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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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Tiny microbes called up in fight against climate change

Tiny microbes called up in fight against climate change

Prof. Thulani Makhalanyane from Stellenbosch University is one of 18 leading microbiologists worldwide, representing 24 microbiology scientific societies and...

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COP29: Climate assemblies could be South’s answer to climate change

COP29: Climate assemblies could be South’s answer to climate change

​Global leaders gather at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) summit in Azerbaijan from 11-22 November to address the climate crisis. In an opinion piece...

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Green hydrogen grabs the limelight at SU’s SASEC 2024

Green hydrogen grabs the limelight at SU’s SASEC 2024

Stellenbosch University (SU) last week hosted the Southern African Sustainable Energy Conference (SASEC), a leading platform for researchers, engineers...

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World Children’s Day: Education a lifeline for undocumented immigrant children, child soldiers

World Children’s Day: Education a lifeline for undocumented immigrant children, child soldiers

​Education is a lifeline and a pathway out of poverty for undocumented immigrant children and child soldiers. It offers hope, fosters healing, and lay the...

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SU Celebrates Africa University Day by Showcasing Collaborative Research Excellence

SU Celebrates Africa University Day by Showcasing Collaborative Research Excellence

​​Stellenbosch University (SU) recently celebrated Africa University Day by shining a spotlight on its varied and impactful research and collaborative...

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Prof Deresh Ramjugernath appointed Vice-President of ASSAf

Prof Deresh Ramjugernath appointed Vice-President of ASSAf

​​​Stellenbosch University (SU) is proud to announce that Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Learning and Teaching and Vice-Chancellor elect...

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