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News UCT linguist elected to British Academy

UCT Emeritus Professor Rajend Mesthrie has been elected a Fellow of the British Academy.

22 Jul 2025 - 4 min read

News It takes a team

UCT’s Prof Alan Davidson delivered his inaugural lecture on the theme of collaborative work on 17 July.

22 Jul 2025 - 4 min read

News ‘This is not my curriculum’: Sparking a decolonial shift at UCT

UCT academic Msakha Mona’s endeavours in decolonial thinking, language justice and community-centred education have given birth to the Kulani Arts Project.

22 Jul 2025 - 8 min read

Research and innovation Reimagining health systems for wellbeing – a Collective Conversation

UCT conversation series explores how health systems can be transformed to better support holistic wellbeing.

18 Jul 2025 - 9 min read

News New study proves the power of mentorship

The result of this study showed improved mental health, reduced distress and a stronger sense of belonging for young people in SA.

18 Jul 2025 - 8 min read Republished

East African countries and open borders East Africa has made greater strides towards the free flow of people crossing borders and seeking work than most of Africa; however, the key constraint in the region is political and security instability. 18 Jul 2025 Republished

Advocacy for accessible classrooms Newly qualified teachers are gathering at UCT for a series of Winter School workshops on a range of topics relating to teaching and learning. 17 Jul 2025

Global shortcomings in life-saving surgery highlighted A new study has also revealed that 3.5 million adults die within 30 days of surgery every year. 16 Jul 2025

Mandela Day should be about how we show up daily Mandela Day is an annual invitation to pause with intention and magnify service in practice, especially for those most vulnerable and underserved. 16 Jul 2025 Republished

Oppenheimer Fellowship will advance childhood brain research Paediatric neurosurgeon, Professor Anthony Figaji, of UCT’s Neuroscience Institute, has been awarded the prestigious Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship for his pioneering research into childhood brain injury. 16 Jul 2025

African Human Rights Moot Court competition at UCT The Christof Heyns African Human Rights Moot Court Competition grappled with issues of migration and citizenship its 34th session hosted at the University of Cape Town (UCT) between 29 June and 5 July. 15 Jul 2025

UCT student champions hearing health UCT student Fisokuhle Makhanya has dedicated his time to educating underserved communities on the importance of hearing health. 14 Jul 2025

All rise: African Human Rights Moot Court After a week of rigorous competition, the Christof Heyns African Human Rights Moot Court Competition concluded on 5 July. 10 Jul 2025

World championships beckon for Jordan Klopper UCT first-year student Jordan Klopper will represent South Africa at the sprint world championships. 09 Jul 2025

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UCT highlights rights and climate justice globally

UCT participated in a global climate summit on 5 June, addressing Africa’s climate challenges and the role of higher education in equitable climate action.

UCT participated in a global climate summit on 5 June, addressing Africa’s climate challenges and the role of higher education in equitable climate action.

13 Jun 2025 - 6 min read

Gene-editing breakthrough: UCT in landmark trial

In a global first for Africa, UCT is participating in a clinical trial to reprogramme genes and halt hereditary angioedema.

In a global first for Africa, UCT is participating in a clinical trial to reprogramme genes and halt hereditary angioedema.

13 Jun 2025 - 7 min read

The multifaceted relationship between youth, violence

The story of South African youth, their mistrust of governance structures and violence is as complicated as it is straightforward.

The story of South African youth, their mistrust of governance structures and violence is as complicated as it is straightforward.

05 Jun 2025 - 5 min read

‘Unxano’ sends a powerful message about water scarcity

UCT celebrated Africa Month by staging a contemporary dance and music theatre production to raise awareness about the importance of water.

UCT celebrated Africa Month by staging a contemporary dance and music theatre production to raise awareness about the importance of water.

30 May 2025 - 6 min read

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