We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Stan Weakley on the 10th February 2023

The UCT Department of Surgery is deeply saddened by the passing, on Monday 6 March 2023, aged 87, of Professor John Terblanche, a former Head of the UCT Department of Surgery from 1981 to 2000.

Dr Shalen Cheddie passed away on 25th November 2022 following a 2-year long illness.  This brought a premature end to the career of a remarkable surgeon who achieved a legendary status on account of his burgeoning academic standing, undiluted commitment to public service delivery and exceptional professional and ethical conduct.