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
 
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
 
News Western Cape children face dual nutrition crisis

UCT’s Emer Prof Marjanne Senekal has conducted research which found that young children face a double burden of malnutrition, with stunting and obesity occurring at worrying levels.

19 Dec 2025 - 4 min read

Emergency Medicine lecturer Wesley Craig jumps in to save a life Emergency Medicine lecturer Wesley Craig applied his training in emergency care to rescue a patient who had gone into cardiac arrest at his gym. He recounts his experience and emphasises the importance of acting in spite of fear. 18 Dec 2025
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
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
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
Associate Professor Hillel Tuvia Goodman (1933–2025) Associate Professor Hillel Tuvia Goodman passed away on 11 November 2025. 09 Dec 2025
UCT leads landmark study to curb alcohol harm in SA UCT and the SAMRC have launched a landmark multidisciplinary research initiative to investigate the political, economic and social drivers of harmful alcohol use. 03 Dec 2025
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