University of Pretoria partners with Netcare
Posted on 03 May 2011
The University of Pretoria (UP) has formed an official partnership with Netcare Hospitals (Pty) Ltd, by signing a Memorandum of Understanding between them.
University of Pretoria honours Exceptional Achievers
Posted on 03 May 2011
The University of Pretoria (UP) honoured its academic achievers and researchers to recognise their commitment to quality education and research. The awards were presented to more than 60 researchers in four categories: Chancellor's Award in the Category Research, Exceptional Academic Achievers, Exceptional Young Researchers and the NRF-rated Researchers. The event was attended by the Chief Executive Officer of South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NECSA) Dr Rob Adam, who delivered a keynote address.
A new rain shelter for tea research in Southern Africa
Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Posted on 03 May 2011
An agreement between LHL(N) Consulting Engineers and the University of Pretoria (UP) to start the tender process for the construction and commissioning of a new rain shelter in Malawi was signed on 20 April 2011.
Team South Africa Represents the Nation with Pride at the International Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup
Posted on 01 May 2011
With the conclusion of the ITF Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup - the most prestigious tennis event ever staged in this country - great admiration was served up for South Africa's finest wheelchair tennis players. The team of 12 players, four coaches and one team manager were hand selected to compete in a pool of 300 players from 34 nations. South Africa was entered into four divisions: Men's', Group II, Women's, Quad's, and Junior's.
SA Wheelchair Tennis Player Kgothatso Montjane Unbeaten at the World Team Cup
Posted on 30 Apr 2011
Kgothatso Montjane, part of the South African wheelchair tennis women's team, was unbeaten at the ITF World Team Cup held at the University of Pretoria, Sports Grounds, in Tshwane.
South African Men Celebrate Great Results at Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup
Posted on 29 Apr 2011
South Africa played out for third/forth position in the World Group II against Chile today, (29 April) with an excellent result, winning 2-1, securing third place. The match is part of the ITF Wheelchair Tennis World Team Cup held at the University of Pretoria, Sports Grounds in Tshwane.
Brilliant Results as South Africa Reaches Semifinals at World Team Cup
Posted on 28 Apr 2011
The South African men's team reached the wheelchair tennis ITF World Team Cup semi finals in the World Men's II group. This is a first for South Africa in addition to hosting an event of this stature. The annual event is the most prestigious tournament on the wheelchair tennis calendar and has attracted over 300 players from 34 nations.