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The importance of relationships when living with a visual impairment For Sinegugu Silara, living with a visual impairment means constantly moving out of her comfort zone. 27 Aug 2026 Women’s Month
Advancing women in parasport During the 10th annual Women in Sport talk, speakers highlighted the importance of collaboration and networking with likeminded sporting enthusiasts. 26 Aug 2026
UCT study reveals how South Africans spend their commute A new study by the Liberty Institute of Strategic Marketing reveals that South Africans travel in different ways and have developed various coping mechanisms to deal with their commute. 26 Aug 2026
Better collaboration could help identify unknown dead A UCT PhD study by Kate Reid has found that while Cape Town’s forensic identification outcomes are better than previously believed, other factors still delay justice. 26 Aug 2026
Two student entrepreneurs head to national competition final The regional round of the Absa Entrepreneurship Innovarsity competition was held from 19 to 20 August. 25 Aug 2026
Placing orthopaedics at the centre of patient care Prof Maritz Laubscher delivered his inaugural lecture under the title ‘Stronger together: research as a clinician is a team sport’. 25 Aug 2026
Research helps turn climate knowledge into action UCT-led initiative brings farmers, community leaders and government together to strengthen climate resilience in the Limpopo River Basin. 24 Aug 2026
Professor Makhubu on fostering progressive practice in creative arts Since taking the reins as director of UCT’s Institute for Creative Arts in 2025, Prof Nomusa Makhubu is determined to generate critical research through creative arts. 24 Aug 2026 Women’s Month
Leading without a title At CHED’s recent Women’s Day event, three inspiring women shared stories about how they became leaders long before anyone gave them the title. 24 Aug 2026 Women’s Month
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is looking for you You can now apply for the 2027 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UCT. 21 Aug 2026
The importance of African agricultural IP systems Dr Charlene Musiza’s questions include whose rights are protected by IP, in what context, how are those rights enforced and what opportunities are created as a result? 21 Aug 2026 Women’s Month
Agency rewarded as Rahul Rama-Panchia wins Abe Bailey Travel Bursary Rahul Rama-Panchia is an Abe Bailey Travel Bursary recipient. Everything he’s built  – and everyone he has shown up for – is why. 21 Aug 2026
A healer by day, a dancer at night UCT student Nina Petersen has found purpose in occupational therapy and in hip-hop dancing, teaching and performing. 20 Aug 2026 Women’s Month
From a rusty Beetle to UCT’s 2030 Teaching blueprint UCT deputy vice-chancellor for Teaching and Learning Professor Brandon Collier-Reed on his 19 months in office, new strategy and his beloved VW Beetle 20 Aug 2026
Professor Parsons examines tax challenges in the digital economy Professor Shaun Parsons delivered his inaugural lecture on 13 August 2026 that looked at the complex and evolving relationship between crypto assets and tax systems. 19 Aug 2026
UCT remains South Africa’s top university in latest ShanghaiRanking UCT remains South Africa’s leading university in the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities. 19 Aug 2026
What must remain possible for Africa to flourish? The second annual Wellbeing and Flourishing Conference will take place on 30 October. 19 Aug 2026
Study identifies gaps between gender identity and the healthcare system A study by UCT and the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation within the LGBTQI+ community has highlighted significant barriers to gender-affirming care despite critical need. 18 Aug 2026
MSc inspires student entrepreneur to grow business Vuyo Hlongwane has used his MSc in Chemical Engineering to add a new arm to his existing business model. 18 Aug 2026
Proof that biomedical research can be sustainable The Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine celebrates two years of major sustainability achievements under the Sustainable Science Initiative. 18 Aug 2026
Why good data is the foundation for all HEMIS decisions The higher learning community gathered for the 2026 SAAIR HEMIS Institute hosted by UCT at the Graduate School of Business. 18 Aug 2026
Adapting to climate change Prof Gina Ziervogel, the director of UCT’s African Climate and Development Initiative, celebrated her ascent to full professor on Wednesday, 12 August. 14 Aug 2026
Safeguarding monetary stability in stablecoins era IMF senior leader, Dan Katz, has suggested five points for harnessing the competitive forces unleashed by stablecoin innovation, while safeguarding monetary and financial stability. 14 Aug 2026
Dr Janaïs Delport on a mission to protect SA’s honey from fraud UCT postdoctoral researcher Dr Janaïs Delport has conducted work on identifying the characteristic features of authentic honey produced in the Greater Cape Floristic region. 13 Aug 2026
UCT champions a new vision for child-friendly African cities UCT has partnered with the Urban95 Academy leadership programme to reach and support a growing network of urban leaders who want to make their cities better for children. 12 Aug 2026
UCT researcher earns prestigious global science grant UCT researcher Assoc Prof Rhiyaad Mohamed has won the 2026 EQT Foundation Critical Minerals Science Grant. 12 Aug 2026
Health Sciences Writing Lab-led project wins Oxford VC Award Papers with Purpose, a FHS Writing Lab project, has received the University of Oxford’s VC Award. 11 Aug 2026
Aspen continues support for Poisons Information Centre The Poisons Information Centre recently welcomed funder Dr Stavros Nicolaou for a special visit to the centre. 11 Aug 2026
New unit a shot in the arm for healthcare research in Africa UCT provides platform for cutting-edge research and data integration. 07 Aug 2026
Companies engage ‘top talent’ at UCT job expo Employers from a wide range of sectors, including local and international organisations, connected with UCT’s exceptional students. 06 Aug 2026
 
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