4+ hour, 6+ min ago  (391+ words) As South Africa marks 50 years since the 16 June 1976 Soweto Uprising, UCT reflects on the enduring legacy of student activism and its role in shaping transformation, justice and belonging in higher education. This'documentary pays homage to the young people who challenged…...

23+ hour, 13+ min ago  (401+ words) The sacrifices of the Class of June 1976 continue to find expression in students today. As the country pauses to commemorate50 yearssincethe uprising, University of Cape Town (UCT) studentshave shared their perspectives on the significance of June1976 for a new generation. "When someone…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (315+ words) Transformation'at the University of Cape Town (UCT) has always centred on student protest.'This is'a very important'thread to'pick up on, which is very telling." We have always relied on students to drive the transformation agenda. The link'between student protests and…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (121+ words) news. uct. ac. za Apply for Falling Walls Lab 2026 Applications are now open for Falling Walls Lab Cape Town 2026. Students and early-career researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) are invited to apply for Falling Walls Lab Cape Town…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (305+ words) Recognised'once again'among the world's leading universities,'the University of Cape Town (UCT) has'placed'276th globally in the 2026 edition of the'Center'for World University Rankings (CWUR) Global 2000 list.'Out of 21 291 universities assessed worldwide, UCT ranked in the top 1. 3% globally, while also securing second…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (214+ words) Continental water security has been declared the 2026 theme by the African Union(AU), making ita timelylens through which to reflect on the issue as Africa Month draws to a close. "It begins with us educators, as we prepare the next…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (141+ words) Dear colleagues and students I invite you to submit proposals'responding'to this call. Why this, why now' TLC2026 is an opportunity for UCT to take stock of where we are, to share what we have learned'so far " from innovation grants, from experiments…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (455+ words) Professor Emerita Val Mizrahi's election to the United States (US) National Academy of Sciences (NAS), announced on 28 April 2026, is in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the field of biological sciences. This award is a prestigious addition to the long…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (145+ words) news. uct. ac. za In celebration of Africa Month, the spirit of Africa echoed across campus, as the vibrant Roscommon Choir marched through the University of Cape Town's (UCT) plaza, filling the air with song, unity and celebration. Draped in…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (329+ words) news. uct. ac. za UCT International Office celebrates Africa Month The University of Cape Town (UCT) International Office proudly hosted its annual Africa Month celebrations with the much-anticipated Africa Rising Talent Show, an evening that celebrated the richness of African…...