UCT remains a top-10 emerging economy university
AchieversLatest newsUniversity of Cape Town April 8, 2021
The University of Cape Town (UCT) ranks 10th worldwide among universities in countries with emerging economies according to the 2021 Times Higher Education (THE) Emerging Economies University Rankings. UCT maintained its position from 2020 and remains the top performing institution from Africa. “UCT is proud to be ranked in the... Read more
SU honours globally renowned mathematician, Daya Reddy
AchieversLatest newsStellenbosch University April 7, 2021
Stellenbosch University (SU) bestowed an honorary doctorate on globally renowned mathematician Professor Batmanathan Dayanand (Daya) Reddy on Thursday (1 April 2021) at SU’s March graduation. Reddy received the degree Doctor of Science (DSc), honoris causa, at a small physical graduation ceremony for doctoral graduates from the Faculty of Science... Read more
World leading HIV vaccinologist now Deputy Vice Chancellor of Research at Wits
Latest newsResearch April 7, 2021
Professor Lynn Morris takes the reins today for five years as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Innovation at Wits University. Morris has demonstrable experience in research management and leadership and will drive the research agenda as the University approaches its centenary in 2022. Her appointment acknowledges her extensive research... Read more
With a new coach, new captain, and not having played a competitive match in more than a year, there will be many eyes on the Shimlas when they take to the field on 5 April. The popular Varsity Cup is back, having been cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.... Read more
Careers Magazine drops price in support of readers’ pressured wallets
CareersLatest news April 6, 2021
Careers Magazine has cut its print price by 30% to R35 as an investment in the youth whose spending is under pressure due to the harsh economic climate and job losses during Covid. The digital copy now sells for R25. In spite of the print industry and economy in... Read more
UP launches SCU-B student counselling chatbot to boost student well-being
Latest newsUniversity of Pretoria April 5, 2021
The Student Counselling Unit at the University of Pretoria (UP) has designed a first-of-its-kind counselling chatbot as part of the Student Counselling Unit-Bot (SCU-B) initiative. The SCU-B (“Scooby”) initiative aims to provide a primary mental healthcare resource for students to supplement traditional one-on-one counselling services, in a new virtual... Read more
Walter Sisulu University (WSU) takes pride in being among the few universities in South Africa that currently offer the MedicalOrthotics and Prosthetics (MOP) programme at degree level. This programme which is offered under the Faculty of Health Sciences’ Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, trains professionals in the rehabilitation of persons... Read more
Critical Skills Survey result 2020/21 released – The top 10 most in demand skills
CareersLatest news April 1, 2021
Xpatweb’s Critical Skills Survey 2020/21 highlights the most in demand scarce skills the country is facing, which has led to businesses seeking to recruit talent from across the globe. Xpatweb’s annual survey has fast become known as a benchmark for business and policy makers. Input from the 2019 research... Read more
Whether on the sports field or in class, Keenan Horne is proof that hard and honest work pays off. Horne is the vice-captain of the South African Hockey Men’s team, and this week he graduates cum laude with a Master’s of Law degree at Stellenbosch University’s (SU) March graduation.... Read more
Nearly 300 000 South Africans acquire digital skills during COVID-19
CareersLatest news April 1, 2021
Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced it has helped over 30 million people in 249 countries and territories, and nearly 300 000 in South Africa gain access to digital skills, topping its initial goal of 25 million last June. This is why the company is extending its commitment by launching... Read more
