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A legacy of innovation, education, and connection at UCT Tony Carr, a pioneer in online education and a long-time thought leader based at CILT at UCT, bids farewell to the institution. 23 Dec 2024

Unpacking student data: Insights and innovation at UCT’s Data Festival The day-long event showcased the vital role of data in shaping decisions, improving teaching, and driving student success across the university. 23 Dec 2024

UCT researchers elected as members of the World Academy of Science UCT researchers scale new heights with election as Fellows of the World Academy of Science. 20 Dec 2024

Michaelis Grad Show: The culmination of years of artistry UCT’s Michaelis School of Fine Art hosted its annual graduate exhibition, signing off on years of study and artistry. 18 Dec 2024

Innovation, global impact and resilience of UCT’s research community celebrated UCT’s annual Research Celebration recognised the resilience, innovation and global impact of its researchers. 18 Dec 2024

The long game of disaster management UCT’s Dr Phindile Sabela-Rikhotso talks about the role of everyday actions in managing disasters through the lens of 2024’s devastating George building collapse. 17 Dec 2024

The African archive and open access African scholars, artists and storytellers must reclaim control and reframe how Africa is understood – this was the theme of Assoc Prof Kasturi Behari-Leak’s keynote at the DOA summit. 17 Dec 2024

A UCT stalwart, through and through At the end of 2024, UCT will bid farewell to Registrar Royston Pillay after 27 years of service. He shares his memories of and ambitions for the institution with UCT News. 17 Dec 2024

Honorary doctorate for Kelly Chibale Leiden University in the Netherlands will confer an honorary doctorate on Prof Kelly Chibale on 7 February 2025. 13 Dec 2024

Fond farewells at Council year-end function The UCT Council bid farewell to three longstanding and valued members of the UCT community at its year-end function on 6 December. 12 Dec 2024

Leading in TB research earns Prof Keertan Dheda the 2023 Alan Pifer Award Prof Keertan Dheda, the Head of the Division of Pulmonology, received the 2023 Alan Pifer Award for leading TB research with profound societal impact. 12 Dec 2024

25 years of HIV/AIDS research and activism The Centre for Integrated Data and Epidemiological Research hosted an event on 5 December to celebrate its achievements and officially adopt its new name. 12 Dec 2024

The Motherload Project levels up – includes fathers’ voices to effect change The Motherload Project has entered phase two, which will include the perspectives of a valuable figure in the family: the father. 12 Dec 2024

Unlocking the future of medicine UCT’s H3D launched the Centre for Translational AMR Research on 3 December, backed by a substantial £5 million investment from LifeArc. 12 Dec 2024

Recognising and celebrating the achievements of UCT’s communication and marketing specialists The MACE Excellence Awards recently honoured the world-class achievements of UCT’s Communication and Marketing Department, who collectively walked away with nine awards. 11 Dec 2024

Govt must work with civil society to make our communities safer for women, kids As we observe 16 days of activism to end violence against women and children, we ask if SA can deliver on its promises. And if fulfilled, will these pledges be enough to end violence? 11 Dec 2024

The role of healthcare professionals in tackling the root causes of violence Violence is a scourge in South Africa. In his inaugural lecture, Prof Sithombo Maqungo asks what the role of the clinician is in tackling its root causes. 10 Dec 2024

Symposium sparks dialogue on national inclusive employment The Inclusive Practices Africa Symposium, held on 28 and 29 November, brought together thought leaders, academics, policy makers, and disability advocates. 09 Dec 2024

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