Search | University of Cape Town

Mr Pura Mgolombane

Mr Pura Mgolombane was appointed as the executive director of student affairs with effect from 1 February 2021. He is responsible for overseeing the provision of support and development services to the UCT student body.

With over 20 years of experience working with students, Mr Mgolombane is an ideal person to lead such an integral department.

The executive director oversees:

Ms Ujala Satgoor

Ms Ujala Satgoor was appointed the Executive Director: Libraries, effective from 1 January 2019.

Ms Satgoor brings with her years of experience in the higher education environment. She has previous experience as the director of library services at Rhodes University, and as the deputy director of library services at the University of Pretoria.

Ms Juliet Mhango

Ms Juliet Refiloe Mhango assumed the position of Executive Director: Human Resources with effect from 1 June 2025.

Talking UCT legacy with VC

The six-month mark of his tenure presented the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) vice-chancellor, Professor Mosa Moshabela, an opportunity to speak about legacy and what it means from a historic point of view, and its custodian: the future.

Preparing UCT’s future

Ensuring the talent that walks through the doors of the University of Cape Town has an enabling environment to thrive will secure the institution’s standing well into the future, according to Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela.

Bold thinking and open hearts needed for transformation

University of Cape Town (UCT) Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela outlines the role of universities in South Africa’s future.

One year in office: Expressing gratitude and unveiling Strategy 2030

Today marks one year since I joined the University of Cape Town (UCT) as the 11th Vice-Chancellor. I wish to take this moment to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for all the support you have given me since 1 August 2024.