​At SUWI we have a heart for our natural environment and are involved with several projects collectively functioning to map river quality in South Africa. Our objective is to make a difference by producing scientifically sound data.

If all Capetonians stood together and saved water, the water in our dams could last double the current predicted time-period. So says Dr Willem de Clercq, a water researcher from the Stellenbosch University Water Institute (SUWI). He says...

​​From capturing grey water for reuse to the mass rollout of water efficient fittings, the Stellenbosch University has implemented a number of interventions to drive down water consumption. The university's interventions, which are being...

The good news is that students and staff at Stellenbosch University (SU) are already using 30% less water than in the corresponding period last year; and there is no truth in the rumours that campuses will close because of the water crisis...

​Stellenbosch University(SU) is doing its part to abide by the severe water restrictions and has successfully reduced its water consumption by 45% . The University has achieved this significant saving by implementing a wide range of...

​​​​​General responsibilities ​Apply the Trace & Save system of sustainable agriculture, which uses the SWAN (soil, water, atmosphere and nutrients) system, biodiversity conservation; and people and animal welfare to measure and assess...

The Faculty of Science at Stellenbosch University would like to extend a warm welcome to our first-year students of 2021. Despite the many challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown regulations, we are ready to provide you with...

Highlights from the UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competence Conference in Rabat, Morocco

Join the 4th African Microbiome Symposium 2026 in Stellenbosch, South Africa, advancing collaboration in microbiome research across Africa.

The 17th Stellenbosch University Library Symposium will take place from 20 to 22 October 2026 in Stellenbosch, South Africa.