Posted on August 09, 2024
UP's Prof Nasima Carrim, newly appointed President of SIOPSA says persistence has been the winning recipe behind her career successes. "I believe in the adage: ‘It's better to have tried and failed than not have tried at all.’ When I fail, I go to plan B and try again," she says.
Posted on August 08, 2024
“Having women politicians is not enough to protect women’s rights – it is important to have feminist leaders who are conscious of the plight of women,” writes political science expert Dr Zainab Monisola Olaitan, a postdoctoral Fellow at UP’s Centre for Human Rights.
Posted on August 08, 2024
Diabetes can be prevented, treated and managed. No one should be left behind," said Dr Patrick Ngassa Piotie, Chairperson of the South African Diabetes Alliance and Co-Founder of the University of Pretoria's Diabetes Research Centre.
Posted on August 08, 2024
The E-Education Group at the University of Pretoria (UP) recently received an Anthology Catalyst Award for Training & Professional Development, recognising its exceptional contributions to education. The international Catalyst Awards celebrate excellence and innovation, and acknowledge...
Posted on August 07, 2024
Bes Liebenberg, Head of Student Wellness at UP, recently spoke at the 'Supporting At-Risk and Struggling Students' conference in Johannesburg. She highlighted the importance of addressing basic needs and providing comprehensive student support for academic success. Learn how UP is fostering...
Posted on August 06, 2024
In a world where systemic barriers often hinder the progress of marginalised groups, the role of black female leaders transcends personal achievement.
Posted on August 02, 2024
Uthando Baduza has been appointed as curator of Art Exhibitions and Galleries for the University of Pretoria (UP) Museums. His credentials include a master’s in Public and Visual History (cum laude) from the University of the Western Cape; experience at the Red Location Art Gallery in...
Posted on August 02, 2024
Congratulations to UP alumnus Elmariese Vermeulen, who has made the 2024 Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans list in the Legal Services category! She tells us more about the legal services app that she developed and what this nod of approval means to her.
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