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Sport sustained hope for prisoners on Robben Island, PhD study shows
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Stability without equity is fragile, Baroness Valerie Amos warns in 7th Social Justice Lecture
On World Day of Social Justice, the Baxter Theatre Centre in Rondebosch became a forum for a sober reckoning with the state of the world. Delivering...
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Water does not come from a tap
Water is a finite, life-sustaining resource that depends on rainfall, efficient infrastructure, and responsible use. It supports every person, ecosystem, and...
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Genetics research wants to help protect Cape snoek
Cape snoek is one of South Africa’s most important fish species. It continues to be a staple for many people, especially those in low-income households, as well...
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Council appoints Prof Liezl van Dyk to advance academic coherence, innovation and student success at SU
The Council of Stellenbosch University (SU) has appointed Prof Liezl van Dyk as Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic, effective 1 July 2026.
The appointment follows...
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SU’s ‘mountain goats’ run toward the flames
While many students glance at their phones during lectures to check messages or social plans, a small group of Stellenbosch University (SU) volunteers monitor...
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Eerste River study needs your help – students, hikers, landowners and other stakeholders
Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Invasion Biology is embarking on a comprehensive benchmarking exercise to establish the status of plant invasions along the...