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Inside student life at UCT
02 February 2026 | Video Production Ruairi Abrahams, Boikhutso Ntsoko, and Nomfundo Xolo. Photo Lerato Maduna.Your first year at the University of Cape Town (UCT) isn’t just about attending lectures and meeting deadlines; it’s also a time for curiosity, connections and personal growth at Africa’s top university. UCT welcomes students from across South Africa and around the world.
Remember to ask questions, discover new spaces, try new activities, and join student societies aligned with your interests – whether academic, cultural, sporting, faith-based, or focused on special interests.
Find your balance along the way. Stay active, rest sufficiently, care for your wellbeing, and don’t hesitate to ask for help when needed. Support is always accessible. Visit the UCT website to stay informed, engage fully, grow with confidence, and unlock your potential.
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UCT News February 2026
UCT February Newsletter: A new year of excellence, innovation and global impact
The February edition of the UCT Newsletter welcomes the university community to a new academic year marked by global recognition, innovation and community spirit. From international honours for leading researchers and UCT’s top spot in the 2026 QS Sub-Saharan Africa rankings to groundbreaking research on youth employment and celebrations of creativity, integrity and student life on campus, this issue captures the momentum of a university shaping knowledge and leadership across Africa and the world.
