RE.SEARCH 9: What if? 

Posted on August 26, 2024

RE.SEARCH 9 is our most novel edition yet. In it, we have featured research that encourages us to think afresh, and is doing so, we’ve highlighted new ways of looking at research. You can expect to read about research that has potential and promise for the future but which is still nascent...

#WomenOfUP: ‘Take up space unapologetically’ – UP alumna

Posted on August 23, 2024

In celebration of Women’s Month, we spotlight economic analyst Kagiso Mamabolo’s journey from the lecture halls of UP to the corridors of the Parliamentary Budget Office. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of education.

#WomenofUP: A step in the right(s) direction

Posted on August 23, 2024

We sat down with UP alumna Mahlatse Ramoroka to learn about her inspiring journey in international development, and advocating for human rights and gender equality.

‘Context matters to leadership’ – GIBS researcher

Posted on August 23, 2024

“Different leaders would be successful under certain conditions within certain contexts or phases of organisational growth,” says Prof Caren Scheepers of GIBS about her leadership studies, which have earned her a C2 rating from the National Research Foundation.

UP EXPERT OPINION: ‘The relational well-being of women is key to a healthy and thriving society’

Posted on August 23, 2024

Dr Shingairai Chigeza, a senior lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pretoria, writes about the importance of enriching women’s relational well-being for broader societal impact.

Young UP lecturer to serve on global accounting body

Posted on August 23, 2024

Mashile, an emerging researcher who has a background in accounting education, was selected from hundreds of applications to be an IFAC member.

UP hosts US academic for seminar on bridging universities and communities

Posted on August 23, 2024

“Our vision is to integrate community engagement with all aspects of university work,” said Stephen Davenport, Assistant Vice-President for Social and Economic Development at Virginia Commonwealth University in the US, who addressed a UP audience on procurement practices as a pathway...

#WomenOfUP: Prof Zodwa Dlamini honoured at SA Women in Science Awards

Posted on August 23, 2024

“I hope that my work and determination inspire young scientists to persevere in their efforts until we find lasting solutions to address cancer in Africa,” says Prof Dlamini.