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The University of Cape Town is South Africa and Africa’s leading university (as measured by all the top ranking systems) mainly due to its superb research output.
Commemorating Jagger Library: UCT, DStv launch ‘Stories from the Ashes’
Two years after the devastating UCT Fire of 18 April 2021, UCT in partnership with DStv Africa have launched ‘Stories from the ashes’, which includes a special book made from the ash and remnants of the fire.
UCT Inaugural Lecture: Professor Romy Parker
Professor Romy Parker will deliver her Inaugural Lecture, titled “Pain Management to Reduce Suffering in South Africa”, at 17:00 SAST on 8 June 2023.
UCT ranks in top 1.4% of universities worldwide
UCT has been named the top university in Africa in the Center for World University Rankings.
Transgender youth explosion; early evaluation and support are vital
The surge of transgender youth is a worldwide phenomenon as easily accessible information and neuroscientific developments help them understand who they are.
Register: University of the Future Project launch
The Interim Vice-Chancellor together with the University of the Future Steering Committee invite you to the launch of the University of the Future project and workshop.