Posted on September 07, 2024
At a time when most people are considering retirement, Peet Bloem (66) made the bold decision to pursue his lifelong calling of becoming a minister. After a distinguished 36-year career at Sasol, Bloem took the leap and enrolled at the University of Pretoria (UP) to study theology full-time.
Posted on September 06, 2024
"At UP, we believe in the transformative power of research, and this ranking reaffirms our standing as a research-intensive institution dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge and contributing meaningfully to global scholarship,” said Professor Sunil Maharaj, UP Vice-Principal for...
Posted on September 06, 2024
Celeste Fourie discovered she had a brain tumour while studying for a master’s degree in meteorology at the University of Pretoria (UP) in 2022. “I was overcome with joy and tremendous relief,” she says. “With all the challenges, I was happy to reach the finish line. But...
Posted on September 06, 2024
Building a life together as newlyweds is already a challenge for most. Add to that studying for a doctorate, and it takes ‘couple goals’ to a new level. But for Jean-Pierre Stander (28) and René Stander (27), who both graduated with PhDs in Mathematical Statistics at the University...
Posted on September 05, 2024
Yesterday at the Paris Paralympic Games, Donald Ramphadi and Lucas Sithole won bronze in the men's quad-doubles, beating Brazil's Leandro Pena and Ymanitu Silva. It is the first time African wheelchair players have medaled at the Games.
Posted on September 05, 2024
NO MOUNTAIN TOO HIGH: Meet new UP PhD graduate Dr Hanri Kriel, who shares her story of living with Miller syndrome and overcoming the challenges that came with hearing loss.
Posted on September 04, 2024
The University of Pretoria has awarded one of South Africa’s most celebrated Afrikaans poets, Professor Antjie Krog, an honorary doctorate in recognition of her contributions to literature, language and social justice.
Posted on September 04, 2024
A major driver of the climate crisis is the global culture of consumerism and the consequent increase in household waste. It is this issue that sparked the research conducted by recent Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marketing Management graduate and UP lecturer Dr Euodia Botha
Posted on September 03, 2024
New UP master’s degree graduate Seipati Lepele’s research could help build greater stability in South Africa’s banking system.
Posted on September 03, 2024
South Africa's built environment professionals gathered at the University of Pretoria for the annual #BIMHarambeeAfrica conference, hosted by the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology in collaboration with BIMcommUNITY.Africa.
Posted on September 02, 2024
UP’s Spring Graduation ceremonies are under way! It will be conferring degrees, diplomas and certificates on over 2000 students this week, with more than 26% receiving donor-funded support.
Posted on August 30, 2024
Young people say a key factor in encouraging more girls to take up studies and careers in scientific fields is support from successful women academics. This was a key message from the three youngest speakers at the UP’s 6th Women in Science Symposium.
Posted on August 30, 2024
These are the wise words of UP alumna Luyanda Mthethwa, who helps organisations minimise their environmental impact and their ability to adapt to climate change. She chats about her interest in sustainable practices, offers advice to aspiring change-makers and shares what making the Mail &...
Posted on August 30, 2024
“By keeping the memory of the disappeared alive, society can challenge the culture of silence and impunity that allows these crimes to continue,” writes Wilmore Tendai Chisiiwa, LLD (PhD) candidate at UP, about the importance of observing the International Day of the Victims of...
Posted on August 30, 2024
“Cultural tourism holds immense potential to alleviate poverty, and ensure inclusive growth and socio-economic development in South Africa,” writes Prof Anneli Douglas of UP’s Department of Marketing Management ahead of Tourism Month.
Posted on August 30, 2024
Professor Carolina Koornhof will soon be retiring from UP after almost 30 years of service.
Posted on August 30, 2024
UP invites people to nominate one (1) candidate to serve on the Council of the University in the category of members with expertise and experience.
Posted on August 29, 2024
The Cannabis Organisation of UP recently hosted a webinar featuring three experts, who shed light on the scientific factors that make cannabis use potentially risky and, equally, sometimes beneficial.
Posted on August 28, 2024
The national Department of Science and Innovation has tasked UP with bringing all publicly funded cancer research and innovation across the country together into a single, coherent national research strategy.
Posted on August 28, 2024
20 YEARS STRONG! JuniorTukkie’s 20th anniversary celebrations demonstrated the impact that the UP programme has had on students. The celebration illustrated JuniorTukkie’s commitment to creating a vibrant and engaging community for learners as they continue to provide comprehensive...
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