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UCT aspires to become a premier academic meeting point between South Africa, the rest of Africa and the world. Taking advantage of expanding global networks and our distinct vantage point in Africa, we are committed , through innovative research and scholarship, to grapple with the key issues of our natural and social worlds. We are committed both to protecting and encouraging 'curiosity-driven research' and research that has a real impact on our communities and environment.


Gig workers among the most vulnerable in SA’s COVID-19 crisis Researchers on the Fairwork project have highlighted how gig workers in South Africa are unable to access the same government assistance as other workers. 14 May 2020
Red algae alert! Rhodoliths discovered in SA waters A team involving UCT has discovered a bed of rhodoliths – ecologically important coral-like red algae – in the ocean off South Africa’s east coast. 12 May 2020
Four of UCT’s best now 2020 FLAIR fellows Four young UCT researchers have been selected as 2020 Future Leaders – African Independent Research Fellows, recognising them as potential future leaders in their fields. 11 May 2020
Exploited leopards pay long-term inbreeding costs A UCT study shows how exploitation of leopards is driving behaviour that encourages inbreeding. 11 May 2020 Republished
Student’s smart UVC sanitiser has multi applications UCT electrical engineering student Rowyn Naidoo is close to finalising an affordable, smart UVC light system that disinfects surfaces, the air and large rooms – and even face masks. 11 May 2020
‘Our bodies love rhythm and routine’: Why sleep is your bestie Dr Dale Rae’s research offers compelling glimpses into how sleep affects health, mental health and performance, and why quality sleep is vital for COVID-19-induced anxiety. 08 May 2020
Economic implications of COVID-19 in Africa Associate Professor John Ataguba, a health economist at UCT, explains how COVID-19 is likely to affect African economies. 07 May 2020
COVID-19: Considerations, controversies and challenges in South Africa In a recently published journal article, UCT’s Professor Keertan Dheda and fellow authors look at some controversies and challenges of COVID-19 in the country. 06 May 2020
Why Africa is making masks mandatory African countries are moving to make masks mandatory. For those still in doubt, here, researchers answer your key questions. 06 May 2020 Republished
Customary saving schemes seldom resort to the law South Africa's informal savings associations seldom turn to the courts for help, despite managing an estimated ZAR49.5 billion in member savings. 05 May 2020 Republished
COVID-19: Help a click away for struggling young moms Isolation in the wake of COVID-19 lockdown further burdens under-resourced and vulnerable mothers. But mental and physical resources are at hand, thanks to Messages4Mothers. 04 May 2020
Can SA’s achievement in containing COVID-19 lead to sustained success? South Africa has been recognised globally for its success in flattening the curve, which came as a result of President Ramaphosa responding quickly to the crisis, writes Prof Alan Hirsch. 28 Apr 2020 Republished
New centre tracks COVID-19 social fracture How the UCT Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change is harnessing social media analytics and advocacy to encourage healthy online dialogue and combat misinformation. 28 Apr 2020
Africa must have research and treatment tailored to its reality UCT’s Prof Kelly Chibale says growing up in the poor villages and townships of Zambia, he experienced the impact of malaria first-hand. 25 Apr 2020 Republished
Kelly Chibale: World leader in pharma UCT’s Professor Kelly Chibale has been chosen as one of the world’s top 60 inspirational leaders in the pharmaceutical industry. 24 Apr 2020

 
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