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📢 CSSR 2024 annual report out now!

The Centre for Social Science Research (CSSR) is excited to launch its 2024 Annual Report, packed with groundbreaking research, powerful partnerships, and progress toward UCT’s Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Call for evidence-based management of Sambar deer on Table mountain

A new discussion paper by Professor Nicoli Nattrass from the University of Cape Town raises concerns over the management of Sambar deer at Table Mountain.

Supporting adolescent mothers: UCT and UNICEF call for urgent action in education

Team members from the Accelerate Research Hub at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and UNICEF’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office have co-authored a powerful commentary published on Bhekisisa.

Khanyisa Ngemfundo launches animated videos to empower educators in supporting pregnant and adolescent mothers

The Khanyisa Ngemfundo research team is thrilled to announce the release of a transformative video series aimed at equipping educators with the tools and knowledge to support pregnant and mother adolescents effectively.

Dr. Hlokoma Mangqalaza Advocates for Adolescent Mothers at UFH Research Week 2024

Dr. Hlokoma Mangqalaza delivered a compelling presentation at the University of Fort Hare’s Research Week of Excellence 2024, held from 11 to 14 November on the Alice campus.

Chelsea Coakley highlights strategies for youth-driven social impact at Youth Connekt Africa summit

The 7th Youth Connekt Africa Summit, held from November 8-10 in Kigali, Rwanda, brought together young changemakers, thought leaders, and policymakers under the theme of empowering Africa's youth for a brighter future.

CSSR celebrates recent graduates: Honouring achievements and recognising impact!

The Centre for Social Science Research (CSSR) is proud to celebrate the recent achievements of three outstanding graduates who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.

Toolkit launch event: Supporting pregnant and mother learners in South Africa

The Khanyisa Ngemfundo research team launched a training toolkit for educators designed to support pregnant and mother learners to stay, return, and finish their schooling.

Empowering futures: Insights from the 1st AU Pan-African conference on girls and women's education

The 1st African Union Pan-African Conference on Girls and Women's Education held from 2 - 5 July 2024, in Addis Ababa, marked a significant step towards advancing educational opportunities for girls and women across the continent.

Khanyisa Ngemfundo launches an innovative toolkit to support pregnant and mother learners in South African secondary schools

The Adolescent Accelerators Research Hub for the Khanyisa Ngemfundo project has developed a groundbreaking toolkit designed for educators who engage with pregnant and mother learners in South African secondary schools.

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