University of Pretoria students prove science and rap music rock

Posted on August 30, 2021

"Vaccinate, let us try and heal the nation. Wait, but there’s a debate. People are wondering why we should vaccinate." These are the lyrics of a catchy rap song by UP medical student Rostum Ogbuehi that aims to promote vaccination.

UP’s Pre-University Academy collaborates with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University to take Mamelodi kids to the world – virtually

Posted on February 18, 2021

UP’s Pre-University Academy has collaborated with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University on a virtual project aimed at familiarising high school students with university campuses.

UP partners with Impact Catalyst to deliver primary healthcare to mining communities

Posted on October 15, 2020

The University of Pretoria’s (UP) Community Oriented Primary Care (COPC) Research Unit has been contributing its expertise around the Mogalakwena mine in Limpopo by equipping community healthcare workers with skills and knowledge through work-integrated learning sessions.

UP initiative helps create food security for vulnerable communities

Posted on September 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has left many without a source of income. This has had devastating effects on household food security, a disastrous reality which prompted the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Community Oriented Primary Care Research Unit (COPC), to start an initiative.