University of cape town
Manuel hails late struggle icon Bloch as a mentor for many students
Bloch passed away earlier on Friday after a long illness.
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UCT to probe lecturer’s comments that Adolf Hitler committed no crimes
Political studies lecturer Lwazi Lushaba allegedly made the comments recently during an online lecture.
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UCT lifts registration fee block for returning students with 2020 historic debt
The announcement comes after dozens of demonstrators on Friday marched to the Kramer building on UCT's campus, demanding that around 2,500 financially excluded students be registered.
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Protesting UCT students occupy Kramer building over financial struggles
The students have demanded that Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng and university management address their financial struggles face to face.
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A surprise graduation visit from UCT vice-chancellor? You could be next
UCT vice-chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng surprised a graduating students at his home to administer his degree to him. Because of COVID-19, universities have opted to have their graduation ceremonies virtual. #COVID19 #VirtualGraduation
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Uyinene Mrwetyana’s mom hopes to open wellness centre in fight against GBV
The University of Cape Town student was raped and killed at the Post Office in Claremont before her body was dumped in Khayelitsha.
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Groote Schuur Hospital joins global study on critically ill COVID-19 patients
The study is hosted by the COVID-19 Critical Care Consortium, a body that includes experts working at around 400 hospitals and research institutions in 52 countries.
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UCT decides to complete 2020 academic year through remote teaching
Some performing arts students and others undertaking practical blocks will return to campus in a phased approach.
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UCT probes sexual assault allegations against lecturer
UCT had published a post about the staff member in question and a user responded by claiming the person had sexually assaulted her.
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UCT Prof defends vexed study on black students not studying biological sciences
Professor Nicoli Nattrass' controversial paper was published by the South African Journal of Science last month and was blasted as dehumanising and patronising.
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UCT assures med students of COVID-19 measures in place as some classes resume
Students are back to training at Groote Schuur Hospital and other healthcare facilities across the Cape, but like several doctors and nurses, they are concerned about their safety.
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Final year UCT med students resume classes despite COVID-19 concerns
Students are back to training at Groote Schuur Hospital and other healthcare facilities across the Cape, but like several doctors and nurses, they are concerned about their safety.
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Nearly 90% of SA smokers still getting cigarettes in lockdown – UCT survey
The survey collected data from more than 16,000 participants in a bid to understand smokers' behaviour during the lockdown period.
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WC tertiary institutions implement e-learning to save academic year
The University of the Western Cape has implemented a flexible working and learning approach, which includes online platforms.
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UCT confirms 3rd case of coronavirus
The third case is a UCT project manager who worked in the same department as the second case.
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Stellenbosch, UCT cancel upcoming graduations due to coronavirus
Both Stellenbosch University and the University of Cape Town said graduands would receive their qualifications in absentia.
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UCT’s Neuroscience Institute delving into causes of neurological diseases
Through international collaborations, a team is analysing the genetics underlying mental illness. Another group of scientists is tasked with understanding the link between genetics and neuromuscular diseases.
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Graca Machel steps down as UCT chancellor
Machel says she wishes she could have made better progress in the fight against gendered violence on the university campus.
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Police act weeks after UCT student reports rape at Rocking the Daisies festival
The 20-year-old student alleged she was sexually assaulted at the Rocking the Daisies Festival on 5 October.
