UP honours Prof Makhosazana Xaba, award-winning writer, poet and feminist scholar, with honorary doctorate

Posted on May 15, 2025

The University of Pretoria (UP) has conferred an honorary doctorate on Associate Professor Makhosazana Xaba, an award-winning poet, short story writer, essayist and editor, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to literature, feminist thought and cultural activism in South Africa.

The Future Is Built on Ideas — Share Yours Today!

Posted on May 14, 2025

Dear colleagues, I recently announced the launch of the University of Pretoria’s new Digital Transformation Hub website as well as introduced the Idea Management System — our platform for reimagining how we work, teach, research and serve. Now, it’s your turn to lead the charge.

Global artificial intelligence expert Prof Tshilidzi Marwala awarded honorary doctorate by UP

Posted on May 13, 2025

The University of Pretoria has conferred an honorary doctorate on Professor Tshilidzi Marwala

Research by UP master’s graduate seeks to provide justice to victims of sexual assault

Posted on May 13, 2025

University of Pretoria (UP) graduate Maikeleng Ledimo will be graduating in May with a master’s in Nursing Science (Research). Her research focuses on the importance of accurately completing the J88 form – a medico-legal document used to record the findings of a medical examination in...

Investing in agriculture reduces poverty and inequality: economic model finds the best funding mix for 10 African countries

Posted on May 13, 2025

Research by Professors Margaret Chitiga-Mabugu and Ramos Emmanuel Mabugu found that investing aggressively in agriculture, using a mix of external and domestic fiscal sources to tackle poverty and inequality and achieve inclusive economic growth.

UP signs MoU with Rutgers University of New Jersey to promote ongoing cooperation

Posted on May 12, 2025

PRETORIA – The University of Pretoria (UP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, to promote ongoing cooperation between the two institutions and achieve maximum mutual benefits. This broad institutional agreement encompasses all...

Master’s research by UP theology graduate holds promise of promoting restorative justice

Posted on May 12, 2025

A University of Pretoria (UP) theology graduate has made a significant contribution to the field of correctional dynamics with her research on the complex relationships between correctional officials and inmates. In her study, Fredolene Manganye, who graduated with a master’s degree from...

UP EXPERT OPINION: Global Employee Health and Fitness Month: ‘Wellness should move from the periphery to the core of workplace strategy’ – UP exercise scientist

Posted on May 12, 2025

Every May, Global Employee Health and Fitness Month is commemorated