“You don’t need to have the title to be a leader. A good leader today means being agile and adaptable, and accepting that the space required of you is not always comfortable, or even natural, but necessary anyway.” - Tania Hendricks, Southern Africa Labour & Development Research Unit. Share your #MondayMotivation with us. @SALDRU1

[VIDEO] UCT hosted a “Three-Minute Thesis (3MT)” competition on 29 September 2026, where both Master’s and PhD research participants were encouraged to do their outmost best to explain their research thesis to a non-specialist audience in under three minutes. As the winner of the Master’s category, Bulela Njemla expresses how her research thesis titled: “Between Family and State: Intergenerational Transfers & Social Protection in South Africa” not only affects her field of study, but society in general; and how it will also assist her in contributing to the larger research community and among her peers at UCT’s School of Economics. Watch the full video: qr.link/FVn7m8 @Commerce_UCT

[VIDEO] UCT remains the highest-ranked university in Africa, rising to joint 147th globally in the 2027 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. UCT moved up from joint 164th in the 2026 rankings, returning to the global top 150 for the first time since 2020. The result was announced on 29 September 2026 at UCT’s Sarah Baartman Hall, during the opening day of the THE World Academic Summit, which is being hosted at UCT from 29 September to 1 October. Watch the full video: qr.link/VbsGmH

[PHOTOS] The Times Higher Education World Academic Summit is in Cape Town — for the first time on the African continent — and has brought together university leaders, policymakers, industry representatives, civil society and student leaders from around the world. The summit started off with a Presidents’ Forum attended by university leaders before the first official day. Day 1 included a talk on universities in the artificial intelligence era with UCT Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela, as well as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) for Research and Internationalisation Professor Thokozani Majozi on purpose and public value. DVC for Teaching and Learning Professor Brandon Collier-Reed also shared his thoughts on inclusive education. View the full photo essay: qr.link/Bx724w #THEwas #UCTHostsGlobalSummit

An extraordinary opening day as the Times Higher Education (THE) World Academic Summit successfully concludes in Cape Town. Day one brought together an inspiring community of international scholars, academic leaders and innovators for a landmark gathering on the African continent. As delegates settled into the city, the energy was defined by cross-continental collaboration, shared purpose and a warm local welcome. This event is proudly brought to you by two of UCT's sponsors, Standard Bank and Eskom. View some highlights from the day's proceedings: qr.codes/k3P4Fw @THEeventsglobal @BristolUni @StandardBankSA @Eskom_SA #THEwas #UCTHostsGlobalSummit

[VIDEO] At 80, sheep farmer Charl Johannes van der Merwe graduated from UCT with a Master of Commerce in Economics, completing a lifelong ambition to return to university. His research draws directly on more than five decades of farming experience in the Upper Karoo, examining how sheep farmers responded to the devastating drought of 2013–2023. Van der Merwe’s research highlights the economic and psychological toll of drought while exploring how farmers can better prepare for future climate shocks. His story is a reminder that the pursuit of knowledge has no age limit. #UCTGrad2026 Watch the full video: qr.codes/UEm27A @Commerce_UCT

“People often stop just before things start going right. When things feel like they are not going right, just trust your plan. Stay disciplined. When you stop trying … that is what I consider failure.” - Myuoor Pillay, BBusSc in Finance with Accounting student. Share your #MondayMotivation with us. @Commerce_UCT

The most valuable learning is knowledge that can be put into practice. At UCT's Faculty of Commerce, postgraduate students gain a deeper understanding of the forces shaping business and society while developing the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to lead with confidence. The closing date for most postgraduate programmes in the Faculty of Commerce is 30 September 2026. View the various closing dates for specific programmes in the different faculties: qr.link/EIU4ri Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za #ChooseUCT #UCTPostgrad @Commerce_UCT

Prepare for the opportunities and challenges shaping the world of business. Postgraduate study in the Faculty of Commerce combines academic excellence with opportunities for practical learning, critical thinking and professional development. The closing date for most postgraduate programmes in the Faculty of Commerce is 30 September 2026. View the various closing dates for specific programmes in the different faculties: qr.link/EIU4ri Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za #ChooseUCT #UCTPostgrad @Commerce_UCT

[VIDEO] Beyond the textbook. Postgraduate study at UCT is more than mastering concepts. It’s an opportunity to apply knowledge, tackle real-world challenges and engage with research that contributes to new ways of thinking. Through collaboration, critical discussion and guidance from leading academics, students deepen their expertise while preparing for the next stage of their academic and professional journeys. The closing date for most postgraduate programmes in the Faculty of Commerce is 30 September 2026. @Commerce_UCT View the various closing dates for specific programmes in the different faculties: qr.link/EIU4ri Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za #ChooseUCT #UCTPostgrad