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Successful implementation of NDP hinges on administrative reforms
The National Development Plan (NDP) is a detailed blueprint of how the government wants to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality in South Africa by the year 2030, but its implementation has been lagging. “The NPD can only be implemented...
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Welcome, welkom, wamkelekile!
Dear colleagues and students As the 2021 academic year officially gets going today ( 15 March 2021), I am pleased to bid you all a warm welcome! And I’m not alone in my excitement at having you back. This time, “town and gown” are joining...
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SU recommits to equal participation of persons with disability
Stellenbosch University's (SU) declaration to prioritise disability inclusion for 2020 came full circle with the celebration of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities on Wednesday (3 December 2020). The International Day for...
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Training about stroke support urgently needed in rural areas
When we observe World Stroke Week (28 October ̶ 3 November) and World Stroke Day (29 October), we should also spare a thought for stroke survivors, their caregivers and community health workers (CHWs) in South Africa's rural areas who...
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International Conference and Summit to explore civil society and business's role in social justice
Over two days in October, national leaders drawn from academia, government, business, civil society, the diplomatic community and experts from around the world will meet in Cape Town to shed fresh light on the role of business and civil...
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SU Food scientist recognised as a rising researcher thanks to food fraud studies
Food scientist Dr Paul Williams is among 13 distinguished young professionals recognised by SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, as one of it is 2020 DCS Rising Researchers. Dr Williams is a lecturer and researcher...
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'Survival' language courses foster individual multilingualism
*In celebration of the opportunities and possibilities multilingualism creates, the Division of Learning and Teaching Enhancement is hosting a Language Day conference on 30 September. As part of this celebration of multilingualism, we...
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A Day in the Life: Justin Alberts
As we kicked off May commemorating Workers' Day, we dedicate this series of articles to our staff and their important contribution to the University. Justin Alberts plays a crucial role at Stellenbosch University's Communications and...
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Covid-19 greatly increases risk of complications and death for pregnant women in sub-Saharan Africa
Pregnant women who are hospitalised with Covid-19 in sub-Saharan Africa are dying at a rate far greater than pregnant people without Covid-19 and non-pregnant people with Covid-19, according to a new multicenter study encompassing six...
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#WomenofSU: Magdel Pretorius – “I believe I'm in this role for a reason"
As acting deputy director of the Centre for Student Recruitment and Career Advice (CSRCA), Magdel Pretorius leads a group of dynamic staff members in recruiting prospective Stellenbosch University (SU) students in high schools across the...