display Latest news from University of Pretoria on News en-us Copyright 2025 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/up-marine-expert-calls-for-protection-of-the-ocean-s-blue-giants/?sc=rsin /articles/up-marine-expert-calls-for-protection-of-the-ocean-s-blue-giants/?sc=rsin Fri, 02 May 2025 08:15:20 EST Every year on 2 May, World Tuna Day draws attention to one of the ocean's most ecologically and economically vital fish species. Tuna fish are more than just a prized catch - they are apex predators that maintain marine ecosystem balance, support global food security and drive coastal economies. University of Pretoria /articles/it-s-not-vets-alone-who-are-saving-rhinos-up-wildlife-vet-on-the-collective-effort-to-counter-poaching-by-dr-jacques-o-dell-specialist-wildlife-veterinarian-and-senior-lecturer-in-the-faculty-of-veterinary-science-at-the-university-of-pretoria/?sc=rsin /articles/it-s-not-vets-alone-who-are-saving-rhinos-up-wildlife-vet-on-the-collective-effort-to-counter-poaching-by-dr-jacques-o-dell-specialist-wildlife-veterinarian-and-senior-lecturer-in-the-faculty-of-veterinary-science-at-the-university-of-pretoria/?sc=rsin Fri, 02 May 2025 06:45:44 EST With World Veterinary Day having been commemorated on 26 April, and Save the Rhino Day coming up on 1 May, this is an opportune time to reflect on the efforts of conservation teams, which include veterinarians, to combat the scourge of rhino poaching. University of Pretoria /articles/understanding-bug-behaviour-to-tackle-africa-s-food-challenges-up-s-prof-chris-weldon-delivers-inaugural-lecture/?sc=rsin /articles/understanding-bug-behaviour-to-tackle-africa-s-food-challenges-up-s-prof-chris-weldon-delivers-inaugural-lecture/?sc=rsin Wed, 30 Apr 2025 08:05:46 EST A thorough understanding of insect physiology and ecology can influence sustainable farming practices throughout Africa in the future. This idea formed the basis of the recent inaugural lecture delivered by Professor Christopher Weldon, an entomologist in the Department of Zoology and Entomology at the University of Pretoria (UP). University of Pretoria /articles/mou-between-up-and-china-s-central-south-university-set-to-strengthen-cooperation-between-two-world-renowned-institutions/?sc=rsin /articles/mou-between-up-and-china-s-central-south-university-set-to-strengthen-cooperation-between-two-world-renowned-institutions/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:00:26 EST The University of Pretoria (UP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China's Central South University (CSU), formalising an existing collaboration between the two institutions. This agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in areas such as staff and student exchanges, joint education programmes, scientific research and other mutual interests. University of Pretoria /articles/opinion-hope-for-the-future/?sc=rsin /articles/opinion-hope-for-the-future/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:25:18 EST The International Hope Barometer Research, led by Prof. Tharina Guse, explores the cultural differences in how hope is sustained. University of Pretoria /articles/transitioning-to-solar-power-in-sa/?sc=rsin /articles/transitioning-to-solar-power-in-sa/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:00:28 EST In this piece Prof Mmantsae Diale of the Department of Physics at the University of Pretoria, highlights the significance of International Earth Day (22 April) in promoting renewable energy, with a focus on South Africa's rapidly growing solar power sector as a sustainable solution to energy challenges. University of Pretoria /articles/opinion-from-promise-to-peril-reimagining-the-end-of-malaria-amid-a-funding-crisis/?sc=rsin /articles/opinion-from-promise-to-peril-reimagining-the-end-of-malaria-amid-a-funding-crisis/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:00:15 EST In this piece Prof Tiaan de Jager and Dr Tanesha Kruger of the University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control, highlights the challenges that threaten to undo progress in malaria prevention and control, including financial constraints in the form of diminishing funding. University of Pretoria /articles/opinion-nutrient-rich-moringa-tree-has-potential-to-transform-poultry-farming-and-consumer-health-writes-up-expert/?sc=rsin /articles/opinion-nutrient-rich-moringa-tree-has-potential-to-transform-poultry-farming-and-consumer-health-writes-up-expert/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:50:52 EST World Health Day is commemorated annually on 7 April under the sponsorship of the World Health Organisation and other related organisations. As the global conversation around sustainable farming and healthier food options grows louder, Moringa oleifera - a fast-growing, nutrient-rich tree native to tropical and subtropical regions in India and Africa - is emerging as a promising solution that could help address both these critical issues. University of Pretoria /articles/opinion-animal-welfare-shifting-the-focus-from-preventing-harm-to-promoting-happiness/?sc=rsin /articles/opinion-animal-welfare-shifting-the-focus-from-preventing-harm-to-promoting-happiness/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:50:36 EST Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month is observed during April, and International Pet Day is commemorated on 11 April. In the past, animal welfare science focused on "What NOT to do", or how to prevent an animal from suffering. University of Pretoria /articles/opinion-empowering-africa-s-cities-the-case-for-fiscal-autonomy-and-financial-expertise/?sc=rsin /articles/opinion-empowering-africa-s-cities-the-case-for-fiscal-autonomy-and-financial-expertise/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:35:56 EST Africa is urbanising at an unprecedented pace. By 2050, nearly 60% of the continent's population will live in cities, placing immense pressure on local governments to provide infrastructure, services, and sustainable economic opportunities. Yet, despite the promises of decentralisation, African municipalities remain under-resourced, underpowered, and underprepared. University of Pretoria /articles/up-adopts-e-community-engagement-projects-for-greater-impact/?sc=rsin /articles/up-adopts-e-community-engagement-projects-for-greater-impact/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:30:33 EST The International Day for Digital Learning is observed annually on 19 March to demonstrate how, among other objectives, digital learning can build relationships and empower communities. University of Pretoria /articles/gender-equality-can-t-wait-133-years-so-how-can-we-accelerate-action-now/?sc=rsin /articles/gender-equality-can-t-wait-133-years-so-how-can-we-accelerate-action-now/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:25:04 EST 133 years. That's how long it will take to achieve full gender parity at our current pace. But can we afford to wait that long? Dr. Daphne Pillay-Naidoo, Industrial Psychologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Pretoria, highlights the urgent need to accelerate action on gender equality in the workplace. University of Pretoria /articles/university-of-pretoria-celebrates-ground-breaking-heritage-and-museum-skills-short-programme-launch/?sc=rsin /articles/university-of-pretoria-celebrates-ground-breaking-heritage-and-museum-skills-short-programme-launch/?sc=rsin Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:15:54 EST The Faculty of Humanities at the University of Pretoria (UP), in partnership with the National Heritage Council (NHC) and the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) in the Namakwa District, proudly hosted the successful launch of the Heritage and Museum Skills Short Programme on 13 April 2025 at Future Africa campus. The launch marks a significant milestone in the University's ongoing commitment to heritage preservation, land restitution, community engagement and university transformation. University of Pretoria /articles/up-expert-rings-the-alarm-on-preventable-cancer-deaths-among-south-african-women/?sc=rsin /articles/up-expert-rings-the-alarm-on-preventable-cancer-deaths-among-south-african-women/?sc=rsin Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:40:27 EST Cervical cancer among South African women is almost entirely preventable and breast cancer outcomes can drastically improve with earlier detection. Yet, too many women - many of them breadwinners and single parents - are dying unnecessarily University of Pretoria /articles/opinion-transitioning-to-solar-power-in-sa/?sc=rsin /articles/opinion-transitioning-to-solar-power-in-sa/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:25:23 EST International Earth Day has been commemorated annually on 22 April since 1970 to raise awareness of and support for protecting the environment, and is an opportune time to highlight the importance of renewable energy, such as solar power, to electrify households and communities in South Africa. University of Pretoria /articles/comfortable-in-bio-printed-skin/?sc=rsin /articles/comfortable-in-bio-printed-skin/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:50:51 EST Wound healing has been termed "an overlooked burden and a silent epidemic" due to the significant financial strain that it places on healthcare systems, let alone the unquantifiable human cost. University of Pretoria /articles/sa-managers-investors-and-entrepreneurs-could-do-with-a-decision-making-mind-shift-prof-charlene-lew-during-inaugural-address/?sc=rsin /articles/sa-managers-investors-and-entrepreneurs-could-do-with-a-decision-making-mind-shift-prof-charlene-lew-during-inaugural-address/?sc=rsin Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:30:22 EST During her recent inaugural address, Professor Charlene Lew, newly inaugurated professor at the University of Pretoria's (UP) Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), offered insight into the decision-making behaviour of managers, investors and entrepreneurs. University of Pretoria /articles/a-remotely-balanced-workforce/?sc=rsin /articles/a-remotely-balanced-workforce/?sc=rsin Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:55:59 EST The COVID-19 pandemic unwittingly became a huge, focused experiment in remote and flexible work. While the advantages of working away from a fixed office space were clearly prompted by the pandemic, the number of people working remotely continues to increase as the workplace changes. University of Pretoria /articles/catching-the-eye-of-brain-tumours/?sc=rsin /articles/catching-the-eye-of-brain-tumours/?sc=rsin Fri, 04 Apr 2025 08:10:53 EST Brain tumours are one of the most formidable challenges in modern medicine: they are difficult to diagnose and expensive to treat, with the best predictor of outcome still being early diagnosis. University of Pretoria /articles/up-part-of-global-research-project-exploring-colonial-legacies-of-universities/?sc=rsin /articles/up-part-of-global-research-project-exploring-colonial-legacies-of-universities/?sc=rsin Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:45:43 EST A consortium that includes a principal investigator from the University of Pretoria (UP) has been awarded funding for a project that will research the colonial history of European universities, and explore how these legacies and heritage can be addressed and curated. University of Pretoria