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Khusela Ikamva UCT Plaza Exhibit

Our team set up an exhibit at the UCT plaza to engage students around resource recovery from wastewater and water sustainability - transforming UCT into a 'no-drop wasted' campus.

BBC World Service The Food Chain: Our Director, A/Prof. Kirsty Carden, discussing Cape Town's Water Crisis Lessons

In an interview with the BBC World Service's The Food Chain, our Director reflects on the severe water crisis Cape Town experienced between 2017-2018, and how Capetonians needed to adapt to water restrictions.

UCT researchers develop tools to support mine closure planning

A University of Cape Town (UCT) research team has developed novel tools to support mine closure planning, management, and policymaking, launched on 12 March 2024.

Future Water researcher, Megan Cole's latest publication, on a #mineclosure #risk rating system for South Africa covered by local media

Cole's latest paper on a #mineclosure #risk rating system for South Africa, which assesses likelihood of closure, social risks and environmental risks across operating mines in the country was recently published followed by media coverage.

Future Water Advert for RAO Open

Future water is advertising a research administration officer position

The Water Hub's win in the Eco-logic awards covered by the Daily Maverick

The Water Hub's work has earned the research team a win in the Eco-logic awards. This win was recently covered by the Daily Maverick.

Exploring Heritage and Harmony: A Musical Odyssey on Water and Connection

Martin Høybye, a distinguished singer, and collaborative songwriter releases, "Where The Water Was", teaming up with local Cape Town artist Casper Ace - a video for which was made through collaboration with Future Water

Future Water well represented at WISA Young Water Professionals conference

Future Water research institute was well represented at the WISA 7th Young Water Professionals conference

The Water Hub wins a gold eco-logic award

The Water Hub won gold in the Eco-Logic Awards.

Erasmus+ Award for curricula and professional development on nature-based solutions for 'The Africa We Want'

Nature-based solutions (NbS) are actions to protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural and modified ecosystems that address societal challenges effectively and adaptively, simultaneously benefiting people and nature.

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