Takunda Chitaka, as an academic achiever from a young age, is no stranger to success. Equally, she is no stranger to the challenges that life can present along the way. However, it is not her failures or successes that define her life, but rather her spontaneous and positive approach, which has allowed her to grow as a researcher and a human being. She will be graduating with her PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town (UCT) in December 2020.
Education
Africans rising South Africa: UCT rises in research rankings
UCT moved from 121st to 103rd position in the 2021 US News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings, tied with Radboud University Nijmegen in the Netherlands, and was ranked in the top 100 for six subjects, including an outstanding top 10 ranking for infectious diseases.
Arts, Culture and Sport What South Africa’s teachers brought to the virtual classroom during COVID-19
Teachers still hold the key to children’s learning and no keyboard or screen can replace their role.
Arts, Culture and Sport Online and in the classroom, COVID-19 has put new demands on teachers
Most educators have no experience nor did they receive preparation during their training on how to deal with teaching in a crisis.
Africans rising What can be done to better support women pursuing their PhDs in Africa
Fellowships should recognise that women may have different responsibilities when it comes to domestic chores and care of the family. This influences their academic opportunities and career choices.
Africans rising Moves are afoot in Africa to keep more women in science careers
A number of programmes now exist that are helping to close the gender gap in African science, technology, engineering and maths.
Lifestyle South African universities need to know why students’ suicide risk is so high
Rates of suicidal behaviour are higher among South African students than among the general population or students in other countries. Understanding why will help shape prevention efforts.
Politics and Society South Africa: Over five million children not getting their school meals
Department of Basic Education says situation will improve with schools returning.
Politics and Society South Africa: Zimbabwean who got seven distinctions has started university
“We are overwhelmed by the generosity of donors and ordinary people whose contributions will change Triphin’s life”