News
A humanising lens on transformation at UCT
A new special issue of ‘Transformation in Higher Education’ showcases UCT scholarship that places dignity, care and inclusion at the heart of institutional change.
17 Dec 2025
- 7 min read
Prof Lynne Shannon scoops prestigious Prince Albert Grand Medal for Ocean Science
Lynne Shannon is the first scholar from South Africa and the Global South to receive the Prince Albert Grand Medal for Ocean Science.
15 Dec 2025
- 3 min read
Teaching the uncomfortable truths of women’s health
Dr Chiv Gordon, head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, is one of the recipients of the coveted Distinguished Teacher’s Award in 2025.
15 Dec 2025
- 8 min read
News
A fond farewell to prof of the people
Ahead of his retirement, UCT’s Faculty of Health Sciences held a farewell event in honour of Professor Leslie London on Tuesday, 9 December.
15 Dec 2025
Obituary
Professor Dan Stein (1962–2025)
The University of Cape Town (UCT) community and peers are deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Dan Stein.
12 Dec 2025
News
UCT scholar ignites Sesotho science revolution
Assoc Prof Rethabile Possa has penned two volumes of what is believed to be the first full scientific book series entirely written in Sesotho.
11 Dec 2025
Obituary
Emeritus Professor Derek Smith (1945–2025)
Derek Smith was a distinguished academic, visionary leader, and cherished colleague whose contributions shaped the field of information systems in South Africa.
11 Dec 2025
News
‘Knowledge belongs to all of us’
UCT Libraries marked a significant milestone on 2 December 2025 with the official launch of the Journal of Academic Library Practice.
11 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
UCT premieres Japanese–South African Butoh collaboration
UCT’s Little Theatre hosted the South African debut of ‘1–2–3 As One’, a groundbreaking Japanese–South African Butoh collaboration that also marked the launch of the School for Intimate Imaginings.
10 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
