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Espousing transcultural mental health approaches Transcultural mental health was the theme at this year’s World Mental Health Day at UCT. 15 Oct 2025
Prof Ramugondo: a beacon of hope Prof Elelwani Ramugondo received the WomenCan Beacon of Hope Award for her ongoing role in creating positive, meaningful and lasting change in her community. 15 Oct 2025
Historic botanical treasure donated to UCT UCT recently hosted an event of gratitude to mark the donation of a facsimile edition of the ‘Flora de la Real Expedición Botánica del Nuevo Reino de Granada (1783–1816)’ to the Bolus Herbarium. 14 Oct 2025
Celebrating ‘society’s quiet heroes’ UCT celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Stella Clark Teacher’s Award in style, bringing together past winners and their nominators to reflect on the state of education. 13 Oct 2025
Associate Professor Lis Lange (1961–2025) Associate Professor Lis Lange passed away on 8 October 2025. 10 Oct 2025
UCT leads Africa once again, climbing in global rankings UCT has advanced to 164th place in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, placing among the top 7.5% of universities worldwide. 09 Oct 2025
Studente, Springbokke en aandete met Nelson Mandela Die Universiteit van Kaapstad se rektor, Professor Mosa Moshabela, het met groot lof gepraat oor die studente en die voortdurende hoë aansien wat hulle in die samelewing geniet. 09 Oct 2025 Afrikaans
Abafundi, amaBhokobhoko kunye nesidlo sedinala noNelson Mandela UVC uNjingalwazi uMosa Moshabela uthethe kakhulu ngequmrhu labafundi be-UCT kunye nokubekelwa kwabo phezulu kuya kuhlala kuhleli eluntwini. 09 Oct 2025 isiXhosa
Reimagining mobile money via stablecoins and WhatsApp The utility of stablecoins in emerging markets was well articulated by Mandla Money co-founder, Julian Kanjere, as he showcased his Mandla Money WhatsApp Wallet. 08 Oct 2025
UCT climate scientist on 2025 Forbes Sustainability Leaders list Dr Romaric C Odoulami, a researcher with the ACDI at UCT, has been included in the 2025 Forbes Sustainability Leaders list. 08 Oct 2025
UCT, CBE partner to reshape SA infrastructure UCT has signed an agreement with the Council for the Built Environment that will refine collaboration between academia, government, and the built environment sector. 07 Oct 2025
Tee off for a cause UCT’s 2025 Golf Day in Johannesburg set a positive tone for the series, creating a platform for industry leaders to engage with UCT’s mission. 07 Oct 2025
Parents co-create exhibition to redefine and inform care policies UCT’s sharing The Motherload project empowers parents to redefine care and inform care policies. 07 Oct 2025
SA graduates face toughest path to adulthood yet A new report has revealed that South African graduates find the transition to adulthood more challenging than ever. 06 Oct 2025
Varsities clash in sitting volleyball UCT ParaSports Club hosted a sitting volleyball tournament for the second consecutive year to raise awareness and promote inclusivity on campus and beyond. 06 Oct 2025
Africa’s borrowing costs are too high Through the influence of their opinions, Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings are at the centre of driving the high cost of borrowing in Africa. 06 Oct 2025 Republished
Reimagining Africa's future in times of turbulence and disruption UCT conversation series explores how Africa can shift from passive consumption to active co-creation of future value in technology and finance. 03 Oct 2025
Three in a row: UCT Rowing triumphs UCT Rowing Club has matched a record set in the 1980s by winning the University Sports South Africa Boat Race for three consecutive years. 03 Oct 2025
Enhancing the good within UCT Head of HR, Juliet Mhango, has settled in and reflects on her first 100 days in office. 03 Oct 2025
Reliable energy solution wins The Pitch UCT 2025 Master’s student Vuyo Hlongwane’s reliable energy solutions, Caelix, walked away with first prize at the 10th iteration of The Pitch UCT. 03 Oct 2025
UCT study probes infrared-radio connection in galaxies UCT and the Global Centre on AI Governance recently launched the African Hub on AI Safety, Peace, and Security. 02 Oct 2025
UCT leads global conversation on AI safety UCT and the Global Centre on AI Governance recently launched the African Hub on AI Safety, Peace, and Security. 02 Oct 2025
Global honour boosts UCT UCT’s Prof Alison September has been inducted into the prestigious National Academy of Kinesiology. 02 Oct 2025
Climate change: lessons from Durban and Harare Certain cities in Africa have already faced the need to adapt to a changing climate and its intensifying hazards such as floods, droughts or intense heat. 01 Oct 2025 Republished
Confronting mental health stigma and recovery UCT held a Recovery Walk on 23 September in solidarity with those suffering from addictions and mental health issues. 30 Sep 2025
UCT students tackle food insecurity with groundbreaking tech solutions UCT engineering student Phemelo Maile and his team won at the TCS Sustainathon South Africa 2025 for a tool that helps small-scale farmers monitor their crops. 30 Sep 2025 Republished
Curious Tim How passion, perseverance, and hard work drove one ICTS employee from a childhood wonder to a life-long pursuit of knowledge and a stellar career in IT. 29 Sep 2025
One in three South Africans have never heard of AI – what this means for policy A new survey of over 3,000 South Africans reveals that most South Africans can’t relate to AI in meaningful ways. 29 Sep 2025 Republished
UCT Big Band marks Heritage Day with a celebration The Baxter Concert Hall came alive on Wednesday, 24 September, as the UCT Big Band hosted a Heritage Day celebration. 26 Sep 2025
A decade of leadership excellence UCT hosted the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program’s “Decade of Leadership Excellence” celebrations from 9 to 10 September 2025. 26 Sep 2025
 
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