Posted on August 07, 2023
Two women researchers from the University of Pretoria (UP) – Dr Thobela Nkukwana and Dr Tafadzwa Mushonga – have been awarded places in the prestigious Horizons Institute Crucible Programme for 2023/2024.
Posted on August 03, 2023
Building trust in mediating conflict is crucial, and needs time and patience that is frequently lacking, writes UP’s Prof Adekeye Adebajo following a high-level policy dialogue on ‘Pax Africana and Africa’s post-cold war security architecture’.
Posted on August 01, 2023
Universities must play an active role in changing the society they form part of, Professor Chika Sehoole, Dean of UP’s Faculty of Education, told the recent Universities20 (Uni20) Conference in Pune, India.
Posted on July 31, 2023
UP student Zeenat Patel was selected based on her exceptional leadership qualities and community service.
Posted on July 31, 2023
UP law student Dimakatso Lekola was recently awarded the Ten Outstanding Young Persons prize in the Humanitarian & Leadership category by Junior Chamber International SA. He was recognised for his efforts in the education sector.
Posted on July 28, 2023
“As a leading academic institution, the University of Pretoria stands at the forefront of medical research and education. Our commitment to addressing public health challenges, including viral hepatitis, remains unwavering.”
Posted on July 25, 2023
“We always try to raise awareness among female learners, because getting more females into STEM is an important drive for us,” the Faculty said.
Posted on July 25, 2023
The conference drew 320 delegates from 43 countries who attended numerous meetings, seminars, presentations, lectures, discussions and more at various venues on the University of Pretoria’s Hatfield Campus.
Posted on July 24, 2023
Giving Matters is a three-year fundraising campaign aimed at raising R100 million by 2024 to supplement UP’s day-to-day fundraising projects which offer financial assistance to “missing middle” students.
Posted on July 17, 2023
Professor Adekeye Adebajo authored an article titled "French myth of equality exposed: Riots reveal anger of brutalised and marginalised black and brown populations in France" for Business Day on 17 July 2023.
Posted on July 14, 2023
The University of Pretoria proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of Professor Paxie Wanangwa Chirwa and Dr Daniel William Hart who use their scientific contributions to make today matter and create a better tomorrow.
Posted on July 13, 2023
Africa is trailing behind in efforts to meet the United Nations’ 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) but could catch up quickly by closing the gaps in scientific knowledge of the continent’s microbiomes, say experts.
Posted on July 12, 2023
Researchers say captive elephants’ body language shows they are affected by tourist walks and rides. An international research team observed how seven semi-captive elephants in Knysna moved their trunks, tails and bodies when tourists would feed, touch, ride or walk with them.
Posted on July 12, 2023
Deputy Dean of Research and Postgraduate Studies in UP’s Faculty of Health Sciences Prof Tivani Mashamba-Thompson emphasised the need for access to high-quality and timely diagnostic services in Sub-Saharan Africa in for stronger health systems.
Posted on July 11, 2023
Janet Reed, who recently graduated from UP as SA’s top nuclear medicine physician, said she was privileged to have trained under world-renowned nuclear physician Prof Mike Sathekge, Head of the Nuclear Medicine Department at UP.
Posted on July 10, 2023
A little really does go a long way – a once-off contribution of as little as R10 could make all the difference to a student in need. Please join us in making a difference on Giving Day.
Posted on July 10, 2023
The University of Pretoria's Faculty of Health Sciences recently hosted a distinguished delegation from the Global Health Education Group (GHEG), a mission-led enterprise backed by university partners.
Posted on July 07, 2023
Young professionals from Tiger Brands and UP joined forces to pack food parcels for students in need. “We do know from studies that there is a correlation between hunger and academic performance,” said Tiger Brands’ Busisiwe Matontsi.
Posted on July 06, 2023
UP recently hosted the presidents of the German Academic Exchange Service and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, organisations which have provided funding for at least 41 UP PhD and postdoctoral students since 2010.
Posted on July 06, 2023
‘It’s time for SA to take action against unemployment. We have lost ground. This is urgent. Our people want jobs,’ said Prof Tshilidzi Marwala, Rector of the UN University, speaking at a policy debate on unemployment held at UP's Future Africa.
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