Founded in 1829, the University of Cape Town (UCT) is South Africa’s oldest university and a leading centre of research and teaching in Africa. Recognised internationally for excellence across science, engineering, medicine, social sciences and the humanities, UCT fosters academic rigour and innovation that address national and global challenges. With a vibrant community drawn from more than 100 countries, it combines scholarly excellence with a strong commitment to transformation, diversity and social impact, advancing knowledge that contributes to sustainable development and inclusive progress across Africa and beyond.