1 March 2024
 
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UWC Master’s Student is one of South Africa’s Top Financial Literacy Influencers

University of the Western Cape (UWC) law graduate, master’s student and graduate tutor coordinator, Ivyn Sambo, is looking to change this culture on campus. Known as the ‘Student Investor Guy’ among UWC students, Sambo’s passion for financial literacy has made him an influencer in the space - on and off campus. He has one of the highest-rated podcasts in South Africa.
 
UWC Pioneers AI Research in Pharmacy

The CoLab team at UWC, under Professor Leonora Craffert's leadership and involving parallel processes enhanced by digital tools, is set to foster inclusivity, continuous learning, and innovation in AI.
 
 
 
Removing Barriers: The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with UWC, empowers Mastercard Foundation Scholars for Success

In the challenging African higher education system, financial and social impediments often thwart the aspirations of many students. However, a beacon of hope has emerged for University of the Western Cape (UWC) students who have been selected as part of the Class of 2024 for the awarding of comprehensive scholarships in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
 
UWC and VID University of Norway Forge Transformative Partnership

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) marked a significant stride in its internationalisation strategy this week by establishing a strategic partnership with the VID Specialized University in Norway.
 
 
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