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Institutional news

A joyful celebration filled with blessings for SU’s 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor

The informal celebration of the inauguration of Stellenbosch University’s (SU) new Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, started on a festive...
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Healthy food on a plate with stethoscope and red heart for cholesterol diet and diabetes control.

Opinion and features

World Diabetes Day: Workplaces, community-oriented primary care can curb diabetes

World Diabetes Day was observed on 14 November. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences argue that well-designed...

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A picture of the Library and Information Service on the Stellenbosch campus that was taken during Autumn 2025.

Opinion and features

Universities building Africa's next generation of employers — one entrepreneur at a time

African Universities Day is celebrated on 12 November every year. In an opinion piece for University World News, Anita Nel, Chief Director: Innovation and...

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Different healthy food products photographed on a black table

Opinion and features

World Food Day: Promote indigenous foods to address food insecurity, malnutrition

World Food Day is celebrated annually on 16 October. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University highlight the importance of...

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The green ribbon is the international symbol of mental health awareness

Opinion and features

We must remove the stigma around mental health

October is observed as Mental Health Awareness Month, and World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10 October. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at...

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Opinion and features

Heritage Day: Experts highlight importance of multilingualism, creative imagination

Heritage Day was celebrated in South Africa on 24 September. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University point out that the country's...

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