Posted on March 22, 2023
UP associate & FSNet-Africa fellow Dr Nana Kwapong highlights the importance of fresh water in a research study where she looks at climate-smart agricultural practices in Ghana.
Posted on March 22, 2023
21 subjects offered at UP have been ranked in the 2023 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World Rankings by Subject. Of the 21 disciplines in which UP was ranked this year, eight are rated first in South Africa.
Posted on March 21, 2023
In light of Human Rights Day, Centre for Argumentative and Alternative Communication Professor Juan Bornman writes that we need communication to show that we are contributing members of society who should be treated with dignity and respect.
Posted on March 21, 2023
The University of Pretoria is committed to a culture of non-racism and entrenching ideals that uphold human rights, tolerance and respect for each individual.
Posted on March 16, 2023
SCIENCE IS FOR EVERYONE! UP’s Sci-Enza science centre recently visited 19 primary schools across Tshwane to introduce young learners to the wonders of science – in particular, coding and robotics.
Posted on March 16, 2023
In his latest column for the Business Day, Professor Adekeye Adebajo reflects on the outcome of the recent elections in Nigeria and the prospect for Nigeria moving forward.
Posted on March 16, 2023
All eyes are on the new Minister of Electricity. Does he have what it takes to resolve the energy crisis? Or will his appointment further obfuscate an already incoherent portfolio? UP’s Prof David Richard Walwyn has some advice.
Posted on March 15, 2023
Prof Sunil Maharaj, UP Vice-Principal for Research, Innovation and Postgraduate Education, congratulated the researchers for their success in their research goals and in boosting UP’s reputation as one of Africa’s best research institutions.
Posted on March 15, 2023
UP's Prof Vukosi Marivate, has been accepted into the Forum of Young Global Leaders, joining a global network of over 1 500 members and alumni from 120 countries who are leading governments and Fortune 500 companies.
Posted on March 15, 2023
A University of Pretoria (UP) study has shown that playing soothing classical music to dairy cows lowers their stress levels and increases their milk production.
Posted on March 15, 2023
Starting your career as a university student can be a daunting task indeed, given all the adjustments which come with leaving home and high school, family and friends behind.
Posted on March 13, 2023
Under the theme ‘Exploiting Global Networks for the Fight Against Cancer in Africa: Advancing Prevention and Transforming Care’, the meeting brought together cancer researchers from across the world.
Posted on March 08, 2023
The Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that if women had the same access as men to production resources such as information, seeds, fertiliser, extension services, markets, and technologies, agricultural yields on their farms could increase by 20 – 30%.
Posted on March 07, 2023
UP has won the LinkedIn Talent Award for Best Employer Brand on LinkedIn, while UP’s Gordon Institute of Business Science has won the award for Learning Champion.
Posted on March 06, 2023
UP recently hosted a delegation including the Lithuanian ambassador to South Africa and representatives from several Lithuanian universities to discuss existing academic collaborations and to forge new ones.
Posted on March 06, 2023
Collaboration between industry and academia ensures that graduates are industry-ready and relevant, says project leader and Head of the Department of Informatics Prof Hanlie Smuts about the partnership with Direct Transact.
Posted on March 03, 2023
When hearing aids are not enough, cochlear implants are the next step to alleviate hearing loss. But they are not for everyone. A transdisciplinary research team aims to customise each device and enhance the benefit for users of these devices.
Posted on March 02, 2023
In a year that brought artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to the fore in a much stronger way than before, it is essential to demonstrate our authentic wisdom and empathy as engineers in all we do, says Prof Wynand JvdM Steyn, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and...
Posted on March 02, 2023
Dr Sansia Blackmore of the African Tax Institute writes that selfless pragmatism towards the greater good was absent during the 2023 State of the Nation address, when politicians in positions of privilege and power applauded the declaration that 'no one will be left behind.
Posted on March 01, 2023
In his monthly message, Prof Tawana Kupe highlights March's key dates. These include World Book Day, International Women’s Day and Human Rights Day. “We must join the fight for women’s equality because women’s rights are human rights,” he says.
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