Faculty of Commerce, University of Cape Town

06/08/2026

Professor Thiam explored the impact of water resource management on productivity in sectors such as agriculture, as well as the challenges posed by water scarcity, environmental hazards and climate change.

Professor Djiby Thiam, the director of the Water and Production Economics Research Unit, delivered his inaugural lecture at the end of July.

05/08/2026

Actuarial Science alumnus and founder of NowNow, Lars Gumede, said the business represents the next stage in the artificial intelligence chain: the application layer.

Founder of NowNow, Lars Gumede, said the business represents the next stage in the artificial intelligence chain: the application layer.

04/08/2026

Congratulations to third-year Business Science student Myuoor Pillay for being awarded a silver medal following a remarkable performance in the team male kata at the Brasília 2026 FISU World University Championship Combat Sports.

UCT student Myuoor Pillay has a spring in his step after medalling at the Brasília 2026 FISU World University Championship Combat Sports.

03/08/2026

UCT Department of Information Systems researcher Grant Oosterwyk and his colleagues unpack a recent paper that raises questions about accountability, commercial interests and community participation in the context of surveillance technology.

The issue is not whether cities should use technology for public safety, but how those technologies are chosen, evaluated and governed.

31/07/2026

This is it – applications for undergraduate studies at UCT in 2027 close at 23:59 today.

Whether you aspire to make discoveries, solve complex challenges or contribute to positive change, your journey begins here.

Submit your application before the deadline and take the first step toward becoming part of the UCT community.



Apply now: https://applyonline.uct.ac.za

31/07/2026

First-year Actuarial Science student Aras Apteker (18) and his brother, Jude (25), are helping inject fresh talent into South African bridge, a game where experienced players have long dominated the competition.

UCT student Aras Apteker and his brother are helping to inject fresh talent into South African bridge, a game where experienced players have long dominated the competition.

30/07/2026

Join the UCT Inaugural Lecture by Professor Djiby Thiam on Thursday, 30 July 2026, at 17h00 SAST. Watch the lecture online: https://bit.ly/InauguralLectureofProfessorDjibyThiam

30/07/2026

You have just one day before applications for undergraduate studies at UCT in 2027 close.

Don’t miss your chance to apply to UCT and begin your journey at Africa’s leading university.



Apply now: https://applyonline.uct.ac.za

29/07/2026

The Faculty of Commerce, School of Economics and the Financial Innovation Hub in the School of Economics invite you to a public lecture by the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director, Dan Katz.
• Topic: Stablecoins: Promise, Risks, and Policy Choices for Emerging Economies.
• Event details: Friday, 07 August 2026 - 09h30 for 10h00 until 11h00 at Sarah Baartman Hall, Upper Campus, University of Cape Town
• Find out more & RSVP to attend

Stablecoins

29/07/2026

The Faculty of Commerce, School of Economics and the Financial Innovation Hub in the School of Economics invite you to a public lecture by the Commissioner of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Unathi Kamlana.
• Topic: Governing the Invisible: FinTech, Conduct and the Future of South Africa's Financial System.
• Event details: Thursday, 6 August 2026 - 17h00 for 17h30 at Sarah Baartman Hall, Upper Campus, University of Cape Town
• Find out more & RSVP to attend

Governing the Invisible: Leadership, Innovation and Accountability in the Financial Sector The University of Cape Town invites you to a public lecture by FSCA Commissioner Unathi KamlanaMr. Unathi Kamlana is the Commissioner of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), a position he has held si...