University of Cape Town.
public university in Cape Town, South Africa
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
One to three months ago
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Charl Johannes van der Merwe graduated from UCT with a Master of Commerce and completed his BSc in agriculture at Stellenbosch University.Some support1 report
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A researcher conducts a study on the digital adult content economy hosted on the platform OnlyFans, involving South Africa and the University of Cape Town.Some support1 report
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Research from the University of Cape Town and ProPublica informs the needed constitutional approach for South Africa regarding AI bias.Some support1 report
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NSFAS owes outstanding payments to UCT, and the matter has appeared before the higher education committee.Some support1 report
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Researchers at the University of Cape Town developed a chemical-free system.Some support1 report
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Researchers are leading a water treatment project near Stellenbosch in the Western Cape.Some support1 report
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Kirsty Watermeyer holds a degree from the University of Cape Town, while RMB operates within Namibia.Some support1 report
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Tamil Nadu National Law University and University of Cape Town hosted a high-caliber negotiation competition in Delhi.Some support2 reports
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UCT students demanded NSFAS remove accommodation caps, and potential price gouging was reported to the Competition Commission.Some support2 reports
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University of Cape Town faces funding loss due to resolutions on Israeli policy, reflecting global economic status and South Africa's challenges.Some support2 reports
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Bridget James led a major study on whale recovery from the University of Cape Town.Some support1 report
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The University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch University, and WCG signed an MoU to establish a Triple Helix collaboration focused on capacity and skills development.Some support1 report
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A study from the University of Cape Town found that gold's safe haven status has diminished since the Covid-19 pandemic.Some support1 report
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University of Cape Town lost its top ranking position to Wits University.Some support2 reports
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President Cyril Ramaphosa is involved in research concerning national issues, conducted in collaboration with the University of Cape Town in South Africa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Experts from Stellenbosch University, South African National Biodiversity Institute, and University of Cape Town discuss AI in conservation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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UCT scholars and the Constitutional Court in South Africa discussed CCMA precedents regarding dishonesty, obstruction, and fraudulent sick notes.Some support1 report
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A study involving the University of Cape Town is assessing geological conditions for shale gas viability, informing resource development risk assessment.Some support5 reports
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Mark Solms, Chair of Neuropsychology at the University of Cape Town, discusses concepts first developed by Freud.Some support1 report
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Rhodes University, University of Cape Town, and University of Sheffield participated in a larger study, featuring researcher Heidi-Jayne Hawkins.Some support1 report
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A researcher from the University of Cape Town is serving at the South African Medical Research Council.Some support2 reports
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Several major South African universities, including UoJ, UCT, and Wits, are involved in plans to establish a new Centre of Excellence in the country.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Art market activity is now linked to local artists, involving George and the University of Cape Town.Some support1 report
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Michael Meadows, an emeritus professor at the University of Cape Town, is connected to Chifeng, which is located in Inner Mongolia.Some support1 report
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Richard Calland was appointed as an associate professor of public law at the University of Cape Town.Some support3 reports
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Around University of Cape Town this week
News at the entities that move University of Cape Town most-
National Student Financial Aid Scheme OperationalTreasury announced funding details for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme for Parliament consideration.Moves University of Cape Town
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Mark Oppenheimer StructuralMark Oppenheimer has been appointed as the president of the Institute of Race Relations.Moves University of Cape Town
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CCMA Mentioned togetherUnity defends workers at the workplace and CCMA, aiming to advance socialism and anti-imperialist unity.Moves University of Cape Town
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Ghana Mentioned togetherThe National Development Planning Commission guided national development planning in Ghana and made a call at the University of Ghana.Moves University of Cape Town
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Tanzania OperationalTanzania, Madagascar, and Mozambique are seeking collaboration in mining efforts during a conference held in Ghana.Moves University of Cape Town
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Stellenbosch University OperationalStellenbosch University hosted the African Maritime Security Forum in Accra on October 19, 2026.Moves University of Cape Town
Connections
The 36 strongest of 1,063, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Christopher Jack Structural
Christopher Jack is formally employed by the University of Cape Town.
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Mosa Moshabela Structural
Mosa Moshabela holds the formal leadership position of Vice-Chancellor at the University of Cape Town.
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Michael Meadows Structural
Michael Meadows holds the formal title of emeritus professor at the University of Cape Town.
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National Student Financial Aid Scheme Operational
UCT students actively protest and demand policy changes from NSFAS regarding accommodation caps, which has resulted in NSFAS owing outstanding payments to UCT.
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Karoo Structural
UCT provides academic findings on geology and resource potential that inform Karoo's operational risk assessment.
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Christopher Trisos Structural
Christopher Trisos serves as principal research officer at the University of Cape Town.
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Richard Calland Structural
Richard Calland holds the formal academic position of associate professor of public law at the University of Cape Town.
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WCG Operational
WCG provides short courses and master's degree inputs to the University of Cape Town through a capacity development MoU.
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Rhodes University Operational
The two universities are currently collaborating by jointly leading a larger study.
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Mark Oppenheimer Structural
Mark Oppenheimer holds the formal role of a Council member at the University of Cape Town.
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Ghana Mentioned together
The two entities collaborated on a co-authored study concerning climate services.
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Tanzania Operational
The two entities are actively collaborating on a co-authored study focused on climate services.
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Kevin Winter Structural
Kevin Winter is affiliated with the University of Cape Town as a researcher contributing to water treatment projects.
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Stellenbosch University Operational
Both universities are involved in a Triple Helix collaboration.
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South African Medical Research Council Structural
Functional dependency exists where researchers affiliated with UCT are employed or serve at SAMRC.
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ProPublica Operational
ProPublica's investigative reports serve as a source of information for academic research conducted by the University of Cape Town regarding AI bias.
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Heidi-Jayne Hawkins Structural
Heidi-Jayne Hawkins is employed as a researcher at the University of Cape Town.
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FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology Operational
Researchers from both institutions collaborate and publish joint findings.
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Madagascar Operational
The entities have actively collaborated on a co-authored study focused on climate services.
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Western Cape Operational
The relationship is defined by a formal MOU strengthening collaboration in research and innovation.
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Mark Solms Structural
Mark Solms holds the formal position of Chair of Neuropsychology at the University of Cape Town.
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World Bank Mentioned together
The relationship is noted as co-mentioned, where UCT's financial health is observed to reflect the broader global economic status.
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CCMA Mentioned together
UCT scholars cite CCMA precedents in their academic research.
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South African National Biodiversity Institute Operational
Experts from both institutions coordinate research discussions regarding AI in conservation.
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South Africa Shared context
UCT operates within the national context and economic challenges of South Africa, often informing national discourse.
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Goodluck Jonathan Mentioned together
Goodluck Jonathan referenced the University of Cape Town's ranking among the top 200 in his work.
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University of Sheffield Mentioned together
The two universities were co-mentioned as participants in a shared study.
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Kenya Operational
Kenya and the University of Cape Town have actively collaborated on a study concerning climate services.
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Bridget James Operational
Bridget James led a major study on whale recovery, likely affiliated with the University of Cape Town.
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George Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a shared thematic context involving art market activity and local artists.
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Sasol Operational
UCT researchers conduct studies focused on Sasol's industrial operations.
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Cape Town Shared context
University of Cape Town is physically located within the city of Cape Town.
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Earth Mentioned together
The two entities are co-mentioned in the context of scientific research focusing on Earth's deep interior.
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Africa Shared context
The University of Cape Town is mentioned within the geographical context of Africa.
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Queen Victoria Mentioned together
No evidence found linking Queen Victoria and University of Cape Town.
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Kirsty Watermeyer Mentioned together
No direct evidence found linking Kirsty Watermeyer and University of Cape Town.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
5 events- Charl Johannes van der Merwe graduated from UCT with a Master of Commerce and completed his BSc in agriculture at Stellenbosch University.
- A researcher conducts a study on the digital adult content economy hosted on the platform OnlyFans, involving South Africa and the University of Cape Town.
- Research from the University of Cape Town and ProPublica informs the needed constitutional approach for South Africa regarding AI bias.
- NSFAS owes outstanding payments to UCT, and the matter has appeared before the higher education committee.
- Researchers at the University of Cape Town developed a chemical-free system.
August 2026
8 events- Researchers are leading a water treatment project near Stellenbosch in the Western Cape.
- Kirsty Watermeyer holds a degree from the University of Cape Town, while RMB operates within Namibia.
- Tamil Nadu National Law University and University of Cape Town hosted a high-caliber negotiation competition in Delhi.
- UCT students demanded NSFAS remove accommodation caps, and potential price gouging was reported to the Competition Commission.
- University of Cape Town faces funding loss due to resolutions on Israeli policy, reflecting global economic status and South Africa's challenges.
- Bridget James led a major study on whale recovery from the University of Cape Town.
- The University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch University, and WCG signed an MoU to establish a Triple Helix collaboration focused on capacity and skills development.
- A study from the University of Cape Town found that gold's safe haven status has diminished since the Covid-19 pandemic.
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July 2026
6 events- University of Cape Town lost its top ranking position to Wits University.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa is involved in research concerning national issues, conducted in collaboration with the University of Cape Town in South Africa.
- UCT scholars and the Constitutional Court in South Africa discussed CCMA precedents regarding dishonesty, obstruction, and fraudulent sick notes.
- A study involving the University of Cape Town is assessing geological conditions for shale gas viability, informing resource development risk assessment.
- Mark Solms, Chair of Neuropsychology at the University of Cape Town, discusses concepts first developed by Freud.
- Rhodes University, University of Cape Town, and University of Sheffield participated in a larger study, featuring researcher Heidi-Jayne Hawkins.
June 2026
6 events- Experts from Stellenbosch University, South African National Biodiversity Institute, and University of Cape Town discuss AI in conservation.
- A researcher from the University of Cape Town is serving at the South African Medical Research Council.
- Several major South African universities, including UoJ, UCT, and Wits, are involved in plans to establish a new Centre of Excellence in the country.
- Art market activity is now linked to local artists, involving George and the University of Cape Town.
- Michael Meadows, an emeritus professor at the University of Cape Town, is connected to Chifeng, which is located in Inner Mongolia.
- Richard Calland was appointed as an associate professor of public law at the University of Cape Town.