Posted on June 14, 2024
UP physiology lecturer Dr Abe Kasonga chats to us about his research, his role as a lecturer and overcoming uncertainty about his career choice, and offers advice to aspiring physiologists.
Posted on June 14, 2024
“Engaging in opportunities presented by institutions, both academic and non-academic, are invaluable in creating learning opportunities for youth,” says Robert May (20), chairperson of House Humanities in the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Humanities. He tells us more...
Posted on June 14, 2024
“With advancements in science and technology, activism in rights and freedoms, and an array of opportunities to learn and improve, today’s youth have the privilege of making informed choices of how to shape their lives, their future and the nation’s future,” says Irene...
Posted on June 14, 2024
Dr Bertha Jacobs, a senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Department of Consumer and Food Sciences, is among the latest cohort of UP academics who were recently allocated a National Research Foundation (NRF) rating in recognition of their contribution in their fields of study...
Posted on June 14, 2024
“We need to relieve people of negative ideas around blood donation by appealing to their human nature,” writes Dr Deborah Vaz’s of UP’s Department of Haematology in light of World Blood Donor Day, observed annually on 14 June.
Posted on June 14, 2024
UP student Dimakatso Lekola was recently awarded one of 10 prestigious Raising Legends Awards by the Hope Givers Foundation, in recognition of the work he’s already done – at age 23 – to improve his community.
Posted on June 14, 2024
This year, South Africa marks the 48th anniversary of the Soweto uprising, which began on 16 June 1976. Since 1994, Youth Day has been observed annually on this day as a tribute to those who paid a heavy price for challenging South Africa’s education system at the time.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
Posted on June 06, 2024
For his menu at his new restaurant in Rosebank, chef Dario de Angeli uses some plants form UP's Future Africa garden.
Posted on June 04, 2024
South Africa’s election has produced a stunning result, with the ruling African National Congress losing its majority for the first time since 1994, when Nelson Mandela led the party to its first post-apartheid victory. The ANC will now have to form a coalition government – and may...
Posted on June 04, 2024
University of Pretoria (UP) scientists have contributed to discovering how the naked mole rat is able to withstand heart attacks and fend off bowel cancer, two of the most fatal human ailments in the developed world. Their findings were published recently in two Nature Communications papers.
Posted on June 03, 2024
UP recently joined the global celebration of World Intellectual Property Day by hosting an event that focused on how intellectual property rights play a critical role in achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Posted on June 03, 2024
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