed Coker has been selected as a finalist for the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill University. 10 Feb 2026
On-campus sport and recreation activities benefit students with disabilities Sport and recreational activities foster social inclusion and nurture a sense of belonging among students with disabilities. 10 Feb 2026
MSc student builds pilot house with soil, waste material Matimba Mabonda and his team have recently completed construction on a three-bedroom house, built using soil and other waste material. 10 Feb 2026
Demystifying drug discovery A UCT Summer School excursion unpacked the fascinating journey from molecule to medicine, blending storytelling, science and behind-the-scenes lab exploration. 09 Feb 2026
New genus of sea snail discovered in the Great African Seaforest Scientists from UCT’s Department of Biological Sciences have been involved in an international research project which shows a parasitic sea snail that represents an entirely new genus. 06 Feb 2026
Study reveals gaps in gender-affirming healthcare Study findings show a large proportion of transgender and gender-diverse people in South Africa are unable to access adequate medical gender-affirming care. 05 Feb 2026
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