Climate change is the greatest threat to humanity and to global health right now. It is affecting the whole world and it respects no borders. The US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that the number of pandemics is...

We are delighted to invite you to the 2026 Library Research Week, taking place from 11–15 May. Under this year's theme, 'Score Big! Elevate Your Research!'

​​Marine researchers at Stellenbosch University have teamed up with Cape Town-based not-for-profit, Sea Change Project, to research the biodiversity of the Great African Seaforest. A recent MoU has formalised a two-year working relationship...

As run up to SU’s Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Conference (17 and 18 November) SU’s inaugural Teaching-Learning-Assessment Day brought together academics, industry partners and higher education specialists to debate the...

"If you're studying on any Medical and Health Sciences campus worldwide, you're likely to need support," says An-Maree Nel, senior clinical psychologist at the Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD) at the Faculty of Medicine...

​A new study at Stellenbosch University (SU) shows that a safer, more effective, and reversible contraceptive for men is within reach. Kyla Raoult, who obtained her master's degree in Polymer Science at SU's December graduation on Tuesday...

Prof John Babafemi from the Department of Civil Engineering delivered his inaugural lecture on Tuesday 14 October 2025. His research focuses on developing and testing sustainable concrete. He promotes material efficiency and environmental...

Prof John Babafemi from the Department of Civil Engineering delivered his inaugural lecture on Tuesday 14 October 2025. His research focuses on developing and testing sustainable concrete. He promotes material efficiency and environmental...

​Shark-deterrent technology developed by a team from Stellenbosch University is now being tested of the coast of La Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean. The Shark Safe Barrier™ is the most advanced shark-specific deterrent technology...

SU honoured top academics and innovators in teaching, learning and assessment at a prestigious celebration at STIAS. Prof Elize Archer received the Distinguished Teacher Award, while Profs Karin Wolff, Deborah Blaine and Sonia Fidder were...