Whilst visiting UCT recently my international colleagues and I had the opportunity to meet with Prof Raj S. Ramesar, Head of the Department of Pathology, Head of the Division of Human Genetics. What he explained to us was intriguing. With a focus on Identified familial cancers predominant in the Northern Cape (under-resourced and sparsely-populated), this […]
Read MoreDigital learning at SA universities
Even before COVID-19 necessitated the closure of South African universities, and the move towards distance and digital learning, SA universities were already discussing changes in the landscape. An Article from April 2019 explains this. The Vice-Chancellor’s recent Live discussion with alumni on UCT’s response to the pandemic further emphasised the fact that UCT in particular […]
Read MoreDistinguishing UCT Campaign draws to a close
December saw the close-off of the five-year Distinguishing UCT Campaign. The aim of this campaign was to raise funds for the unrestricted endowment, allowing to university to meet many of its priorities which include infrastructure, strategic projects, bursaries and student financial aid. We reach out to thank all of you who contributed to raising over […]
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