Simulation, AI, POCUS, and XR are no longer future ideas in medical education. They are tools that can help prepare learners earlier, better, and safer. As speakers keep exploring how African medical schools can use emerging technologies to strengthen clinical training and improve patient care, at #MedEdAfrica2026, The discussion shows that meaningful innovation does not always require expensive equipment. It can start with low-cost simulation tools, mobile simulation carts, 360-degree learning, local faculty development, and strong institutional ownership. The discussion showed that meaningful innovation does not always require expensive equipment. It can start with low-cost simulation tools, mobile simulation carts, 360-degree learning, local faculty development, and strong institutional ownership. The technology that our medical education needs must be practical, locally relevant, and built around Africa’s realities. By investing in educators, partnerships, and continuous improvement, medical schools can prepare future-ready health professionals for stronger health systems across Africa. #MedicalEducation #HealthWorkforce #Simulation #AI #HealthProfessionsEducation #Africa

As Day 3 of #MedEdAfrica2026 begins, join us live for two important plenary conversations. The morning opens with Leadership and Governance for Human Resources for Health in Africa, followed by a timely discussion on Who Pays to Train Africa’s Doctors? Financing Medical Schools in an Era of Scarcity. These conversations are deeply connected. Africa cannot build a stronger health workforce without strong governance, and medical schools cannot expand quality training without sustainable financing. Follow the live: youtube.com/live/70a_4IrvbGc… #MedicalEducation #HealthWorkforce

We are pleased to announce that Professor Collet Dandara has been appointed as the new Head of the Division of Human Genetics at the University of Cape Town. We look forward to his leadership in advancing the Division’s research, teaching, and diagnostic services. @DandaraCollet

UCT Day is here – a time for giving and making an impact! #UCTDay2024 The Cricket Oval on middle campus is the place to be. Bring along your family and friends for fun activities such as bubble soccer, amazing race and giant inflatables, or simply relax with great food and live music from 12:00 to 17:00. Follow @UCT_News or #UCTDay2024 for updates and exciting moments throughout the day! Find out more: uct.ac.za/uct-day/events

𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐥𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐲! This is your final chance to be a part of Professor @SudeshSivarasu 's Inaugural Lecture at UCT! What You’ll Gain: - Insights into the revolutionary FrugalBiodesign™ methodology. - Understanding of innovative healthcare solutions for low-resource settings. - Networking opportunities with fellow change-makers in the field. Register today to secure your spot and be part of this vital conversation! bit.ly/UCTInauguralLecture #inaugural #lecture #biomedical #medtech #biomedicalengineering #InnovationInHealthcare #Africa #healthcare #UCTInauguralLecture #registernow #FrugalBiodesign #healthcaresolutions #UCTMedTech

You can’t have a talk on global health without @paimadhu & @seyeabimbola Great reflections by @greentlp on need for community co-production and changing our gaze from deficit to asset based approach in global health 👏🏼@UCTHealthSci @MrsMaswime

Celebrating our best publication award at @UCT_news @UCTHealthSci with the team and our Dean @greentlp thelancet.com/journals/langl… And so excited to continue this work with @wellcometrust @ehwoza next photography workshop on Saturday 💪🏽

Please share widely. We are keen to attract applications from visionary leaders who will build our @DeptFCE in line with our dept's massive transformative purpose: "Building Inclusive Communities of Care Together". Apply via the UCT website by 3 Nov 2024: jobs.uct.ac.za/job/Cape-Town…

The Faculty has launched a project called Valuing Our Stories (Ons Wardeer Ons Stories; Simelana Nani). All members of the Faculty collaborative are invited to participate. View the site today: health.uct.ac.za/valuing-our… Tell us your story: health.uct.ac.za/valuing-our….

Dr Marvin Jansen, who leads the clinical skills programme for our students, was awarded the Harvard South Africa Fellowship and will be attending the General Management Programme in 2025 at Harvard University's Business School! Congratulations, Dr Jansen!

Adding MSc Global Surgery (UCT) to my CV 🤩🥳. So grateful to @GlobalUct, @MrsMaswime and Dr Gordon for all their support throughout the journey. So grateful to God for this achievement.

Congrats to our research fellows, Kevin Esoh & Arthemon Nguweneza on earning their PhDs from @UCT_news. Dr Nguweneza's research investigated risk factors for blood pressure in sickle cell disease, while Dr Esoh explored the genetics of foetal haemoglobin in African populations. @EsohKevin & @tojoemo, we celebrate your remarkable achievements and wish you boundless success in this new chapter. #UCTGrad2024 @UCTHealthSci @SickleInAfrica

Another newly minted #phd from ⁦@KEEPlab⁩! ⁦@MarcoZaccagnin2⁩ Bravo Dr Zaccagnini #proudsupervisor ⁦@McGillRehab⁩ ⁦@crirmtl⁩ ⁦@IHSE_McGill⁩

Thank you @SubhaRamani for your devotion, inspiration and speaking from the heart as AMEE president. You are a true role model and mentor. You have moved mountains. @AMEE_community @r_kusurkar @VishnaDevi @ArdiFindyartini @VagelisPap17 @SalomeVoronova @MariaRachid3

It was an emotional and touching experience for me too. Thank you to #AMEE2024, thank you to the fantastic audience, and special thanks to the heroes behind the scenes of the event, the medical students in the student task force! 🙏

Warm welcome to our new #BMCMedEduc Editorial Board Members @greentlp and @DrHTechEd1. We are looking forward to working with you. Interested in joining #BMCMedEduc? To find out more visit <bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com…>

Thank you to the SA National Research Foundation for choosing African Brain Child as the NRF 2024 winner of the Science Team Award. Onward in changing lives through brain science! youtu.be/xOOwUfFPbDg?si=qjvu…

NOW: The launch of South African Child Gauge 2024 is underway. Theme: Enhancing #ECD. First Lady, Dr Tshepo Motsepe, is delivering the opening address. Our Director, Associate Professor Wiedaad Slemming, will present key findings. Watch: bit.ly/South_African_Child_G… #ChildGauge2024