A triumph for Africa: University of Pretoria achieves unprecedented global success in 2024 THE Impact Rankings

Posted on June 14, 2024

The University of Pretoria (UP) has entered the top 50 in the global 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for the first time, jumping to 42nd in the world in 2024 from 69th in 2023.

UP study reveals impact of office gossip on black gay and lesbian individuals in workplaces

Posted on June 14, 2024

A study by University of Pretoria (UP) researchers that investigated the effects of office gossip on black gay and lesbian South Africans has revealed the significant challenges faced by these individuals in South African workplaces.

UP Introduces Doctorate of Education for Professionals, First of its Kind in SA

Posted on June 11, 2024

EXCITING FIRST! UP’s Faculty of Education has launched a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership and Management – the first programme of its kind in SA. The programme is designed for high-level professional development. Applications for the 2025 intake are open until 31...

South Africa desperately needs a culture of excellence

Posted on June 10, 2024

My term as Chairperson of Council at the University of Pretoria – or UP as we call it – comes to an end in June. Council is responsible for the governance, strategy and sustainability of the University.

Most Improved – Sub-Saharan Africa: UP’s climb in QS World University Rankings receives the nod

Posted on June 07, 2024

UP’s remarkable climb in QS World University Rankings has been recognised with the ‘Most Improved – Sub-Saharan Africa Award’. The University's gradual rise in the rankings over the past 5 years saw it climb from the 501-650 band to number 353 out of 1500 universities...

Future Africa celebrates five years as ‘neutral space for big ideas’

Posted on June 07, 2024

FIVE YEARS OF FUTURE AFRICA: Since inception it has hosted some 3,000 events and 66,000 delegates from all over the world. Now it's looking ahead to the next five years.

UP culinary arts students impress guests with dishes made from indigenous and orphan crops

Posted on June 07, 2024

Culinary Arts students from UP’s Department of Consumer and Food Sciences recently organised an enticing Indigenous and Orphan Crops Dinner, showcasing innovative dishes that contribute to enhancing genetic diversity in the food system.

UP hosts universities from six continents for Worldwide Universities Network AGM

Posted on June 06, 2024

UP recently hosted the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) AGM, which gathered university leaders from around the world for a transformative meeting of minds. From policy discussions to business networking, it was a hub of innovation.