News The hidden power shaping our digital lives

Prof Tanja Bosch, SARChI Chair in Digital Media Sociology and a professor in UCT’s Centre for Film and Media Studies, delivered their inaugural lecture on 29 July.

31 Jul 2026 - 8 min read
 
News UCT researchers unlock butterfly lily's genetic secret

The inner genetic secrets of how the flowers of butterfly lilies break left-right symmetry have been revealed for the first time in a paper published in the prestigious journal ‘Science’.

31 Jul 2026 - 5 min read
 
Research and innovation From discovery to impact: UCT showcase reimagines the postdoctoral journey

The University of Cape Town’s (UCT)’s recent Postdoctoral Research Showcase highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration and practical applications of "real-world" research while affirming the postdoctoral identity through professional development. 

30 Jul 2026 - 9 min read
 
News Unscrambling South African AI business limitations

Founder of NowNow, Lars Gumede, said the business represents the next stage in the artificial intelligence chain: the application layer.

30 Jul 2026 - 4 min read
 
News Asymptomatic TB: A hidden challenge for TB control

UCT researchers have published new findings that challenge current approaches to TB detection and control in South Africa.

30 Jul 2026 - 6 min read