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Empowering next generation of women STEM leaders The 2025 STEM MentHER induction ceremony was held on Friday, 4 April. 08 Apr 2025
Building an inclusive UCT through new online course UCT’s “Transformation through Disability Inclusion” course was developed to help staff with tools to create a more accessible university for students and colleagues with disabilities. 08 Apr 2025
A premium on academic excellence Luxolo Mdolo placed a premium on his academic excellence. 07 Apr 2025
The struggle for equity in post-school education 30 years on UCT’s SALDRU hosted the ‘South Africa at 30 years of democracy conference’ to take stock and to identify new pathways to unlock South Africa’s potential. 04 Apr 2025
The Harambee Project: A legacy of transformation UCT hosted the closing ceremony of the Harambee Project, which redefined the administrative processes of the university. 04 Apr 2025
‘The future is yours to shape’ Words of encouragement were flowing from the UCT podium during the 2025 autumn graduation. 03 Apr 2025
UCT project addresses heat risks in vulnerable communities The UCT-based research project, Heat Adaptation Benefits for Vulnerable groups In Africa, is at the forefront of tackling extreme heat risks in vulnerable communities. 03 Apr 2025
Adversity shapes final stretch to PhD As Dr Kevin Musungu neared the end of his PhD, he learnt harsh life lessons very fast. 02 Apr 2025
Tackling kidney disease in children across Africa Prof Mignon McCulloch delivered the second inaugural lecture of the year at UCT last week, focusing on kidney diseases in Africa and beyond. 02 Apr 2025
UCT rises in key disciplines in QS subject rankings UCT ranked 15th globally in Development Studies in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024. 02 Apr 2025
Turning challenges into change Inspirational graduate Callum Ryan Beukes’ journey from uncertainty to celebrated student leader highlights the power of personal growth, inclusion, and courageous visibility at UCT. 02 Apr 2025
Third PanSALB chairpersonship term for UCT prof Prof Lolie Makhubu-Badenhorst’s re-election as the chairperson of PanSALB for a third term brings promising prospects for the country. 01 Apr 2025
Curiosity, commitment and leadership: Aloy Gowne’s journey of growth UCT staffer Aloy Gowne will add another milestone in his successful career when he graduates with his master’s degree. 31 Mar 2025
Balancing numbers and strides As the Eswatini-born Wonder Mathabela celebrates the completion of his degree at UCT’s autumn graduation, he also reflects on his achievements on the track. 31 Mar 2025
UCT partners with French university to launch Africa’s first dual degree UCT has teamed up with Sciences Po to offer students a prestigious, internationally recognised dual degree programme. 28 Mar 2025
UCT GSB’s EMBA ranked best in Africa and 11th globally The UCT GSB reaffirmed its position as one of the world’s leading business schools, as its EMBA was named the top EMBA programme in Africa and 11th globally. 27 Mar 2025
Bridging the gap between upper campus and the health sciences Leadership is all about service, says Blessing Gumbu, a 2024 Student Leadership Award recipient who opened the doors of Health Sciences societies to upper campus students. 27 Mar 2025
International student’s rocky road to graduation After a few stops and starts, Innocent Biringanine will graduate with his degree in audiology. 26 Mar 2025
The candour of institutionalised racism in higher education UCT Humanities dean Prof Shose Kessi’s inaugural lecture focused on the hot-button topic of institutional racism. 25 Mar 2025
Pills, prayer, perseverance – the mainstay of Muya Koloko’s PhD A PhD can get tough. But thanks to the three p’s and a supportive village, Muya Koloko will graduate with his doctorate in media studies on 1 April. 25 Mar 2025
SHAWCO – committed to building healthy, well-rounded communities SHAWCO’s mom and baby clinic was held in Hout Bay on Saturday, 22 March. 25 Mar 2025
‘I lost two pieces of myself that day’ After a devastating family tragedy, Micheala Ruth September will graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Studies – with distinction. 25 Mar 2025
The impact of informal settlements on water quality UCT lecturer and PhD candidate Kalpana Maraj delivered her research findings at the International Water Association Water Reclamation and Reuse Conference last week. 24 Mar 2025
Meet the neuroscience star who’s using tech to decode the brain Simamkele Bongo topped the class in matric, excelled during his MBChB degree and will soon graduate with an honours degree. 24 Mar 2025
A journey of leadership and impact Rirhandzu Mkhari is a recipient of a 2024 Student Leadership Award. She will be graduating with a BSc Honours in Infectious Disease and Immunology on 2 April 2025. 24 Mar 2025
UCT DVCs cycle for a cause UCT’s Prof Jeff Murugan and Prof Brandon Collier-Reed saw the Cape Town Cycle Tour as an opportunity to raise funds to help students struggling with fee debt. 18 Mar 2025
Cultivating the next wave of neuroscientists UCT hosted Grade 7, 10 and 11 learners from disadvantaged communities to celebrate a two-day Brain Awareness event. 18 Mar 2025
#RhodesMustFall: A distinct historical chapter in theorising black struggle The Rhodes Must Fall movement is one of the student-led societal uprisings that can rightfully claim to have reignited decolonial discourse and scholarship in the African continent and beyond. 18 Mar 2025 Republished
UCT welcomes new additions to shuttle fleet UCT has introduced nine new 40-seater Yutong midi buses to its iconic UCT Shuttle fleet. 17 Mar 2025
Defending open society values in a fractured world Open Society Foundation president, Binaifer Nowrojee, delivered a compelling lecture at UCT, calling for urgent action to defend open society values. 14 Mar 2025
 
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