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New study shows editing grapevine DNA could boost resistance to disease and drought
Awards and milestones
SU bestows honorary doctorate on pioneer of digital banking in Africa
Dr Tjaart Johannes van der Walt, regarded as a pioneer of digital banking on the African continent, was awarded an honorary doctorate by his alma mater...
Awards and milestones
SU awards honorary doctorate to champion of health equity
Stellenbosch University (SU) awarded an honorary doctorate to pioneering South African social scientist and epidemiologist Dr Olive Shisana on Thursday (26...
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Twin triumph: Atlantis brothers graduate from SU
The Blackenberg twins’ journey with Stellenbosch University (SU) began in high school – and this week, they graduated together from the same faculty.
Born in...
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Dignity restored – SU chemistry graduate’s journey to success
Blessed Muyanga came to Stellenbosch University (SU) in 2022 in pursuit of a science degree and a sense of independence. He never imagined he would become the...
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Xichavo Makhubele opens new doors for his family with SU honours degree
Growing up in the village of Magoro in Limpopo, Xichavo Irvin Makhubele was raised in a home where generations lived side by side, and where the rhythms of...
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SU mentors shaped Handré Muller’s path to mastering science
In 2019, a group of Stellenbosch University (SU) academics walked into a classroom at Lückhoff High School in Stellenbosch to demonstrate life sciences...