Scholars chart the past and present and rethink the notion of university in South Africa.

Bankrupt only a decade ago, the University of the Western Cape is now a research leader.

It is shortsighted to promote science at the expense of the humanities.

Now in its 17th year, UWC's celebrated history seminar takes stock, writes Jill Weintroub.

Weekend discussions between UWC and NSFAS have left the university "hopeful" that its fees crisis could be resolved before the end of September.

The University of the Western Cape has obtained a court order to prevent a repeat of the violent protests that have rocked the campus since Monday.

About 20 students at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) have been arrested following fee-related protests on Monday that turned violent.

The election date could change pending the outcome of a Constitutional Court hearing on citizens voting abroad, analysts said on Friday.

South Africa's swim stars are set to gather in Cape Town this weekend for the final national swimming camp in home waters before they take up the challenge in a series of international galas prior to competing at the Beijing Olympic Games in August.

A Somali community in Johannesburg on Thursday accused police of firing live ammunition at its members as more xenophobic attacks were reported in Gauteng and former Cabinet minister Kader Asmal questioned claims of 'third force' involvement in the attacks.