25 Years of Impact Through Innovation - UCT 2025

For a quarter of a century, the University of Cape Town’s Research Contracts & Innovation (RC&I) office has been driving transformation through ideas that change lives. The Innovation at UCT 2025 brochure celebrates 25 years of breakthrough research, from pioneering sustainable fuels and medical technologies to animal health innovations and a growing portfolio of 40+ spin-off companies valued at over R250 million.

Discover the people, partnerships, and progress shaping the future of African innovation — from greener energy and biotech excellence to award-winning MedTech solutions that redefine healthcare access across the continent.

Download the full “Innovation at UCT 2025” brochure below and explore how UCT continues to turn research into real-world impact.