We invite you to a special Valedictory Lecture on 22 May 24 from 18:00 delivered by the outgoing Head of the Department of Medicine, Prof Ntobeko Ntusi, titled 'Leading in Complexity - Reflections from a Chair of Medicine'.
RSVP Here: bit.ly/3y40ezN (link in bio)

The premier #familymedicine and #primarycare and #primaryhealthcare conference in South Africa. Wonca Africa WONCA

A partnership between UCT School of Public Health and DCCT (Deaf Community of Cape Town), led by site facilitator, Fiona Jordaan, provided new opportunities for health promotion in our #HealthInContext course. The students explored the overlooked topic of mental health in the deaf community.

Antibiotic resistance is an important public health issue that needs to be addressed with urgency. Our 4th year med students explored this issue and implemented a fun intervention to raise awareness among the Heideveld community. UCT School of Public Health UCT Health Sciences Nisha Jacob

Our #HealthInContext 4th year med students in Heideveld and site facilitator, Baheya Najaar, explored the issue of prescription medication sharing and the consequences of this dangerous practice
UCT School of Public Health UCT Health Sciences Nisha Jacob

A humanist with an unblinking gaze – Professor Ntobeko Ntusi takes the hot-seat at the South African Medical Research Council

Prof Ntobeko Ntusi may be softspoken, but he is not afraid to stand by his strongly held views. As he is set to take up the hot-seat at the country’s primary…

[VIDEO] UCT's Open Day on Saturday, 4 May 2024 was an outstanding success, providing prospective students with an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the diverse spectrum of undergraduate study options available at UCT.

With an extensive line-up of activities and resources,…

Today I sat among giants. Humbling to be included in this panel discussion. Department of Family, Community & Emergency Care UCT Health Sciences

We spent a very productive morning with community & government stakeholders in the #SaldanhaBay sub-district in preparation for the #COPC initiatives, which form part of the UCT Healthy Futures South Africa project, funded by Mastercard Foundation. Thanks to our host, Genesis Hub.

AKTO Innovate in South Africa: Frugal Innovation Design Conference gathers leaders, innovators, and visionaries from South Africa and worldwide to explore innovative solutions for challenges in resource-limited settings.

14 - 17 May 2024, University of Cape Town.

This series…

The Pan African Health Sciences Forum invites you to an in-person Africa Day Celebration and Lecture on Monday, 20 May 2024, from 16:00 in the Neuroscience Institute Auditorium.
RSVP here - bit.ly/3QAU8NJ

Please RSVP by 17 May 2024 for catering purposes.

On Thursday, 9 May 2024, the UCT Students’ Representative Council (SRC) will co-host a political debate featuring senior representatives from Action SA, ANC, Build One South Africa, DA, EFF, Good Party, and Rise Mzansi. Read more: qr.link/eJYaTA

Excited to host and learn from Sebastián Lehuedé in this upcoming webinar where he critically reflects on digital sovereignty frameworks as a decolonial option.

📆 Thursday 9th May, 2024.
🕑 13:00-14:00 SAST
Register here: bit.ly/4aXNTvA

I had an honor of doing Instagram take over for UCT UCT Health Sciences today for the Open day.

I’m forever grateful for the opportunity 🔥🚀 #education #uct #uct openday

Bongani Mayosi Health Sciences Library (BMHSL) gearing up for UCT Open Day Saturday 4 May 2024.10:00-15:00 UCT Health Sciences UCT Libraries #ChooseUCT

Make sure you visit all our stalls and programme presentations during tomorrow's Open Day on the Faculty of Health Sciences campus. The Health Sciences choir and orchestra will also be making a special performance at 13:00.

Make sure you attend our programme presentations tomorrow during Open Day. You will learn more about each of our six undergraduate programmes and get a chance to ask teaching staff and students all your questions. View the full UCT Open Day programme here: qr.link/nICXOk

Just one day to go before UCT Open Day!

Attend a variety of academic and faculty talks, chat with student support services and engage with your peers while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere across UCT’s campuses on Saturday, 4 May 2024 from 10:00 to 15:00. #ChooseUCT

Remember…

Ahead of Workers’ Day on 1 May, UCT News spoke to three food service assistants in the residence kitchens – all of whom are Deaf – to gain insight into a typical day in the kitchen.

This feature forms part of the newsroom’s Workers’ Day series and profiles several members of…

The Faculty of Health Sciences is excited to be hosting our annual Open Day on Saturday, 4 May 2024, from 10:00 - 15:00 on our campus in Anzio Road, Observatory. Come through to learn about our undergraduate programmes. RSVP Now: bit.ly/3W3ZJQl