THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN TRUST
A UK Charity for Supporters and Alumni of the University of Cape Town
Recent Alumni Events
June 2010
Prof Maarten de Wit gives talk on Earth Stewardship Science at South Africa House
UCT alumni were treated to a fascinating lecture entitled “Africa Alive Corridors : Journeys through Africa’s autobiography with everyone a stakeholder” from the Director of UCT’s Africa Earth Observatory Network (AEON).
May 2010
Thames river trip and Alumni Reception in Greenwich
Some 100 alumni and friends joined Vice-Chancellor Dr Max Price on a river trip from Waterloo to the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, where they enjoyed a reception with talks from the Vice-Chancellor and the Director of the Graduate School of Business, as well as musical entertainment from talented UCT alumni.
May 2010
VC gives lecture in Manchester
Dr Max Price gave a lecture at the Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society during his UK trip. A number of UCT alumni attended and joined the VC for dinner afterwards.
November 2009
UK based alumni supporters attend Reception in London
Alumni who have made contributions to the Chancellor’s Challenge and other projects at UCT were thanked in person by Vice-Chancellor, Dr Max Price, at a reception in a London venue. Dr Price also took the opportunity to update alumni on UCT’s various projects and his vision for the coming years.
October 2009
Porgy & Bess at the Wales Millennium Centre
UCT alumni enjoyed dinner together before a thrilling performance of Cape Town Opera’s Porgy & Bess at Cardiff’s Wales Millennium Centre.
October 2009
“The Mysteries” at The Garrick Theatre, London
UCT Alumni gathered for pre-theatre drinks before enjoying an outstanding performance of The Mysteries, a South African version of the Chester mystery plays, starring a cast from Khayelitsha township.
June 2009
Justice Albie Sachs talks to UCT Alumni at book launch in London
Albie Sachs, Judge of the Constitutional Court of South Africa, gave a moving and inspirational speech to UCT alumni and other guests at the launch of his new book, “The Strange Alchemy of Life and Law” in London’s School of Oriental and African Studies. He kept the audience spellbound with anecdotes from his childhood, his activism during the days of apartheid, and his judgments in Court. Before the main presentation, he spoke exclusively to UCT alumni.
Justice Sachs signs book for UCT alumnus
The UCT Trust can obtain copies of this book at a discount price for UCT Alumni - please contact Angela Edwards for details.
May 2009
Vice Chancellor's Reception at South Africa House, with Richard Fitzwilliams
UCT Alumni met in the Reading Room at South Africa House for an update from Vice-Chancellor Max Price on the recent South African election and the new cabinet. Alumnus Richard Fitzwilliams (former Editor of the International Who’s Who and sought after film critic and correspondent on royalty and the art world) was the guest speaker.
UCT Alumni enjoy a glass of South African wine in the Reading Room
UCT alumni enjoyed best-of-house seats at a stunning RSC/Baxter Theatre production of The Tempest at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford upon Avon. The play starred Sir Antony Sher and John Kani, and after the performance, the cast and production team joined alumni at a nearby hotel for drinks and snacks.
November 2008
There were three alumni events at South Africa House in London:
The new Vice Chancellor spoke of his vision for UCT at a reception attended by over 100 alumni.
Alumni at Vice Chancellor’s Reception
Professor Frank Horwitz, outgoing Director of the Graduate School of Business, met with UK based GSB alumni to review the developments and accomplishments of the GSB and talk about its future challenges.
GSB alumni with VC Dr Price and Prof Horwitz
The Law 150 fundraising campaign was launched by Vice Chancellor, Dr Max Price, Prof Hugh Corder and Judge Dennis Davis who addressed some 40 UK based Law Alumni. They provided updates on UCT’s Law Faculty, as well as thoughts on the challenges facing South African democracy.
Law alumni with VC Dr Price and Prof Corder
Helen Zille, Mayor of Cape Town and Leader of the Democratic Alliance of South Africa, gave an inspiring talk to over 80 alumni and their guests at an event hosted by Baroness Chalker of Wallasey (Trustee of the UK UCT Trust) at the Houses of Parliament.
Helen Zille addresses alumni at the House of Commons
"Black Diamonds" a talk by UCT's Prof John Simpson - a joint event with the London-based South African Business Club, during which the SA Business Club bursary was launched.
May 2008
Vice Chancellor's Reception at South Africa House, to celebrate UCT reaching the top 200 in the World Universities Ranking – Prof Njabulo Ndebele makes his last visit to London as Vice Chancellor of UCT to meet alumni and enjoy a delightful musical interlude from talented UCT graduates.
Alumni at South Africa House to listen to former Vice Chancellor Ndebele
October 2007
“Exercising Advocacy : Some personal ideas and experiences” – a captivating talk by world renowned sports scientist, Prof Tim Noakes, entertained and informed over 120 alumni in London. 
Alumni at Professor Noakes' talk
March 2007
“Sizwe Banzi is Dead” – Over 70 alumni enjoyed the Baxter Theatre production at the Royal National Theatre, London and met with members of the production team and cast member John Kani at a post-theatre reception.
Alumni get together after the performance
June 2006
Vice Chancellor’s Reception to launch the Chancellor’s Challenge at South Africa House, London.
Alumni enjoy drinks at South Africa House
Back to TopForthcoming Alumni Events
7th September 2010
Law Faculty event at Middle Temple. An opportunity to meet the Dean of the Law Faculty, Professor PJ Schwikkard, and hear guest speaker, Professor Jeffrey Jowell : “Is the Rule of Law a Universal Value?”. For more details, please contact Angela Edwards.27th November 2010
England v South Africa
Events in 2011 – dates to be confirmed
South African wine tasting
Lectures
Vice-Chancellor’s Reception
If you have any suggestions for alumni events you would like to attend in the UK, please contact Angela Edwards with your ideas.
To ensure you receive invitations to future events, please send your email address - and those of any other UCT alumni you know in the UK - to Angela Edwards