#DayInTheLife As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.

Join us for the 8th Annual Africa Day Lecture by acclaimed writer, historian and cultural critic, Dr Panashe Chigumadzi.

SU has six new Pro-Vice-Chancellors to drive innovation, build partnerships and enhance academic excellence. Pro-VCs serve as ambassadors of the University and the Vice-Chancellor. These positions complement the work of Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Deans and senior administrators by providing focused expertise and strategic coordination in priority areas.

Join us for Prof Riaan den Haan's professorial inaugural lecture, hosted by the Faculty of Science.

Join us for Prof Craig McGregor's professorial inaugural lecture, hosted by the Faculty of Engineering.

Join us for Prof Tammy Robinson-Smythe's professorial inaugural lecture, hosted by the Faculty of Science.

#DayInTheLife As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.

Prof Ashenafi Fanta, of Stellenbosch Business School, delivered his inaugural lecture on Thursday, 7 May 2026. He examines how financial access influences the performance of SMEs. Expansion of digital infrastructure and credit guarantee schemes can improve SME finance.

#ADayInTheLife campaign As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.

A new science-policy platform aims to bridge the gap between research and real-world food-systems action in Africa. Co-led by Stellenbosch University, the University of Ghana and Ethiopia’s Policy Studies Institute, the initiative brings together key players to strengthen evidence-based decision-making. The Africa Regional Collaborative for Agriculture, Nutrition and Health (ANH-ARC) aims to improve access to affordable, nutritious and sustainable diets across the continent.