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Mental Health in the Workplace: Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health disorders are among the leading causes of ill health and disability worldwide. (1,2) Globally, it is estimated that 264 million people suffer from depression with many of these people also suffering with anxiety.(1) A healthy...
Staff energised and inspired after Turkey exchange
“The mobility experience allows you to immerse yourself in another's culture, experience their food, streets and transport system, and see first-hand how their university operates," says administrative officer Michelle Masango-Plato. She...
Important TB study sheds light on disease development
A study by Stellenbosch University scientists has shown that certain people's immune systems react differently when exposed to the bacteria that cause tuberculosis ( Mycobacterium tuberculosis or Mtb) than others. This research, recently...
Africa needs correct policies before 2050 to ensure food security
African governments and the African Union must develop correct policies before 2050 to help ensure food security in the continent and the rest of the world. This is the view of Dr Ethel Phiri (Department of Agronomy) and Master's students...
SU building data science capability in Africa
“South Africa and the continent of Africa has a lot to teach the rest of the world. We have a very young and intelligent population. It is a unique place where Data Science can be used to create opportunities for Africa and outside Africa...
SU Ombud is here to help you
The Ombud has for long served as an independent channel through which people can seek help. At Stellenbosch University (SU), the Office of the Ombud is an independent, neutral and confidential space for people to discuss their issues and...
Sometimes all you need is someone to believe in you.
Mitch's story, like most of our students, starts with the day that he received his matric results. The results would not allow him to pursue his dreams and be selected to the studies of his choice at Stellenbosch University. During a High...
Prof Jimmy Volmink recognised with honorary doctorate for ‘individuals of exceptional distinction’
A highly distinguished career over more than three decades has earned many honours for Prof Jimmy Volmink, the Dean of Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. In February, the Belgian university KU Leuven will add...
SU pays homage to Constitution with new art installation
The unveiling of a new artwork in front of Stellenbosch University's Ou Hoofgebou (Old Main Building) in Ryneveld Street depicts the SU community's commitment to unity and nation-building. “We want to unite the University community with...
‘We need to educate parents to be parents’: Dr Tasneemah Cornelissen-Nordien
Too much responsibility is placed on the shoulders of youngsters by expecting them to be the whistle blowers of child sexual abuse. In an ideal world, it shouldn't even be necessary to educate them about how to scream and run away if...