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
 
News Putting communities at the centre of technology

UCT’s Assoc Prof Joyce Mwangama is using AI to put 5G in the hands of people who have never touched a router.

01 Jul 2026 - 7 min read
 
News UCT hosts global conference on digital mental health

The World Universities Network’s Mental Health Symposium took place at the UCT Graduate School of Business on 23 and 24 June.

26 Jun 2026 - 8 min read
 
News UCT hosts global sustainable campus community

UCT recently hosted over 90 delegates from across the world at the International Sustainable Campus Network Conference.

20 May 2026 - 8 min read
 
News Multi-pronged approach needed to speed up cancer diagnosis

Research by the AWACAN-ED programme revealed that people don’t understand the risk factors of cancer.

15 May 2026 - 7 min read
 
News UCT contributes African views at global higher education summit

UCT’s growing international visibility and influence through strategic global engagements was on display at the U7+ Alliance of World Universities Presidential Summit.

29 Apr 2026 - 4 min read
 
News Insights into needs of youth exiting care homes

An international collaboration between UCT’s Children’s Institute and Queen’s University Belfast has explored the lived experiences of youth exiting alternative care and their needs for a bright, fulfilling future.

20 Apr 2026 - 6 min read