News
Thursday, 19 April 2018
Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng, currently the deputy vice-chancellor for research and internationalisation at UCT, has been appointed by Council as the new vice-chancellor of the university with effect from 1 July 2018. Professor Phakeng will take over from Dr Max Price, who has held the position since 2008.
Publication Date:
Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 15:30
The Law Faculty has a number of academics and staff who write regularly, particularly for online platforms - including their own blogs. These articles contribute important analysis and perspectives on current socio-economic and political issues. For more information and a list of some of these writers, with links to blogs and articles, readers can go to this link.
Publication Date:
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 16:45
Scholarship Opportunity for UCT Law Students in 2nd-year undergraduate LLB
The Abe Swersky Scholarship is awarded to a 2nd-year black South African law student enrolled in the 4-year LLB, who has completed a year of law courses and who does not have financial support for their studies. The scholarship covers 75% academic fees for the remainder of the 4-year degree, provided all courses are passed. Applicants must have already shown drive, determination and a passion for the law while also demonstrating that they are community-minded and are interested in Family Law. A good pass in Law of Persons and Family (RDL 1008/9H) is a requirement.
Publication Date:
Monday, March 12, 2018 - 12:30
Insights into commercial contracting from South Africa’s informal sector
by Andrew Hutchison (UCT Commercial Law) and Nkanyiso Sibanda (UWC Private Law)
What happens when African societal norms meet modern commercial practice? From boardrooms in Sandton to the cultural mash-up and the “popular economy” of a South African township, African business people of different ethnicities and world views are contracting on a daily basis.
Publication Date:
Friday, March 9, 2018 - 10:15
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