Gcinumzi Haduse is the Director of Admissions at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and a proud alumnus. With over two decades in education, he began his career as a dedicated high school teacher, spending 15 years in the classroom before transitioning to higher education.
He joined UCT as a Student Recruitment Officer, later advancing to Student Recruitment Manager, and now leads the Admissions Office. Passionate about expanding access to higher education, Gcinumzi plays a key role in shaping UCT’s admissions policies. He serves on the Admissions Committee, ensuring fairness and inclusivity in the evaluation of all applications, particularly in assessing international school-leaving qualifications to uphold defensible and transparent admissions decisions. He also collaborates with Universities South Africa (USAf) to stay updated on exemption requirements for non-South African qualifications.
Beyond admissions, he remains deeply engaged in student life as a university residence warden, reinforcing his commitment to student success. His leadership ensures that UCT attracts top talent while fostering pathways for students from diverse backgrounds.
Rooted in education and driven by a vision for inclusive excellence, Gcinumzi is a transformative force in university admissions, strengthening UCT’s commitment to accessibility, fairness and academic excellence.
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