News SA's food system is failing children

Lori Lake from UCT’s Children Institute examines South Africa’s child malnutrition crisis and outlines five policy actions to improve nutrition and protect children’s futures.

15 Jul 2026 - 7 min read Republished
 
News UCT prof shines light on fertility crisis in new documentary

A UCT academic is helping to bring greater attention to one of the emerging environmental factors linked to reproductive health.

14 Jul 2026 - 4 min read
 
News UCT study finds traces of banned toxic chemicals in children’s products

The study found chemical signatures associated with persistent organic pollutants in a range of products commonly used by children.

08 Jul 2026 - 4 min read

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