Legacy, laughter and lifelong bonds
UCT threw a double celebration that had alumni, students, and staff grinning from ear to ear over the weekend. Kopano Residence marked its 80th anniversary on Saturday night, while Leo Marquard Hall celebrated its golden jubilee the night
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Thelma Nyarhi: Weaving a Tapestry of Belonging in a World of Incompleteness
Thelma Nyarhi, author, researcher, teacher and PhD candidate at UCT describes her journey of identity and heritage.
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Tee off for good: UCT's Johannesburg Golf Day Drives Change
UCT's 2025 Golf Day series teed off at Steyn City Johannesburg in August. The event successfully brought together corporate partners and supporters, combining a day of golf with a focus on fundraising for key university initiatives.
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UCT Strategy 2030
UCT Community members are invited to engage with the strategy by 30 September 2025
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UCT retains African lead in 2025 global rankings
UCT maintained its place in the top 201–300 band in the 2025 Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities, released in August 2025. This marks another year as the highest-ranked university in South Africa and on the African continent.
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Spring 2025 Graduation
The University of Cape Town celebrated spring graduations from Monday, 8 September until Wednesday, 10 September 2025. Ceremonies were livestreamed, and recordings are being posted as soon as possible after the event.
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100UP Project Report
Read the 100UP project report. This flagship initiative aims to expand access to higher education for learners from under-resourced communities across the Western Cape.
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Shaping academic success: the transformative work of the National Benchmark Tests at UCT
The National Benchmark Tests (NBT's), which have their home at UCT, play a pivotal role in advancing equity and excellence in South African higher education. They have an impact by providing fair access for all and offer tailored support.
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Ethics in Action: UCT’s EthicsLab charts a bold path for health and AI in Africa
The EthicsLab, a transformative initiative, bridging the humanities and health sciences, is changing the way we think about health, technology and moral responsibility. They urgently need funding to sustain and expand their work.
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A Legacy of Leadership: David Meachin reflects on 40 years with the UCT Fund board and a lifetime as an active UCT alum
David Meachin reflects on 40 years with the UCT Fund board and a lifetime of being an active UCT alumnus.
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New at the helm of the UCT UK Trust
Sam Davies recently joined the University of Cape Town UK Trust
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Disability services support accelerated
Advancing requisite disability access was under discussion as UCT, the FirstRand Foundation and other key stakeholders celebrated the Access4ALL programme. Several speakers said it was a critical component towards transformation.
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Oppenheimer Fellowship will advance childhood brain research
The Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship is one of the most sought-after academic honours on the continent. At an award ceremony on 15 July 2025, groundbreaking new research by Professor Anthony Figaji was recognised.
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