Building a healthy Africa
UCT’s research focuses on the proactive achievement of optimal health, fostering a future where individuals, communities and cities not only combat disease but increasingly avoid disease to flourish
Resource efficiency and nature-based solutions for sustainable development
UCT leads research in resource efficiency to maximise social value and reduce waste, promotes sustainable development through responsible mineral beneficiation and harnesses nature to protect and restore ecosystems across the continent
Our southern location
UCT’s research in this area includes studying the environmental dynamics of southern Africa, developing solutions to address the region’s challenges and opportunities and translating global goals on curbing biodiversity loss locally
Advancing Africa
UCT’s research is rooted in Africa’s unique urban, rural, environmental and economic landscapes while addressing globally relevant challenges.
Publications overview
These are the latest publications available about UCT research and innovation.
UCT Research Snapshots
Snapshots showcasing UCT’s research focal areas, including the critical mobilising levers, which are a cornerstone for the university’s research enterprise
UCT student balances books and triathlons on the road to world champs
UCT student athlete Rebecca Monk has been selected to represent South African at the 2025 World Triathlon Multisport Championships in Pontevedra, Spain.
EDHE Entrepreneurship Intervarsity 2025 – Internal Rounds
We are currently in the internal rounds of the 2025 EDHE Entrepreneurship Intervarsity. If you have entered your existing business, you are one step closer to competing for R100,000 and the prestigious title of Studentpreneur of the Year.
Vision 2030
Vision 2030 was developed to give expression to UCT’s massive transformative purpose.