Posted on October 18, 2024
Minding and mending our ways Prof Wynand JvdM Steyn, Dean of the University of Pretoria (UP)’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology, delivered his inaugural address on 15 October 2024. The title of his presentation was “Minding and mending our...
Posted on October 18, 2024
Prof. Trevor Nyakudya, an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology at the University of Pretoria, has been appointed to two roles within the International Union of Physiological Sciences (IUPS). He will serve as co-chair of the IUPS Teaching Workshop Publicity Committee and as a member...
Posted on October 18, 2024
Joshuan du Toit, a second-year MBChB student at the University of Pretoria and resident at House Ukuthula, recently put his general knowledge to the test on Wie Word ’n Miljoenêr, impressing audiences with his calm composure and quick thinking. Competing against 5 other contestants,...
Posted on October 18, 2024
The University of Pretoria (UP) and African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) are excited to announce the official opening of the UP-ARM Virtual Conference Centre, a state-of-the-art facility aimed at enhancing collaboration between academia and industry.
Posted on October 17, 2024
The University of Pretoria (UP) honoured this year’s 19 UP-affiliated individuals who made the 2024 Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans list at a recent luncheon held on Hatfield campus. The number of alumni recognised this year amounts to about 9.5% of the 200 honourees.
Posted on October 17, 2024
INVESTING IN FUTURE LEADERS: UP recently welcomed the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority to its campus for a donor site visit. The event demonstrated the tangible impact of the authority’s bursary programme on students.
Posted on October 17, 2024
In today's world, values are more important than ever. As we celebrate World Values Day, let's explore how institutions like UP can use their values to drive positive change.
Posted on October 17, 2024
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria is proud to announce the reappointment of Professor Tivani Mashamba-Thompson, Deputy Dean of Research and Postgraduate Studies, to the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) Board as a Council on Higher Education representative. This...
Posted on October 16, 2024
AWARD NEWS: We’re singing the praises of UP’s Ovuwa cultural ensemble, which has been nominated for a South African Traditional Music Achievements Award! This nomination is a testament to UP’s commitment to cultural inclusivity and transformation. “This recognition affirms...
Posted on October 16, 2024
In a heartfelt tribute, three lecturers from the Department of Accounting at UP embarked on a Camino to raise funds for the Lizette Kotze Student Support Fund.
Posted on October 16, 2024
Food is more than sustenance; it carries immense cultural and social significance, uniting communities. Yet, food insecurity remains a critical challenge across Africa, exacerbated by the ongoing scarcity of resources. Professor Frans Swanepoel, Future Africa Research Chair for Sustainable Food...
Posted on October 15, 2024
South Africa can promote future investment and encourage corporate growth by addressing certain discrepancies in how the law treats business merger and amalgamation transactions. Section 44 of the Income Tax Act governs merger and amalgamation transactions from a tax perspective and provides for...
Posted on October 15, 2024
Tobias Niebuhr, medical alumnus from the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, has been awarded the prestigious Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship for 2025, marking the culmination of over a year of dedication and strategic decisions aimed at entering the field of digital...
Posted on October 14, 2024
In his inaugural address, Prof Petersen articulated his commitment to positioning UP as a global leader in higher education, fostering a caring and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation, he aims to steer the university...
Posted on October 14, 2024
7 October, marked a year of the genocide in Gaza being broadcast live to the world, one glaring issue remains unchallenged — Western political elites not only enable this atrocity but are deeply entwined in its perpetuation.
Posted on October 14, 2024
Associate Professor Adrino Mazenda of the School of Public Management and Administration writes that women-headed households in Liberia are affected by food insecurity due to inadequate food availability and lack of nutritious food. He says policy interventions that tackle the root causes of food...
Posted on October 14, 2024
Prof Michael Pepper, Director of the Institute for Cellular and Molecular Medicine and a professor in the Department of Immunology at the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Health Sciences, has been ranked as the top Biology and Biochemistry scientist in South Africa. This prestigious ranking...
Posted on October 11, 2024
World Astronomy Day: UP's Sci-Enza has launched 'Tuning into the Universe,' an illustrated booklet designed to inspire young minds with the wonders of astronomy! Perfect for Grades 4-6, but engaging for all ages, this booklet brings astronomy closer to young learners by introducing them to South...
Posted on October 11, 2024
A new study by the UP Centre for Mediation in Africa highlights the critical role of women traditional leaders in promoting peace and stability in South African communities. These leaders are often the first point of contact for residents seeking help, offering mediation, support, and guidance....
Posted on October 11, 2024
“The first 1 000 days of life is a time of tremendous potential and enormous vulnerability,” said Prof Ute Feucht, an expert in maternal and child health who is based at UP, during her highly anticipated inaugural address. Her lecture focused on how placental function, maternal health...
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