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Top 100: UCT rises in Medical and health and Education Studies
UCT sees an improvement in subject placement according to the THE World University Rankings published this month.
24 Jan 2025
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Top 100: UCT rises in Medical and health and Education Studies
UCT sees an improvement in subject placement according to the THE World University Rankings published this month.
24 Jan 2025
- 3 min read
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40th in the world for sustainability – a new UCT first
UCT has been placed in the top 2.5% of universities worldwide in the QS Sustainability World Rankings.
24 Jan 2025
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MeerKAT helps UCT scientists uncover giant radio galaxy
The giant radio galaxy (GRG) will help broaden astronomers understanding of the largest structures in the universe.
24 Jan 2025
- 4 min read
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UCT’s very own leads biodiversity conservation efforts
Finding equitable solutions to combat nature’s decline are at the heart of Prof Lynne Shannon’s work.
20 Jan 2025
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UCT scientists lead study that uncovers four distinct giraffe species
Research uncovered four distinct species of Africa’s much-loved gentle giant.
20 Jan 2025
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Obituary
Professor Anton le Roex (1953–2025)
Prof Anton le Roex passed away on 9 January after a long battle with cancer.
16 Jan 2025
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Advocacy and equality: New SRC president’s vibrant vision
New UCT SRC president, Thando Lukhele, is bringing her authentic self to the demanding job of leading a diverse student population.
15 Jan 2025
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Decolonial Summer School shapes minds, challenges thinking
The 2025 Decolonial Summer School programme unpacked decoloniality in the South African context, with a focus on several key sectors.
08 Jan 2025
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Robert J Wilkinson awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List for services to infectious disease research
UCT’s Professor in Infectious Diseases at Imperial and the Director of the Wellcome Discovery Research Platform for Infection has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List.
06 Jan 2025
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A legacy of innovation, education, and connection at UCT
23 Dec 2024
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Unpacking student data: Insights and innovation at UCT’s Data Festival
23 Dec 2024
Research and innovation
UCT researchers elected as members of the World Academy of Science
20 Dec 2024
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Michaelis Grad Show: The culmination of years of artistry
18 Dec 2024
Research and innovation
Innovation, global impact and resilience of UCT’s research community celebrated
18 Dec 2024
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The long game of disaster management
17 Dec 2024
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The African archive and open access
17 Dec 2024
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A UCT stalwart, through and through
17 Dec 2024
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Top 100: UCT rises in Medical and health and Education Studies
17 Dec 2024
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Honorary doctorate for Kelly Chibale
13 Dec 2024
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Fond farewells at Council year-end function
12 Dec 2024
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Leading in TB research earns Prof Keertan Dheda the 2023 Alan Pifer Award
12 Dec 2024
25 years of HIV/AIDS research and activism
The Centre for Integrated Data and Epidemiological Research hosted an event on 5 December to celebrate its achievements and officially adopt its new name.
12 Dec 2024
The Motherload Project levels up – includes fathers’ voices to effect change
The Motherload Project has entered phase two, which will include the perspectives of a valuable figure in the family: the father.
12 Dec 2024
Unlocking the future of medicine
UCT’s H3D launched the Centre for Translational AMR Research on 3 December, backed by a substantial £5 million investment from LifeArc.
12 Dec 2024
Recognising and celebrating the achievements of UCT’s communication and marketing specialists
The MACE Excellence Awards recently honoured the world-class achievements of UCT’s Communication and Marketing Department, who collectively walked away with nine awards.
11 Dec 2024
Govt must work with civil society to make our communities safer for women, kids
As we observe 16 days of activism to end violence against women and children, we ask if SA can deliver on its promises. And if fulfilled, will these pledges be enough to end violence?
11 Dec 2024
The role of healthcare professionals in tackling the root causes of violence
Violence is a scourge in South Africa. In his inaugural lecture, Prof Sithombo Maqungo asks what the role of the clinician is in tackling its root causes.
10 Dec 2024
Symposium sparks dialogue on national inclusive employment
The Inclusive Practices Africa Symposium, held on 28 and 29 November, brought together thought leaders, academics, policy makers, and disability advocates.
09 Dec 2024
UCT and MeerKAT make giant strides in unveiling mysteries of the universe
The ground-breaking MeerKAT Pulsar Timing Array Project’s findings are published in the Monthly Notice of the Royal Astronomical Society.
06 Dec 2024
UCT’s Division of Disability Studies celebrates 21 years
The Division of Disability Studies celebrated its 21st anniversary on Wednesday, 3 December.
05 Dec 2024
UCT MBA students win global innovation competition
UCT Graduate School of Business students secured first place in the prestigious Geneva Challenge 2024 with an innovative youth empowerment project.
05 Dec 2024
Google PhD Fellowship: AI, telementoring and a storied story
UCT’s Prosper Magara’s AI and telementoring research has earned him the coveted Google PhD Fellowship.
04 Dec 2024
Brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils
A study led by UCT has revealed a brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils.
04 Dec 2024
‘Yes, GBV manifests through online platforms too’
Aphiwe Mhlangulana’s PhD thesis spotlights technology-facilitated gender-based violence.
03 Dec 2024
UCT’s ‘special stars’ shine at Staff Annual Awards
The Staff Annual Awards was held at The Baxter Theatre on Wednesday, 28 November.
03 Dec 2024
‘Giving up was not an option’
Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, UCT News highlights Safia Khan’s dogged pursuit of success despite unimaginable odds.
03 Dec 2024
‘Welcome home, Mosa’: Messages aplenty for UCT VC
The installation of Prof Mosa Moshabela as the new VC of UCT has been met with unanimous support.
29 Nov 2024
TLC 2024: Curriculum change conversation in sharp focus, Open Textbook Award named
Curriculum change was the final topic of discussion at the Teaching and Learning Conference where the 2024 Open Textbook Award recipients were announced.
29 Nov 2024
Cheers and ululations as UCT installs Prof Mosa Moshabela as 11th VC
On 25 November, Prof Mosa Moshabela was officially installed as the 11th vice-chancellor of UCT.
29 Nov 2024
Novel programme that prioritises SA’s elderly receives 2023 Social Responsiveness Award
Celebrations galore, as UCT’s Family Caregiving of Older Persons in Southern Africa programme receives the 2023 Social Responsivness Award.
27 Nov 2024
H3D and LifeArc collaborate to combat silent AMR pandemic
UCT has joined forces with LifeArc to launch the Centre for Translational AMR Research Programme.
26 Nov 2024
Kelly Chibale elected to the US National Academy of Medicine
Prof Kelly Chibale has been elected as an international member of the US National Academy of Medicine for pioneering infectious disease drug discovery on the African continent.
26 Nov 2024
‘A watershed moment for women’s health’
UCT’s Perinatal Mental Health Project was a key contributor to South Africa’s long-awaited updated National Integrated Maternal and Perinatal Care Guidelines.
26 Nov 2024
TLC 2024: Automation can change students’ lives
On day one of the 2024 Teaching and Learning Conference, Professor Hussein Suleman discussed automation for transformation in learning spaces.
22 Nov 2024
Falling short of objectives: the ANC, the people and the GNU
After 30 years of democracy and a new government, there are lessons we can learn from the ANC not achieving its objectives, says Dr Moferefere Lekorotsoana.
22 Nov 2024
SASMA presidency: Dr Sharief Hendricks leaves on a high
After two years as president of the South African Sports Medicine Association, Dr Sharief Hendricks reflects on deliberate growth.
22 Nov 2024
UCT brewing team triumphs at national intervarsity competition
Brewing UCT clinched multiple awards at the South African Intervarsity Brewing Challenge in Bloemfontein.
21 Nov 2024
UCT physios pay it forward to Hanover Park community
UCT physiotherapists volunteered their time and expertise in a Health for Humanity initiative in Hanover Park.
20 Nov 2024
Innovative teaching celebrated and honoured at UCT
Inclusivity, creativity and innovation win exemplary educators UCT’s prestigious Distinguished Teacher Award 2023.
20 Nov 2024
Honouring teaching excellence
Two of the four recipients of UCT’s Distinguished Teacher Award 2023 discuss their winning teaching philosophies.
20 Nov 2024
SRC leadership effects significant personal growth for former president
Hlamulo Khorommbi has left his role as 2023/2024 SRC president with significant personal growth and a deep sense of fulfilment.
19 Nov 2024
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