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UCT helps unveil hidden pre-colonial cities with LiDAR A cutting-edge LiDAR project at UCT is transforming archaeological understanding of South Africa’s pre-colonial urban landscapes. 28 Nov 2025
Immunity, outbreaks and building vaccine sovereignty UCT hosted its final inaugural lecture of its 2025 series on 20 November. It was delivered by Prof Wendy Burgers in the New Learning Centre Lecture Theatre on the Faculty of Health Sciences campus. 25 Nov 2025
ASSAf recognises UCT leading scholars’ research excellence Nine UCT researchers were inducted as members of the ASSAf, which represents the highest ideals of scholarly integrity and social responsibility. 21 Nov 2025
Violence is a normal part of life for many young children Children in many countries are growing up surrounded by violence. It may happen at home, in their neighbourhoods, or both. 21 Nov 2025 Republished
Women researchers take centre stage at Soapbox Science 2025 The V&A Waterfront’s Clocktower precinct transformed into a vibrant, open-air laboratory as women scientists from across the province shared their research with the public. 18 Nov 2025
UCT marks milestone in South Africa–Italy astronomy partnership UCT hosted Italian astrophysicist Dr Grazia Umana to mark the conclusion of RADIOMAP, a three-year South Africa–Italy partnership advancing astronomy through the MeerKAT and SKA projects. 18 Nov 2025
UCT, partners urge united action to break cycles of violence Launched at UCT on 4 November, the ‘South African Child Gauge’ 2025 calls for united action to break the cycles of harm that pass from one generation to the next. 14 Nov 2025
Take TB testing to the community to detect asymptomatic cases To cut transmission, finding TB earlier is critical, new research finds. 13 Nov 2025
Prestigious international fellowship for Prof Kelly Chibale UCT’s Prof Kelly Chibale has been named a Distinguished International Fellow of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 13 Nov 2025
Exploring politics of knowledge and belonging in Africa’s universities Prof Suren Pillay delivered his inaugural lecture on 21 October. 12 Nov 2025
Rethinking consent in ancient DNA research Researchers argue for using “informed proxy consent” or “relational autonomy consent” in human aDNA research. 12 Nov 2025 Republished
Money, accounting and banking Prof Phillip de Jager focused on how accounting conventions influence our understanding of money. 11 Nov 2025
A rallying call for Africa’s urban future The African Centre for Cities at UCT has launched a report that challenges Africa to rethink the future of its cities. 10 Nov 2025
UCT’s VACFA celebrates two decades of advancing vaccinology training in Africa The Vaccines for Africa Initiative marked their 20th anniversary with the Annual African Vaccinology Course on Sunday, 2 November. 10 Nov 2025
UCT GSB MBA leads globally in sustainability and impact The MBA at the UCT GSB has once again ranked 7th globally and first in South Africa in the Better World MBA rankings. 08 Nov 2025

 
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