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Stopping the corruption rot 04 Jul 2018 Republished
Textbooks just a tap away UCT students have created a digital marketplace for buying and selling affordable second-hand textbooks. 03 Jul 2018
NSTF award for Harald Winkler Professor Harald Winkler, of UCT’s Energy Research Centre, has won the NSTF-South32 Special Annual Theme Award: Sustainable Energy for All. 02 Jul 2018
Phakeng prepares for push-back over 2019 fee hikes Maths has taught the new VC about alternative solutions to the same problem, a talent she’ll surely put to use good as she takes the reins. 02 Jul 2018 Republished
New VC: No compromise on quality education Mamokgethi Phakeng says addressing students’ grievances is key, but not at the expense of the university’s main job – ensuring they receive a quality education. 02 Jul 2018 Republished
Phakeng comfortable with being ‘an acquired taste’ She’s prepared for the name-calling when she makes unpopular decisions, but the new VC promises UCT students she will always act in their best interests. 02 Jul 2018 Republished
Lingering high-pressure cells limit winter rains High-pressure systems lingering over the Atlantic may be preventing cold fronts from penetrating deep inland, reducing winter rains over the Cape provinces. 29 Jun 2018
Every minute, 20 people leave everything behind UCT’s Refugee Rights Clinic recognised World Refugee Day with a programme of events to raise awareness of the plight of millions of refugees worldwide. 29 Jun 2018
UCT key in new drugs search UCT is set to play a key role in a multi-million rand collaboration to source new drugs to fight diseases endemic to Africa. 29 Jun 2018
Two international awards for UCT autism research The International Society for Autism Research recognised UCT’s Centre for Autism Research in Africa last month for their significant contribution in the field. 27 Jun 2018
David Goldblatt found the human in an inhuman social landscape UCT research fellow Paul Weinberg speaks about world renowned South African photographer David Goldblatt, who died on 25 June 2018. 27 Jun 2018 Republished
Promoting climate-resilient health systems The University of Cape Town recently co-hosted Adaptation Futures, a climate-change adaptation conference that addresses the impact of climate change on critical services. 26 Jun 2018
A chance for digital entrepreneurs to level up Entrepreneurs developing digital solutions in Africa are invited to apply for UCT’s next Venture Incubation Programme at the Graduate School of Business. 26 Jun 2018
SA must focus on kids to meet SDGs Despite some improvements, South Africa needs to put in significant work to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), says the latest South African Child Gauge. 26 Jun 2018 Republished
Climate change adaptation critical as planet warms With global warming at 1.1°C above pre-industrial levels, it’s urgent that the world moves towards climate change adaptation and reduces its reliance on mitigation. 26 Jun 2018
Farewell gala dinner for Dr Price The university community paid tribute to outgoing Vice-Chancellor Dr Max Price at a farewell gala dinner held at The Lookout on Saturday, 23 June. 25 Jun 2018
Creating solutions to climate change in African cities Cities, with their dense networks, technologies and diverse populations, have the potential to produce solutions to climate change problems. 25 Jun 2018 Republished
VC’s grad message: ‘Explore, dream and discover’ Outgoing Vice-Chancellor Dr Max Price officiated at his last graduation ceremony this morning, receiving a standing ovation after his final message to graduands in Memorial Hall. 22 Jun 2018
Adapting to changing climates Good preparation and effective action, along with big and small changes across the board, is the cocktail required to tackle the threat of Day Zero. 22 Jun 2018 Republished
‘UCT gave me the space to make a difference’ As Associate Professor Tolullah Oni heads for the prestigious Cambridge University, she thanks her UCT mentors for setting her on the path to public health success. 22 Jun 2018
Reducing violent crime in South Africa UCT criminologist urges police to throw everything they've got at reducing murder rates for the sake of public safety in South Africa. 21 Jun 2018 Republished
Price bids farewell to PASS forum Vice-Chancellor Dr Max Price attended his last PASS forum as head of the university, and expressed his thanks to staff for putting the university first. 21 Jun 2018
Price bows out at Baxter Hundreds of UCT alumni, staff and donors bid farewell to outgoing Vice-Chancellor Dr Max Price at the Baxter Theatre on 13 June. 21 Jun 2018
Julius Namoloh: Inspired to serve humanity Julius Namoloh, a husband and father of three from Namibia, has overcome financial setbacks to graduate with a Master of Commerce in Development Finance. 21 Jun 2018
UCT hosts SA’s vice-chancellors South African vice-chancellors are gathering to discuss issues affecting higher education at a UCT-hosted meeting of Universities South Africa (USAf). 20 Jun 2018
Bianca Rousseau’s journey to graduation Bianca Rousseau invested everything in her education, and she’ll start reaping the rewards when she graduates on Friday with a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice. 20 Jun 2018
Staff farewell to ‘wise, considerate, consistent’ VC Staff thronged the Memorial Hall on 19 June to say farewell to Vice-Chancellor Dr Max Price, whose term of office ends on 30 June. 20 Jun 2018
Book launch inspires budding scientists The interactive launch of UCT academic Xolisa Guzula’s isiXhosa translation of the children’s book by Lucy and Stephen Hawking took place last week. 19 Jun 2018
Full accreditation for UCT’s LLB programme UCT’s LLB programme remains fully accredited following a recently concluded national review by the Council on Higher Education. 19 Jun 2018
Water security: Local buy-in is critical Listening to the locals is key to decentralisation success on the rocky road towards effectively safeguarding dwindling water resources on the African continent. 18 Jun 2018 Republished
Top research prize for Prof Mark Solms Professor Mark Solms was awarded the prestigious Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship Award to continue research into the link between the brain mechanisms and psychology of depression. 15 Jun 2018
 
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