
17 September 1962–6 December 2025
The University of Cape Town (UCT) community and peers are deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Dan Stein, an internationally acclaimed psychiatrist, neuroscientist and one of South Africa’s most distinguished scholars. He was born on 17 September 1962 and passed on 6 December 2025 after a short illness. He was 63.
Professor Stein’s contributions to psychiatry, mental health and neuroscience have left an indelible mark on the global scientific community. Highly respected for both his intellectual rigour and his humane approach to mental health, he dedicated his career to advancing understanding, improving care and reducing stigma around mental…
Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Established in 1995, this commission aimed
to help heal the country and address past human rights violations.

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