# The University of Cape Town has climbed 17 places to 147th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2027. It remains the top-ranked university in Africa and recorded its highest overall score in the rankings since 2016. The university says improvements in research and teaching were among the main drivers of its rise. UCT vice-chancellor Mosa Moshabela states the result reflects the efforts of students, staff, alumni and partners.
University of Cape Town breaks into world’s top 150 universities