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The University of the Western Cape is participating in the CNBC Africa AI Summit 2025, providing an opportunity for students, researchers, and academic staff to engage with leading voices in artificial intelligence, innovation, and technology across Africa.
- Who it is for:
- university students, academic staff, researchers, and technology professionals from South Africa and across Africa
- How to act on it:
- No application required; participation is through institutional affiliation with UWC. Attendees must register via UWC’s official channels when available.
The University of the Western Cape is offering public access to a lecture series focused on the humanities. These events are open to students, academics, researchers, and members of the public who wish to engage with discussions on humanistic thought and scholarship.
- Who it is for:
- students, academics, researchers, members of the public interested in humanities
- How to act on it:
- Attend the lectures on campus or via any online platform specified during event announcements
The University of the Western Cape is inviting scholars and researchers to submit chapters for a book being published by the African Society for Business, Law and Economics. This opportunity is open to academics and professionals in relevant fields who wish to contribute to a scholarly publication focused on African perspectives in business, law, and economics.
- Who it is for:
- scholars and researchers in business, law, and economics
- How to act on it:
- Submit chapter proposals or full manuscripts through the official application process linked on the announcement page
The University of the Western Cape is hosting a series of dialogues in 2025 aimed at fostering open discussion on key academic, social, and institutional issues. These dialogues are open to students, staff, and members of the wider community who wish to engage in meaningful conversations about the future of the university.
- Who it is for:
- students, staff, faculty, and members of the public
- How to act on it:
- Attend in person or participate via online platforms as announced by the university
Researchers, academics, legal scholars, and postgraduate students are invited to submit original papers on topics related to anti-corruption law and combating crime in the public sector. Submissions should contribute to scholarly discourse and practical understanding of corruption prevention and enforcement mechanisms in government institutions.
- Who it is for:
- academics, researchers, legal scholars, postgraduate students, public sector professionals
- How to act on it:
- Submit papers through the official submission link provided on the University of the Western Cape's website
The University of the Western Cape is hosting a public event to launch a book that explores the historical erasure of the Khoekhoe and San peoples. The event offers an opportunity to attend a discussion on indigenous history, identity, and recognition in South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, students, researchers, academics, and indigenous rights advocates
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event at the University of the Western Cape campus
A new postgraduate qualification designed for law graduates and professionals who wish to specialise in tax law. The programme offers advanced training in tax legislation, policy, and practice.
- Who it is for:
- law graduates and professionals seeking specialisation in tax law
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the University of the Western Cape's postgraduate admissions portal
This is a campaign launched by the University of the Western Cape for its staff in 2024. It is aimed at engaging staff through various initiatives, possibly including wellness, development, recognition, or institutional messaging. The campaign is open to all current staff members across faculties and departments.
- Who it is for:
- UWC staff members
- How to act on it:
- Participation is available to all UWC staff; no specific application or submission is required beyond involvement in campaign activities.
This is a postgraduate programme offered by the University of the Western Cape, designed for individuals seeking foundational knowledge in medical law. It is intended for those pursuing advanced study in legal aspects of healthcare, ethics, and patient rights.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students, legal professionals, and aspiring medical law scholars
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the University of the Western Cape's official application portal for postgraduate programmes
The University of the Western Cape is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic. This is a senior leadership position responsible for academic strategy, quality assurance, and institutional development across faculties and programmes.
- Who it is for:
- qualified academic professionals with leadership experience in higher education
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the official application portal listed on the announcement page
Students can apply for financial aid through the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to help cover tuition, accommodation, and other study-related costs. The application is open to eligible South African students who meet income and academic criteria.
- Who it is for:
- South African students applying to university, particularly those from low-income households
- How to act on it:
- Visit the official NSFAS website or use the UWC admission portal to submit an application
A senior leadership position responsible for overseeing financial management, accounting systems, budgeting, reporting, and compliance within the University of the Western Cape. The role requires strategic oversight of financial operations and support to academic and administrative units.
- Who it is for:
- qualified financial and accounting professionals with leadership experience in higher education or large public institutions
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application via the UWC Careers portal including CV, cover letter, certified qualifications, and referee details