New Schools of H.O.P.E.

Posted on December 01, 2024

NGOs transforming rural communities. "Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow...

Co-creation engagement on the WHO Regional Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) EPR Hub

Posted on November 28, 2024

Representatives from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the University of Pretoria (UP), gathered to discuss a regional health innovation EPR Hub that would help Africa prepare for future health crises. The engagement was hosted on the Prinshof Campus of the University of Pretoria, by the...

Spotlight on Women’s Cancer Research at the Gynaecologic Oncology Unit’s Annual Research Day

Posted on November 26, 2024

On 19 November, the Gynaecologic Oncology Unit at the University of Pretoria hosted its annual Research Day to showcase its achievements and advancements in the field. The event was opened by Prof. Priya Soma-Pillay, Chair of the School of Medicine, who welcomed and expressed gratitude to the...

University of Pretoria’s UP ISMC wins prestigious GIBS Social Impact Award!

Posted on November 22, 2024

The UP through UP ISMC, has been honoured with GIBS Responsible Organisations – Social Impact Award

RE.SEARCH 10: Make today matter

Posted on November 22, 2024

The articles in this edition showcase work from all nine of our faculties, and underscore our University’s slogan ‘Make today matter’. RE.SEARCH has been named South Africa's top corporate publication as the winner of the 2024 SA Publication's Forum Awards. It is a runner up and...

World Diabetes Day: How UP is leading the integration of mental health into diabetes care

Posted on November 15, 2024

The theme for World Diabetes Day from 2024 to 2026 is ‘Diabetes and Well-being’, which highlights a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of diabetes care – mental health.

The School of Medicine hosts first annual Master’s Research Day

Posted on November 13, 2024

On November 13th, the School of Medicine proudly hosted its inaugural Master’s Research Day, an event dedicated to showcasing the diverse and impactful research conducted by its master’s students across clinical and basic sciences. This event served as a platform for fostering...

Standard Bank supports future healthcare professionals with R100,000 donation to UP’s Life Changers Fund

Posted on November 12, 2024

Standard Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to South Africa’s healthcare sector with a R100,000 donation to the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Life Changers Fund, an initiative aimed at supporting health sciences students facing financial challenges. The donation, made on 4 November...