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The Foundational Values of Indigenous Laws as The Framework for African Common Laws
Professor Anthony Diala has been a social justice advocate since he began his academic journey, and is now determined to ensure that everyone under his tutelage becomes an agent for change. On Monday, 22 September, he will deliver his inaugural lecture at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). |
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Wearable Devices Could Help Alleviate Food Poisoning, Headaches And Allergies
Food safety and health concerns are escalating worldwide, and a University of the Western Cape (UWC) graduate is helping to address them. Recently awarded a doctorate in Chemistry at UWC’s September graduation ceremony, she is advancing research that could protect society from everyday risks such as food poisoning, allergic reactions and even common headaches. |
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Thirteen-Year-Old UWC Aquatics Swimmer Makes Waves At African Championships
Thirteen-year-old Aqeelah Williams, a proud member of the University of the Western Cape Aquatics Club, delivered a standout performance at the African Zone Open Water Championships in Eswatini on 7 September 2025. Competing in the 3km open water race, Williams claimed gold in her age group and, remarkably, recorded the fourth-fastest overall time across all age categories – an extraordinary achievement at such a young age. |
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A Day of Triumph And Reflection At UWC Graduation
The University of the Western Cape’s Jakes Gerwel Hall was a hive of celebration, and some tears, as the University’s Spring Graduation saw years of hard work, patience and perseverance being rewarded. In total, 752 students graduated over two sessions on Friday, September 12. |
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Dr Retha Kotze’s Mission To Improve SA Heart Health
Meet research-enthusiast Dr Retha Kotze, a lecturer in nutrition and physiology at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) with a mission to study how factors that increase the risk of heart disease and nutrition work together to combat heart disease. Her research hub may be nestled in the Dietetics and Nutrition department, but her heart beats for South African people. |
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From Fridge Hunt To Campus Marketplace
It all started when Samkele Mthuli, a 24-year-old second-year computer science student at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), needed a fridge. Searching several platforms, some would respond, others would not; it was exhausting. But instead of letting the problem linger, Mthuli turned to what he knew best: web development. |
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Communications & Marketing Office
Do you have any important UWC stories to share? Do you know of an event that you’d like to see featured? Have you heard of UWC students, staff or alumni who’ve done amazing things, which you think the world should know about? Or maybe you have a few suggestions, comments or questions about something in this newsletter? Whatever the case may be, the Communications & Marketing Office would really like to hear from you. Just email us on ia@uwc.ac.za, call us on 021 959 4229, or drop by our offices. |
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