National Honours

Prof. Lynette Denny received the Order of the Baobab (Silver) from President Cyril Ramaphosa at an investiture ceremony hosted by the presidency on 18th November 2021.  This award and honour was bestowed on her in recognition of Lynette Denny's work as a leading researcher in cervical cancer and its association with the human papillomavirus (HPV). The SAMRC/UCT GCRC is proud of this most deserving recognition for her work and our association with Prof. Denny.

Click here for the link to the award ceremony

Lyn Denny is a hero and giant in the field of medical research. We are indeed extremely fortunate to have an individual of her strength, calibre, and character in our midst. Do read this inspiring article on Lynette Denny and her work on cervical cancer, published today in the Daily Maverick.

Focus on Lynette Denny's lifetime work and her recognition by the Presidency has also been profiled in an interview by Refiloe Mpakanyane of FM Radio 702. You can listen to the interview here.  

CONGRATULATIONS AND WELL DONE TO OUR VERY OWN, LYNETTE DENNY !!