UCT leads Africa in two major international rankings

Geography and Public Health stand out for UCT in the latest world rankings of academic subjects.

02 Dec 2025 - 3 min read
 
From Kigali to the Continent: UCT's Impact at Africa Health Collaborative Convening 2025

At the Africa Health Collaborative Convening 2025 in Kigali, UCT's Healthy Futures Programme emerged as a continental leader in shaping primary healthcare innovation.

01 Dec 2025 - 4 min read
 
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 - 7 min read
 
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 - 7 min read
 
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 - 7 min read
 
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 - 6 min read 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 - 6 min read