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UCT law professor wins coveted Afrikaans literature prize Prof Jaco Barnard-Naude was recently awarded the coveted Ingrid Jonker Literary Prize – widely considered the highest honour for debut Afrikaans poetry. 29 Jan 2026
In an age of incivility, humanity must lead UCT hosted the sixth annual Bongani Mayosi Memorial Lecture to honour and celebrate the late Prof Bongani Mayosi’s legacy. 28 Jan 2026
UCT prof joins call to strengthen Africa-led research, development Prof Jo-Ann Passmore has joined other Calestous Juma Science Leadership Fellows to author a research paper that highlights practical, Africa-led actions to strengthen health research and development ecosystems. 28 Jan 2026
Cultivating compassion in healthcare Dr Heidi Matisonn delivered a Summer School lecture on the importance of adopting compassion in the healthcare sector. 28 Jan 2026
‘I’ll never forget representing SA’ UCT kickboxer Saskia Jantjes reflects on competing at the WKA World Championship, where she became the university’s first kickboxer to receive national colours. 28 Jan 2026
TB harnesses part of immune defence system to cause infection Scientists from UCT have contributed to an international study that shed new light on why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis. 26 Jan 2026
Information warfare Clickbait, chaos and credibility are rooted in information warfare, according to seasoned journalist Paula Slier. 26 Jan 2026
Persistence, not perfection Recognised at UCT’s 2025 Student Leadership Awards, Someleze Honest Mbele’s journey through Engineers Without Borders reflects resilience, empathy and people-centred engineering. 26 Jan 2026
UCT leads in eight subjects nationally in latest subject rankings Three UCT disciplines have been ranked in the global top 100 in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, with the university placing first in eight subjects in South Africa. 23 Jan 2026
UCT student steers national goalball team to victory As assistant goalball coach, Sinegugu Silara played an integral part in steering her team to victory during the National School Sport Championships in December. 22 Jan 2026
Crime in the age of algorithms Daily Maverick journalist Caryn Dolley delivered her Summer School lecture at UCT this week, detailing how crime has evolved to use the latest technologies. 22 Jan 2026
Study shows humans use local dialects to communicate with honeyguides UCT researchers and international collaborators have shown that people in northern Mozambique use regionally distinct “dialects” when communicating with honeyguide birds. 22 Jan 2026
How oceans recover after global catastrophe Dr Claire Browning has led an international team of scientists to uncover fossil evidence of a tiny ecosystem that helped kick-start the recovery of Earth’s oceans after a global mass extinction. 19 Jan 2026
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
Alderman Owen Kinahan (1955–2026) The University of Cape Town (UCT) community and peers are deeply saddened by the passing of Alderman Owen Kinahan. 06 Jan 2026
Mismatch between employability assumptions, lived realities The Reach Alliance 2025 Conference created a space where case-study research, service-delivery realities, and policy questions came together. 30 Dec 2025
Celebrating UCT’s outstanding Thuthuka results UCT’s PGDA accomplishments contribute significantly to the transformation and empowerment of the accountancy profession. 29 Dec 2025
Looted African belongings must be returned Calls for the return of looted belongings have become part of a global conversation about decolonisation, justice and healing. 29 Dec 2025 Republished
Strengthening UCT’s strategic partnerships from Africa to Asia UCT advanced key partnerships in Hangzhou, China, strengthening Africa–Asia collaboration in research and innovation. 24 Dec 2025
George Hull on winning a 2025 National University Teaching Award Fresh from winning a 2025 National University Teaching Award, Assoc Prof George Hull speaks about his teaching philosophy, influences and innovation in the classroom. 22 Dec 2025
Student fencer shines at Cape Open Alexandra Lancaster bagged a silver medal in the Cape Town National Fencing Open Tournament. 19 Dec 2025
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
Storytelling as a research skill UCT’s Knowledge Co-op hosted a workshop with knowledge translation specialist Renira Narrandes on how storytelling can make research clearer and more engaging. 18 Dec 2025
A legacy of data, justice and community Prof Murray Leibbrandt honoured the late Emeritus Professor Francis Wilson at SALDRU’s 50th anniversary, reflecting on his moral clarity, mentorship and enduring influence on South African inequality research. 18 Dec 2025
UCT students set the pace at Greenovate UCT students’ sustainable research and innovation earned them multiple top honours at this year's Greenovate Awards. 18 Dec 2025
A life of impact: UCT bids a warm farewell to Prof Murray Leibbrandt UCT’s SALDRU bid farewell to Prof Murray Leibbrandt, recognising his profound impact as a scholar, mentor and leader. 17 Dec 2025
Reflections on 50 years of data, facts and people SALDRU marked its 50th anniversary with an afternoon of reflection, a trip down memory lane, critique, and celebration.  17 Dec 2025
A humanising lens on transformation at UCT A new special issue of ‘Transformation in Higher Education’ showcases UCT scholarship that places dignity, care and inclusion at the heart of institutional change. 17 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
 
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