Posted on August 30, 2024
These are the wise words of UP alumna Luyanda Mthethwa, who helps organisations minimise their environmental impact and their ability to adapt to climate change. She chats about her interest in sustainable practices, offers advice to aspiring change-makers and shares what making the Mail &...
Posted on August 30, 2024
“By keeping the memory of the disappeared alive, society can challenge the culture of silence and impunity that allows these crimes to continue,” writes Wilmore Tendai Chisiiwa, LLD (PhD) candidate at UP, about the importance of observing the International Day of the Victims of...
Posted on August 30, 2024
“Cultural tourism holds immense potential to alleviate poverty, and ensure inclusive growth and socio-economic development in South Africa,” writes Prof Anneli Douglas of UP’s Department of Marketing Management ahead of Tourism Month.
Posted on August 30, 2024
Professor Carolina Koornhof will soon be retiring from UP after almost 30 years of service.
Posted on August 30, 2024
UP invites people to nominate one (1) candidate to serve on the Council of the University in the category of members with expertise and experience.
Posted on August 29, 2024
The Cannabis Organisation of UP recently hosted a webinar featuring three experts, who shed light on the scientific factors that make cannabis use potentially risky and, equally, sometimes beneficial.
Posted on August 28, 2024
The national Department of Science and Innovation has tasked UP with bringing all publicly funded cancer research and innovation across the country together into a single, coherent national research strategy.
Posted on August 28, 2024
20 YEARS STRONG! JuniorTukkie’s 20th anniversary celebrations demonstrated the impact that the UP programme has had on students. The celebration illustrated JuniorTukkie’s commitment to creating a vibrant and engaging community for learners as they continue to provide comprehensive...
Posted on August 26, 2024
The Data Science Law Lab at UP’s Faculty of Law held a policy hackathon for postgraduate students to brainstorm policy solutions that address issues around AI and data privacy in public health and children’s privacy online.
Posted on August 26, 2024
During a recent lecture Dr Mark Penning, UP alumnus and he Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science & Environment team, urged vets to focus on holistic animal well-being.
Posted on August 26, 2024
RE.SEARCH 9 is our most novel edition yet. In it, we have featured research that encourages us to think afresh, and is doing so, we’ve highlighted new ways of looking at research. You can expect to read about research that has potential and promise for the future but which is still nascent...
Posted on August 23, 2024
In celebration of Women’s Month, we spotlight economic analyst Kagiso Mamabolo’s journey from the lecture halls of UP to the corridors of the Parliamentary Budget Office. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of education.
Posted on August 23, 2024
We sat down with UP alumna Mahlatse Ramoroka to learn about her inspiring journey in international development, and advocating for human rights and gender equality.
Posted on August 23, 2024
“Different leaders would be successful under certain conditions within certain contexts or phases of organisational growth,” says Prof Caren Scheepers of GIBS about her leadership studies, which have earned her a C2 rating from the National Research Foundation.
Posted on August 23, 2024
Dr Shingairai Chigeza, a senior lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pretoria, writes about the importance of enriching women’s relational well-being for broader societal impact.
Posted on August 23, 2024
Mashile, an emerging researcher who has a background in accounting education, was selected from hundreds of applications to be an IFAC member.
Posted on August 23, 2024
“Our vision is to integrate community engagement with all aspects of university work,” said Stephen Davenport, Assistant Vice-President for Social and Economic Development at Virginia Commonwealth University in the US, who addressed a UP audience on procurement practices as a pathway...
Posted on August 23, 2024
“I hope that my work and determination inspire young scientists to persevere in their efforts until we find lasting solutions to address cancer in Africa,” says Prof Dlamini.
Posted on August 23, 2024
Internationally acclaimed author Amitav Ghosh will be speaking at the University of Pretoria’s Javett Arts Centre on 13 September.
Posted on August 22, 2024
According to Thembi Tlale, Social media is a formidable force that shouldn't be underestimated in the quest to empower women in the sciences and higher education.
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