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News ‘The future is yours to shape’

Words of encouragement were flowing from the UCT podium during the 2025 autumn graduation.

03 Apr 2025 - 4 min read

News 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 - 6 min read

News 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 - 4 min read

News 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 - 7 min read

News 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 - 7 min read

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, Havard partnership brings surgical hackathon to Cape Town The hackathon marks a significant milestone in the UCT–Harvard partnership, fostering stronger academic ties and expanding avenues for future research collaborations. 31 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

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‘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.

After a devastating family tragedy, Micheala Ruth September will graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Studies – with distinction.

25 Mar 2025 - 8 min read

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.

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 - 6 min read

Low literacy levels exacerbate rapidly rising lower limb amputations

New research by Dr Katleho Limakatso demonstrates some interesting findings on patients predisposed to lower limb amputations.

New research by Dr Katleho Limakatso demonstrates some interesting findings on patients predisposed to lower limb amputations.

06 Mar 2025 - 7 min read

Foregrounding Africa: UCT and VC leads on international stage

UCT and VC lead the IARU Presidents Meeting at ETH Zurich.

UCT and VC lead the IARU Presidents Meeting at ETH Zurich.

27 Feb 2025 - 6 min read

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