Posted on August 22, 2024
UP’s Tendai Mbanje analyses Botswana's readiness for the 2024 elections, focusing on key issues like the electoral framework and voter registration. Is the country prepared for a smooth and fair election?
Posted on August 21, 2024
UP and EyeBrainGym recently hosted the inaugural Reading Riot competition national finals, an initiative that promotes literacy and comprehension skills, and fosters a love of reading among learners across South Africa
Posted on August 20, 2024
In his Business Day column, Professor Adekeye Adebajo argues that global Africans are true symbols of the globalisation of cultural identities.
Posted on August 20, 2024
The mosquito is the deadliest animal in the world, killing more than 700 000 people each year.
Posted on August 17, 2024
Discover why joining UP could be the best decision you ever make! From world-class facilities to unmatched academic excellence, learn what makes UP a top choice for students worldwide.
Posted on August 16, 2024
UP’s 6th Annual Women in Science Symposium brought together prominent women to discuss the leadership roles of women in science. From inspiring stories to addressing challenges in STEM, this event was a powerful reflection on gender equality and sustainability.
Posted on August 16, 2024
The world is plagued with numerous challenges including climate change, diseases, poverty and malnutrition, with the negative impacts most felt in developing economies.
Posted on August 16, 2024
In a world where systemic barriers often hinder the progress of marginalised groups, the role of black female leaders transcends personal achievement.
Posted on August 16, 2024
With growing pressure to cut carbon emissions, innovations like ‘green steel’ are coming into their own. “Green steel comes with challenges, but these should be viewed as opportunities,” said UP’s Prof Charles Siyasiya during his inaugural address.
Posted on August 16, 2024
University of Pretoria (UP) alumnus Dinashaneng Sammy Mamogobo (23) recently received the 2024 African Honoree Authors’ Award in recognition of his contributions to promoting African languages and literature.
Posted on August 15, 2024
In her insightful piece Dr Rakeshnie Ramoutar-Prieschl, explores the seismic shift in gender roles in STEM fields.
Posted on August 14, 2024
International students collaborated on groundbreaking solutions for a sustainable future as UP hosted a transcultural student research group from Germany’s Zeppelin University.
Posted on August 14, 2024
Two internationally renowned professors from UP's Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and founding members of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI), Profs Mike and Brenda Wingfield, were recently honoured by IUFRO
Posted on August 14, 2024
New research by scientists at the University of Pretoria (UP) has shown that pulse oximeters, originally designed for humans, can be used more effectively to monitor the blood oxygen levels of rhinoceroses who are under anaesthesia and immobilised – by attaching them at an unusual site: the...
Posted on August 13, 2024
Bes Liebenberg, Head of Student Wellness at UP, has been honoured as the first South African and first woman outside the US to join the Parthenon Society of ACUHO-I. This prestigious recognition highlights her exceptional contributions to campus housing and student support.
Posted on August 13, 2024
In her insightful op-ed, Dr Clarietta Chagwiza highlights the crucial role of science in addressing pervasive inequalities that hinder progress in developing economies. From gender and income disparities to unequal access to technology and education, these challenges prevent us from achieving the...
Posted on August 13, 2024
Women’s Month: Focus on PhD candidate Rimbilana Shingange
Posted on August 12, 2024
The University of Pretoria and the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme recently hosted a launch event for the 2024 cohort of scholars, heralding the second phase of this pioneering partnership.
Posted on August 12, 2024
Nonprofit Welcomes Leaders from ACLU, Brown University, Capital One, Ford Foundation, Microsoft, and University of Pretoria.
Posted on August 12, 2024
The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) co-hosted the first Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business Conference on African soil, on 25 and 26 July 2024 under the theme "Empowering Future...
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