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Blessed Muyanga at graduation
Image by: Henk Oets

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Dignity restored – SU chemistry graduate’s journey to success

Blessed Muyanga came to Stellenbosch University (SU) in 2022 in pursuit of a science degree and a sense of independence. He never imagined he would become the...
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A Day in the Life: Alwin Mabuza

A Day in the Life: Alwin Mabuza

Alwin Mabuza goes above and beyond to help generate support and awareness for various fundraising initiatives, from the annual Giving Day campaign to the Cape...

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Polymer innovator helps to transform world of medicine

Polymer innovator helps to transform world of medicine

​Although she was encouraged from a young age to become a medical doctor, Dr Gestél Kuyler, from the Department of Chemistry and Polymer Science at...

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SU exhibits historical photographs of 1994 election

SU exhibits historical photographs of 1994 election

​The power of visual storytelling was on full display at the recent opening of an exhibition at Stellenbosch University (SU) that affords the public access to...

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A Day in the life: Khanyisa Xinwa

A Day in the life: Khanyisa Xinwa

Khanyisa Xinwa serves as the Student Support Coordinator at Stellenbosch University's (SU) Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences where she provides essential...

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FMHS Social Impact report: Healing beyond the classroom

FMHS Social Impact report: Healing beyond the classroom

Stellenbosch University's (SU) Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) extends its influence far beyond the realm of education and research. While...

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New Director: Legal Services ready to navigate SA’s evolving higher education landscape

New Director: Legal Services ready to navigate SA’s evolving higher education landscape

Attorney Neville Naidoo has the important task of tackling any legal challenges and potential risks that come the way of Stellenbosch University (SU). He has...

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