5th Afretec Conference held at Wits reflects on another year of remarkable achievements for network collaboration.

Through architecture, design and personal histories, this exhibition examines how space became integral to imagining and building a democratic future.

The neurotechnology stream of the Darkroom project asks: how might neurotechnology move responsibly from the lab into industry and the community?

Technology, innovation and research took centre stage as forestry experts examined opportunities to improve plantation productivity and sustainability.

Reasons to be Proud – #R2bP: Professor Adele Potgieter features in the cover story of the 2026 issue of The Leaders World entitled Inspiring Professors Driving Innovation and Impact.

In eThekwini, researchers have harnessed machine learning and satellite data to spot the city’s most landslide-prone zones.

South Africa’s school-based HPV vaccination programme is delivering measurable population-level benefits.

Professor Benjamin Rosman on The AI Lyceum, offering insights on curiosity-driven learning among others.

Expanding access to education must go hand in hand with creating the conditions for learners to participate meaningfully, complete their studies and realise their potential.

Head of Nelson Mandela University’s Department of Computing Sciences, and founder of Tangible Professor Jean Greyling, reflected on the project’s remarkable journey at the recent 4th Universities South Africa (USAf) Higher Education Conference.

Mandela University’s Dr Muedanyi Ramantswana, encouraged school learners at the recent Inkcubeko Youth Science Centre’s robotics competition in George to embrace technology and innovation.

“VUT honoured staff for 10 to 40 years of service, recognising their contribution to student success and the people behind […] The post VUT honours long-serving staff in a celebration of purpose and legacy first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT’s five-day Tech Entrepreneurship Bootcamp helped students test business ideas, understand customer needs and prepare to build sustainable ventures.” 28 […] The post VUT bootcamp challenges student entrepreneurs to turn ideas into solutions first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT’s Student Life Achievement Awards recognised student leaders and organisations for leadership, entrepreneurship, service and community engagement.” 28 October 2026 […] The post Student Life Achievement Awards celebrate campus leaders and organisations first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

About 85% of South African teachers say that they are satisfied with their chosen career.

“VUT Library’s Open Access Week webinar examined publishing costs, equitable access to research and agreements that support eligible authors.” 28 […] The post VUT Library webinar examines barriers to accessing and publishing research first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT alumna Nomfundo Vilakazi reflects on her career at Dis-Chem, the lessons of motherhood and helping others build meaningful careers.” […] The post VUT alumna Nomfundo Vilakazi puts people at the heart of leadership first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

The Faculty of Humanities at Sol Plaatje University, Kimberley, South Africa, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship for the 2026–2027 academic period in Heritage Studies, with a focus on Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) and Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH). We Read More ... The post Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Indigenous...

“VUT’s Student Motivational Seminar brought together about 400 students for examination guidance, financial literacy and the launch of AutoScholar.” 28 […] The post VUT seminar equips students to manage pressure ahead of examinations first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

Beyond producing graduates, how can university resources be used to address problems that people experience in their everyday lives?

Students link loadshedding to anxiety, disrupted rest and lower marks.

Xenophobia is not an accident of poverty or frustration. It’s political and rooted in distrust of economic and political systems.

UCT’s Development and Alumni Department celebrated donors and students in an evening of appreciation.

Academics, researchers and professional and administrative staff honoured for outstanding contributions.

Palaeontologists and paleo-communicators are invited to take part in an international survey, ahead of the 7th International Palaeontology Congress in Cape Town, from 30 November to 3 December 2026.

Emer Prof Silke Dyer discussed the ethics of partial ectogenesis during a lunch time lecture.

“VUT recognises top-performing maVUti ambassadors from five schools in Gauteng and the Free State with examination gifts to encourage academic […] The post VUT celebrates top-performing maVUti ambassadors with examination gifts first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT students explored budgeting, saving, investing and responsible borrowing at a financial wellness workshop hosted by the Alumni Office.” 22 […] The post VUT Alumni Office hosts financial wellness workshop first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

The Secretary to Convocation hereby invites all eligible members of the Sol Plaatje University Convocation to attend the Convocation General Meeting. As an alumnus or alumna of Sol Plaatje University, you automatically qualify for membership of the University’s Convocation. Meeting Read More ... The post Notice: Sol Plaatje University Convocation...

UCT is helping to shape global decisions on which TB drug candidates should advance.