News
How oceans recover after global catastrophe
Dr Claire Browning has led an international team of scientists to uncover fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction.
19 Jan 2026
- 3 min read
News
UCT’s HPALS – among top 10 sport science schools globally
UCT’s Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport (HPALS) has ranked 10th place on the Shanghai Sport Science Schools and Departments list.
13 Jan 2026
- 5 min read
Obituary
Alderman Owen Kinahan (1955–2026)
The University of Cape Town (UCT) community and peers are deeply saddened by the passing of Alderman Owen Kinahan.
06 Jan 2026
News
Mismatch between employability assumptions, lived realities
The Reach Alliance 2025 Conference created a space where case-study research, service-delivery realities, and policy questions came together.
30 Dec 2025
News
Celebrating UCT’s outstanding Thuthuka results
UCT’s PGDA accomplishments contribute significantly to the transformation and empowerment of the accountancy profession.
29 Dec 2025
News
Looted African belongings must be returned
Calls for the return of looted belongings have become part of a global conversation about decolonisation, justice and healing.
29 Dec 2025
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News
Strengthening UCT’s strategic partnerships from Africa to Asia
UCT advanced key partnerships in Hangzhou, China, strengthening Africa–Asia collaboration in research and innovation.
24 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
Research and innovation
UCT scientist honoured for advancing equitable cancer research
Renowned cancer scientist Prof Sharon Prince has been honoured with the 2025 A.G. Oettlé Memorial Award for her pioneering research, leadership and dedication to developing affordable cancer therapies in South Africa.
23 Dec 2025
- 5 min read
A career of service: Douglas Sias retires
UCT bids farewell to Douglas Sias, learning technologies consultant, after 15 years of service.
23 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
