Nelson Mandela University is honoured to announce the appointment of Professor Liesl Zühlke as the Honorary Professor linked to the medical school. Prof Zühlke, a paediatric cardiologist, is the Vice-President: Extramural Research and Internal Portfolio at the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC).

Professor Ramos Emmanuel Mabugu, Professor of Economics in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences examines one of Africa’s most pressing challenges – youth unemployment – in his latest article, Training young people for jobs: insights from 9 African countries Read More ... The post Training young people for jobs:...

Two teenagers who are members of the Youth Research Advisory Group linked to the South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative at UCT have won a global accolade.

The project aims to provide unbiased, science-based information about the region’s subsurface geology, using novel and non-invasive methods.

Lwando Matomane takes us inside the world of research librarianship and explains why the profession is more relevant than ever.

As the country celebrated three years since the South African Sign Language was enacted into law, UCT’s Disability Service has upped the ante on making local and international students and staff feel at home.

Reasons to be Proud - #R2bP: nGAP academic Dr Mosekama Osia Mokhele has successfully earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Disaster Management through a joint doctoral degree between Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and the University of the Free State.

Mandela University joined forces with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, the Missionvale Care Centre, Tidy NMB and community members to commemorate Mandela Day on 18 July.

A delegation of 10 Software Engineering students from Nelson Mandela University recently travelled to the University of Ghana to participate in the inaugural Digital Ubuntu: Pan-African Student Dialogues.

UCT alumni are working to stop financial scams in real time with a proactive solution: Orca Fraud.

South Africa needs a credible gas plan tied to procurement, infrastructure and industrial policy.

Gao Shanwen last year outraged the Chinese Communist Party leadership when he said China's official post-Covid-19 GDP numbers may not be accurate.

“The ancient fish traps stand out as some of the oldest forms of infrastructure found along coastlines in many parts of the world."

Scientists win in Lifetime, Healthy Ageing special theme, Researcher, and Innovation in SMMEs categories.

The Wits Email for Life allows our retirees to continue participating in the academic, professional and social communities that they helped to build.

Prof Rob Simmonds passed away on 4 July 2026 at the age of 60.

UCT student Isaac van der Merwe’s piano recital was his way of celebrating a venue that continues to shape him: The Baxter Theatre.

21 July 2026 | Author: By Professor Chengedzai Mafini, professor of supply chain management and Executive Dean of the Faculty […] The post South Africa’s supply chain wake-up call: professionalise or pay the price first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT alumna Dr Patricia Mathabe shares how her biotechnology education launched a global career in agricultural innovation, AI, research and […] The post From VUT to the world: Dr Patricia Mathabe cultivates agricultural innovation across four continents first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT marked Nelson Mandela Day by partnering with the CE7 community to establish a community garden and car wash, creating […] The post Beyond 67 minutes: VUT and partners create a lasting legacy in CE7 first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“Dr Idowu David Ibrahim has earned an NRF C2 rating, recognising his sustained research excellence, innovation and academic leadership at […] The post VUT’s Dr Idowu David Ibrahim earns prestigious NRF C2 research rating first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT alumnus Tshephang ‘Phasha’ Sekhukhune reflects on how his education at the University inspired a career dedicated to teacher development, […] The post From VUT graduate to education leader: Tshephang ‘Phasha’ Sekhukhune is shaping tomorrow’s classrooms first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT alumna and Associate Professor Dr Delia Oosthuizen shares how her VUT education inspired a distinguished career in teaching, research […] The post Prof Delia Oosthuizen: Building the next generation at the University that built her first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT’s Green Campus Initiative won the Best Behavioural Change and Awareness Programme Award at the 2026 Green Campuses Conference, showcasing […] The post VUT Green Campus Initiative wins national sustainability award first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT’s Faculty of Engineering and Technology marked Mandela Day by supporting Imfundo Yesizwe Secondary School with repairs and tutoring.” 21 […] The post VUT marks 60 years of service by empowering Zamdela learners on Mandela Day first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

“VUT, Eskom and DBE closed the 2026 Winter School, equipping 500+ Sedibeng Grade 12 learners with Maths and Physical Sciences […] The post Winter school closure sparks hope and readiness for matric exams first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.

The ENERGISE Centre will enable a Just Energy Transition through renewable energy, governance and innovative sustainable entrepreneurship.

The annual STEM MentHER induction ceremony took place on Friday, 17 July.

Innovation is often considered to be the purview of entrepreneurs and scientists, but sport has untapped potential too.

“VUT’s Professor Teboho Pitso was nominated for the 2026 ASSAf Humanities Book Award, recognising his contribution to African scholarship.” 20 […] The post VUT professor nominated for prestigious ASSAf Humanities Book Award first appeared on Vaal University of Technology.