News 40th in the world for sustainability – a new UCT first. UCT has been placed in the top 2.5% of universities worldwide in the QS Sustainability World Rankings. 24 Jan 2025 - 4 min read

Nov 7, 2011 · 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?

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

4 days ago · Campus life at the University of Cape Town (UCT) is more than just academics – it’s also defined by moments of discovery and connection. For many students, the journey begins with nervous anticipation – the first steps onto campus, the thrill of new surroundings, and the excitement of stepping into a future filled with possibilities.

4 days ago · 10 things you might not have known about Cape Town and the Western Cape. KwaLanga is the oldest township in the Western Cape and celebrated a centenary in 2023 since its establishment.; Cape Town is locally known by at least three other names: The Mother City, the Cape of Good Hope and //Hui !Gaeb.

News ‘A watershed moment for women’s health’. UCT’s Perinatal Mental Health Project was a key contributor to South Africa’s long-awaited updated National Integrated Maternal and Perinatal Care Guidelines.

Dec 17, 2024 · The University of Cape Town (UCT) has climbed 10 places to secure a joint 40th position in the 2025 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings for Sustainability, released on 10 December.

Nov 26, 2024 · Open access ‘Contested Karoo’ book seeks to better understand the arid zone that covers almost a third of the country 09:35, 24 June 2024

Oct 16, 2024 · During the UoF’s pre-exhibition, delegates heard that the UCT community want a people-centred university of the future. Key themes . Having engaged with the campus community in recent months to understand their needs and what’s most important, Maswime said the committee has established four themes that underpin their feedback.

Dec 18, 2024 · Guests were glued to their seats as the celebrations of the UCT research community got underway. Murugan also celebrated the outstanding achievements of UCT researchers, recognising them for winning several internationally competitive awards and grants across various disciplines, including: