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Growing African innovation, sustainability

As the continent’s academic and research powerhouse with global collaborations, UCT is uniquely placed to contribute to world sustainability, said Chancellor Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe during her keynote address at the annual Heads of Mission breakfast hosted by Vice-Chancellor Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng.

Student financial aid for 2020

Providing funding assistance to financially needy students who are academically eligible remains one of the key priorities for the University of Cape Town (UCT). Our plans for 2020 financial assistance and debt appeals for 2019 outstanding fees for students who meet the financial criteria and register good academic progress are explained in a message from the vice-chancellor.

Dizu Plaatjies and The Kirby Collection of African Instruments

Salonfestival Cape Town presents
Dizu Plaatjies and The Kirby Collection of African Instruments

The Kirby Collection at the South African College of Music of over 600 rare instruments is a unique example of the musical heritage of Southern Africa. Currator Rick Deja presents the acclaimed collection together with Anthea van Wieringen, granddaughter of the collector, Prof Percival Kirby. The tour will be complemented by musical demonstrations by well-known musician and SACM lecturer Dizu Plaatjies and several students.

Kiri Te Kanawa - Master Class

Masterclass
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa

World-renowned New Zealand soprano Dame Kiri Te Kanawa comes to Cape Town to conduct masterclasses with aspiring young soloists from UCT's Opera School and Cape Town Opera. A unique opportunity to experience this legendary singer’s inspiring insights face-to-face as she tutors South Africa’s next generation of opera soloists.

Ticket price: R125 (no discounts)

The Language of Faith in Southern Africa by Dr Hermen Kroesbergen

Department of Religious Studies Seminar: The Language of Faith in Southern Africa

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