Royal Society of SA honours UP honey bee research pioneer Prof Robin Crewe

Posted on November 13, 2025

PRETORIA – Emeritus Professor Robin Crewe from the University of Pretoria (UP) has been awarded the John F.W. Herschel Medal for 2026 by the Royal Society of South Africa (RSSAf).

From ancient wisdom flows modern water solutions

Posted on November 12, 2025

Highly sophisticated water management techniques of ancient civilisations demonstrate the ingenuity of inhabitants who lived with limited water. It appears we need to look to the past to ensure a stable water supply in the future.

‘Early visibility should not translate into lasting vulnerability’ – UP law expert on safeguarding the image rights of child athletes

Posted on November 11, 2025

Images of children participating in sport are widespread across social media, club websites, newsletters and broadcasts. While such images celebrate achievement and community, they also expose minors to risks such as exploitation, cyberbullying, identity theft and digital permanence. In South...

Billions lost to ‘presenteeism’- UP inaugural lecture spotlights business travel burnout

Posted on November 10, 2025

Despite the substantial value that business travel adds to economies and organisations, it can be a double-edged sword that leads to increased stress for employees. This was one of the key messages delivered by Professor Anneli Douglas of the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Department of...

2025 Diabetes Summit focuses on mental health in diabetes care

Posted on November 05, 2025

The University of Pretoria (UP) is a proud partner of the 2025 Diabetes Summit, which will gather leading minds from 11 to 13 November at The Radisson, OR Tambo in Gauteng, to champion the integration of mental health support into diabetes care.

A leg up on hypertension: UP-Adelaide study reveals why giraffes have long legs

Posted on November 03, 2025

A new study by researchers at the University of Pretoria (UP) and the University of Adelaide in Australia has revealed the real function of the giraffe’s long legs ¬– to reduce blood pressure.

Durban veterinarian warns dog-owners about trend of filming during snake-vs-dog standoffs

Posted on October 30, 2025

A Durban-based veterinarian is sounding the alarm bell about a troubling trend emerging during confrontations between dogs and snakes: dogs are increasingly being left to face off against venomous snakes – while their owners record the scene through windows. Reptile-aware vet and...

Prof Kgomotso Sibeko-Matjila elected President of PARSA

Posted on October 30, 2025

Prof Kgomotso Sibeko-Matjila from the Faculty of Veterinary Science's Veterinary Tropical Diseases Department (DVTD) was elected President of PARSA.