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Five years on: the Jagger Library UCT will marks five years since the devastating fire gutted campus buildings, including the Jagger Library. 17 Apr 2026
UCT to commemorate fifth anniversary of Jagger fire The University of Cape Town (UCT) will commemorate the fifth anniversary of the devastating fire of 18 April 2021, which significantly impacted the Jagger Library and several other campus buildings. 17 Apr 2026
IAC results lauded UCT’s Initial Assessment of Competence results are cause for celebration. 17 Apr 2026
Newly accredited music degree opens pathways for creative artists UCT’s DMus degree recognises composition, the practice of music and performance as academic research – offering musicians space to pursue doctoral study in South Africa. 16 Apr 2026
Congratulations to Ikey Tigers Young Guns It fills me with immense pride and great excitement as I write to extend my warmest congratulations to the University of Cape Town (UCT) Ikeys Young Guns for their outstanding 42–29 victory over the University of Free State Young Guns in the FNB Varsity Cup Young Guns final. 16 Apr 2026
South Africa’s illicit cigarette trade is booming The use of illicit cigarettes is highest among low-income earners. 16 Apr 2026
Student innovators triumph at health systems hackathon This year’s health systems winning hackathon solution is a patient-facing mobile app that helps individuals manage all their chronic conditions and medication in one place. 15 Apr 2026
UCT researchers join multi-million-pound fungal fight UCT researchers are playing a leading role in a major international collaboration to improve understanding of fungal diseases. 14 Apr 2026
UCT dialogues shaping men and society The UCT Men Let’s Talk conversations give men an opportunity to understand who they are and how they show up in the world. 14 Apr 2026
In remembrance: Bongani Slatsha It is with deep sadness that we share news of the passing of our colleague Bongani Slatsha (49), who passed away on Saturday, 28 March 2026. 14 Apr 2026
Resilience, growth and discipline Marked by resilience, growth and discipline, the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) autumn graduation was filled with moments of celebration. 13 Apr 2026
Vibrant student body celebrated The vibrancy of the University of Cape Town (UCT) student body was on full display during the 2026 autumn graduation, which ran from 28 March to 2 April at the Sarah Baartman Hall. 10 Apr 2026
Pride and gratitude Pride and gratitude defined autumn graduation week as students from various faculties crossed the stage of the Sarah Baartman Hall at the University of Cape Town (UCT) to receive their qualifications. 10 Apr 2026
Multi-million-rand grant to fast-track heart valve research The research grant will support the expansion of UCT’s synthetic-leaflet heart valve platform for patients with rheumatic heart valve disease. 10 Apr 2026
Teaching beyond the notes: shaping sound, shaping lives George Werner reflects on a life dedicated to teaching, curiosity, and preserving musical knowledge for future generations. 09 Apr 2026
Two Oceans Marathon and its impact on UCT The annual Two Oceans Marathon will take place from Friday, 10 April, to Sunday, 12 April 2026, with various road closures planned in the vicinity of the University of Cape Town (UCT). In addition, the finish line for the ultra and half marathons will be located on UCT’s Green Mile, on upper campus. 09 Apr 2026
‘An aura of greatness’: UCT honours the extraordinary life and legacy of Prof Dan Stein Staff colleagues, family members and friends gathered at a packed Groote Schuur Hospital to celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of Professor Dan Stein — the long-serving head of the University of Cape Town’s Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health. 09 Apr 2026
Sihle Sogaula on learning from loss One of the inspirational graduates of the 2026 autumn season Sihle Soguala highlighted how returning to your roots can impact your journey. 09 Apr 2026
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