As we start May celebrating Workers’ Day, we dedicate this series of profiles to our staff and their crucial contributions to Stellenbosch University (SU). Randall Adams plays a pivotal role behind the scenes in advancing SU’s global engagement, expertly coordinating international delegations and diplomatic relations. Known for his genial demeanour and calm adaptability, he helps create meaningful connections that extend the University’s reach.

Each April, South Africa marks Freedom Day on 27 April, commemorating the country’s first democratic elections in 1994 – a defining moment that continues to shape its constitutional order. Against this backdrop, thought leaders at Stellenbosch University (SU), whose work engages questions of governance, rights and accountability, reflect on the state of democracy.

Biomedical engineering student to represent South Africa in the final rounds of a global student startup competition. Amohetsoe Shale and her company, NAVU Mobility, will compete against 135 companies from 133 countries for the $1 million prize. NAVU develops affordable prosthetic knee technology.

International scholars and artists reframe decay as a creative force in heritage practices. Conference links heritage to environmental change, colonial histories and future responsibility. Academic discussions intertwined with exhibitions, performance and music.

SU’s newly redesigned website wins an international Gold Quill Award of Merit. Judges commend strong research, user focus and execution at scale. Recognition affirms SU’s strategic approach to digital communication

South Africa does not have a national policy dedicated to research security. Strengthening research security reflects a commitment to public trust, academic integrity, and the equitable pursuit of knowledge. Research security is a commitment to openness anchored in responsibility.

Freedom Day was celebrated on 27 April. Freedom also means that we must protect the environment. Freedom must also be about the conditions that make life possible.

Researchers, policymakers and practitioners have come together to confront one of the country’s most persistent and complex public health challenges – child stunting. Stunting is not a single-sector problem. It is systemic and requires a systemic response. Success depends on treating stunting as a national development priority, backed by strong coordination and accountability.

Each April, South Africa marks Freedom Day on 27 April, commemorating the country’s first democratic elections in 1994 – a defining moment that continues to shape its constitutional order. Against this backdrop, thought leaders at Stellenbosch University (SU), whose work engages questions of governance, rights and accountability, reflect on the state of democracy.

Each April, South Africa marks Freedom Day on 27 April, commemorating the country’s first democratic elections in 1994 – a defining moment that continues to shape its constitutional order. Against this backdrop, thought leaders at Stellenbosch University (SU), whose work engages questions of governance, rights and accountability, reflect on the state of democracy.