Posted on August 16, 2023
In recognition of Women's Month, we celebrate the remarkable career of Prof Annie Joubert, a distinguished academic known for her exceptional mentorship of junior researchers and her significant contributions to research, teaching and learning. With an illustrious journey spanning over two...
Posted on August 16, 2023
As part of our Women in Science campaign for Women's Month, we are thrilled to showcase the remarkable achievements of Dr. Mankgopo M Kgatle in the field of translational research in Nuclear Medicine. We recognise her as a "Mover and Shaker," Dr. Kgatle's contributions have not only left an...
Posted on August 16, 2023
The Eersterust Community Health Centre (CHC) became a hub of interaction and raising awareness in the community as it hosted the "How to Master Diabetes" intervention session on August 16, 2023. This event was organised by final-year Dietetics students (Tayyibah Elimdeen,Katarina Makgato and...
Posted on August 15, 2023
UP’s high-tech business incubator, TuksNovation, is ranked 44th on the WURI Industrial Application ranking, while UP is ranked 101-200 in the WURI Global Top 100 Innovative Universities. UP is the only South African university ranked in the 2023 WURI.
Posted on August 11, 2023
Prof Skelton is a world-renowned child rights advocate, a professor of law at the University and the UNESCO Chair of Education Law in Africa at UP.
Posted on August 11, 2023
Men and women working in health sectors have called on global health leaders and institutions to recognise that women are ready for gender equality in global health leadership.
Posted on August 08, 2023
In honour of Women's Month, we proudly unveil our empowering campaign 'Women in Science,' dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary achievements of female scientists in their respective fields. Among these remarkable researchers is Prof Marietjie Venter, a true virology trailblazer, embodying...
Posted on August 08, 2023
As we commemorate Women's Month, our "Women in Science" campaign proudly spotlights Dr. Maurine Rofhiwa Musie, who stands out as a dedicated researcher in midwifery. Recognised in the young scientist category, Dr. Musie, an early-career Midwife Specialist and Midwifery educator at the University...
Posted on August 08, 2023
In a celebration of African talent spanning various fields, The African Child Your Time Is Now (ACYTIN) organisation, led by the acclaimed entrepreneur, author, and international speaker Anthea Thyssen-Ambursley, recently honoured a budding author, Kudakwashe Meja, a fourth-year Radiography...
Posted on August 08, 2023
Nestled on the Groenkloof Campus of the University of Pretoria, UP Bindery provides top-tier binding services catering to UP staff, esteemed students, academic departments and discerning private clients alike.
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 27, 2023
Conducted in English and simultaneously translated into Portuguese, the Leadership and Management Training for Impact in Malaria Eradication course aims to strengthen cross-border coherence and mitigate biases in malaria elimination efforts.
Posted on July 27, 2023
As Mental Illness Month draws to a close, it is essential to grasp the distinctions between "mental health" and "mental illness" to foster a deeper understanding of these interconnected concepts.
Posted on July 26, 2023
This issue features research from all of the University of Pretoria's nine faculties and our business school, the Gordan Institute of Business Science (GIBS) and shows how our research is opening a new world and a better future.
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 21, 2023
In a significant development for South Africa's health research sector, Prof. Mashamba-Thompson has been appointed as the Deputy Chairperson of the National Health Research Committee (NHRC) for the term 2023 - 2026. This esteemed appointment recognises Prof. Mashamba-Thompson's expertise and...
Posted on July 20, 2023
The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging has honoured UP’s Prof Mike Sathekge for his contributions to nuclear medicine, his cutting-edge research in theragnostics, and his dedication to providing quality patient care.
Posted on July 17, 2023
Congratulations to Professor Flavia Senkubuge, Deputy Dean Stakeholders at the Faculty of Health Sciences, on being featured in the esteemed Standard Bank Top Women Leaders publication. This recognition comes after the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa (CMSA) was awarded for the outstanding...
Posted on July 17, 2023
In the field of occupational therapy, women have historically dominated, playing a vital role in its growth and recognition worldwide. However, there is a noticeable trend of more men choosing to pursue occupational therapy internationally, although progress in South Africa has been slower. One...
Posted on July 12, 2023
We are delighted to announce that Professor Ryan Blumenthal from the University Of Pretoria Faculty Of Health Sciences has been named as a finalist in the prestigious annual National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF)/South32 Awards. The awards, often referred to as the 'Science Oscars' of South...
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