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The Bellville Post Office has been refurbished by Sanlam and the University of the Western Cape to provide a space where local entrepreneurs can access resources, training, and support to grow their businesses. This initiative aims to empower small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in the community.
- Who it is for:
- community entrepreneurs, small business owners, aspiring business founders in Bellville
- How to act on it:
- Visit the refurbished Bellville Post Office to access available services and programs
A fellowship programme that supports individuals launching or growing business start-ups, offering mentorship, funding, and resources through a partnership between Absa and the University of the Western Cape.
- Who it is for:
- entrepreneurs and business start-up founders in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the University of the Western Cape's official application portal or contact the programme administrators via the provided website
New and incoming students at the University of the Western Cape are invited to participate in Orientation Week 2025, which provides essential information, support, and activities to help them transition into university life. The event includes sessions on academic support, student services, campus resources, and social integration.
- Who it is for:
- new undergraduate students, incoming first-year students, international students
- How to act on it:
- Attend scheduled events and sessions on campus as part of the official orientation schedule
The University of the Western Cape has launched a program called Starting Strong to support first-year students with orientation, academic guidance, and personal development to help them succeed in their studies.
- Who it is for:
- first-year undergraduate students at UWC
- How to act on it:
- Students are automatically enrolled upon admission to the university; no application required.
The University of the Western Cape is hosting a public lecture addressing issues of human rights, mining exploitation, and systemic injustice in the context of Stilfontein and the broader South African state. The event will explore the role of informal miners (Zama-Zamas), corporate power, and state complicity.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, students, academics, researchers, and community advocates interested in social justice and mining-related human rights issues
- How to act on it:
- Attend in person or online via the provided link; no registration required as per the document's indication of availability
The University of the Western Cape has opened a new physical location for its Centre of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Parow, offering improved access to support services for community businesses, including mentorship, training, and advisory resources.
- Who it is for:
- community businesses, entrepreneurs, small business owners
- How to act on it:
- Visit the new Centre of Entrepreneurship and Innovation location in Parow to access services and support
The University of the Western Cape has launched a cutting-edge research cloud platform that provides researchers, postgraduate students, and academic staff with advanced digital infrastructure to support data-intensive research, collaboration, and innovation. The platform enables secure storage, high-performance computing, and seamless sharing of research outputs across institutional and international boundaries.
- Who it is for:
- researchers at UWC, postgraduate students at UWC, academic staff at UWC, collaborating institutions
- How to act on it:
- Researchers and eligible users may access the platform through their institutional credentials after registration via the UWC Research Support Units.
The University of the Western Cape is offering free financial literacy workshops designed to help entrepreneurs in South Africa improve their understanding of financial management, budgeting, and business planning. These sessions aim to bridge the knowledge gap that many small business owners face.
- Who it is for:
- entrepreneurs in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Attend the workshops offered by the University of the Western Cape through their official channels or announcements.
The University of the Western Cape's Small Business Clinic offers assistance to entrepreneurs to help them start, grow, and sustain their businesses. This support includes guidance on business planning, financial management, legal compliance, marketing strategies, and access to mentorship from academic experts and industry professionals.
- Who it is for:
- entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring business founders
- How to act on it:
- Contact the University of the Western Cape to inquire about accessing the clinic’s services
This contest invites photographers to submit images capturing the natural beauty of the UWC Nature Reserve. Entries are welcome from students, staff, and members of the public who wish to showcase wildlife, flora, landscapes, and ecological scenes from the reserve.
- Who it is for:
- photographers, students, staff, members of the public
- How to act on it:
- Submit entries through the official website or contact the organizing unit for submission details
The University of the Western Cape is hosting the Cape Town Masters' Chess Challenge, an event open to chess players in Cape Town. Participants can take part in a competitive chess tournament organized by the university.
- Who it is for:
- chess players in Cape Town
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event at the University of the Western Cape campus
The public is invited to join Bush Radio and the University of the Western Cape in a special Mandela Day event aimed at launching the 'Build On Mandelas Legacy' campaign. This initiative encourages community involvement in activities that promote social justice, education, and empowerment.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, students, youth groups, community partners
- How to act on it:
- Attend the Mandela Day event hosted by Bush Radio and UWC at the University of the Western Cape campus