Posted on July 01, 2021
A study co-authored by Dr Bernard Coetzee, a senior lecturer in the Department of Zoology and Entomology at the University of Pretoria (UP), has detailed how chance events could alter the Living Planet Index (LPI), a measure of the world’s biological diversity based on population trends.
Posted on June 28, 2021
UP has had two more subjects added to the Essential Science Indicators list. “This international recognition shows the commitment and dedication to excellence and the impact of our departments,” UP's Prof Barend Erasmus.
Posted on June 28, 2021
“The role of the media is to provide verified information to the public on health matters.” – UP VC Prof Tawana Kupe during an online dialogue on the function of media and social media in disseminating research findings.
Posted on June 25, 2021
UP Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Tawana Kupe was joined by academics and industry giants from all over the world.
Posted on June 25, 2021
Over the years, UP has had students and staff members working in various sectors featured on the #MG200Young list, furthering our aim to produce citizens who are committed to using their skillsets in service of society.
Posted on June 25, 2021
“Moot is a unique opportunity to meet like-minded students not only from your university but from all over the world,” says. Julia Tosi, law student and Chairperson of the UP Moot Society.
Posted on June 25, 2021
“Help your community intentionally and with passion,” says Lethabo Ntladi of UP RAG about the work of the student-led organisation and being involved in community upliftment.
Posted on June 24, 2021
UP students Aaron Bornmann and Joseph Nyamariwata are on their way to the AfricArena Grand Summit in December after their innovative startup, 123tutors, recently won Best Seed Pitch in the southern African round.
Posted on June 24, 2021
“The youth of 1976 realised their power, potential and purpose; we need to continue to be strong and courageous.” – Kory Shukrani Potgieter, entrepreneur and EnactusUP Chairperson on Youth Month.
Posted on June 22, 2021
UNICEF interns Georgina Glass and Danielle Oosthuizen share the impact their time at the Javett Art Centre at UP has had on them, what it takes to enter the art world as a young person and how art can heal communities.
Posted on June 21, 2021
The Engineering 4.0 building, whose structure UP’s Professor Wynand described as an impressive external envelope and meticulously designed flow patterns, reminiscent of a machine, was designed by ARC Architects.
Posted on June 19, 2021
Youth Month “is a reminder that we need to be at the forefront of the change we want to see, even if it means engaging in conversations that may be daunting to us,” says Semane Mokgohlwa.
Posted on June 18, 2021
“UP has a passion for partnerships with US universities.” – UP VC Prof Tawana Kupe during a webinar hosted by Center for Strategic and International Studies and Howard University’s Center for African Studies.
Posted on June 17, 2021
Business schools should proactively design practices that support marginalised faculty members, write UP’s Prof Jenny Hoobler and Alexis Smith Washington of Oklahoma State University’s Spears School of Business in Stillwater.
Posted on June 17, 2021
18-year-old UP student from Ivory Park, Tshepiso Malema, aims to instil hope in young people from less fortunate communities through his organisation, Tshepiso Malema Speaks.
Posted on June 16, 2021
“We need to instil the mindset that youth can create jobs & employ people.” – Nokuthula Nyamweda of the UN Development Programme who was part of the LeadUP discussion.
Posted on June 16, 2021
"Just as youth took a stand for a better future in 1976, so too does our collective future lie in the hands of young people." says Vice-Chancellor Professor Tawana Kupe.
Posted on June 15, 2021
Walk4Access is a student-led initiative that aims to raise awareness and funds to address the financial exclusion of students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Posted on June 15, 2021
16 June 1976 should serve as a stark reminder of the power and agency of young people when they face a colossal threat to their future, such as South Africa is once again teetering on, writes UP postgraduate student Edwin Smith.
Posted on June 15, 2021
Climate change in South Africa has major health risks associated with it, such as new vector-borne diseases emerging from heavy rainfall, malnutrition from poor food security caused by drought, and respiratory diseases caused by dust storms and air pollution.
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