Phagoflux specialises in the development of innovative sensing technologies that facilitate the measurement of autophagy, a very important function for cell health. Leading the Phagoflux team is Prof Ben Loos, Professor of Physiological...

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In the ever-evolving field of biotechnology, innovative solutions are crucial to advancing research and industry applications. Fluorobiotech, a South African start-up and Stellenbosch University Spinout company, is at the forefront of this...

SUN Magnetics is a dynamic and innovative start-up software development company poised to revolutionise the industry. Coenrad Fourie, the CEO, leads a team of exceptionally talented and passionate engineers, dedicating cutting-edge...

A stokvel that funds education, fights procrastination and invests in community upliftment has earned two Stellenbosch University (SU) lecturers top honours at the 2025 Absa Stokvel Awards. The award-winning model was conceptualised by...

The EU–Africa Track 1.5 Cyber Diplomacy Dialogue brought together leaders from government, industry, academia and civil society to tackle pressing cybersecurity challenges. The diplomatic corps in South Africa, led by the Ambassadors of...

Charné Meyer, a final-year BCom Industrial Psychology student at Stellenbosch University, attended the Environmental Humanities Summer School at University of Bristol to deepen her understanding of how environmental narratives shape...

Collaborative Restoration: The project successfully united nursery partners, researchers, and volunteers to clear invasive species and restore Sand Fynbos at Blaauwberg Nature Reserve. Scientific Progress: The team successfully propagated...

Historic First: Four 2023 Journalism graduates earned the department’s first-ever SAFTA nomination for their documentary, Van Brood en Water. Rapid Success: Produced in under a month, the film has already featured at major festivals like...

In a world where shark populations are declining and harmful methods are being employed to mitigate the risk of shark attacks, one South African business is striving to find a better solution. Inspired by the delicate balance of nature and...