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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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SU honours top matric achievers at inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Awards

SU honours top matric achievers at inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Awards

​There was a buzz of brilliance in the historical Old Main Building at Stellenbosch University (SU) recently as a group of exceptional undergraduate academic...

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Access to genetic testing brings hope for people with rare diseases in Africa

Access to genetic testing brings hope for people with rare diseases in Africa

This year, Rare Disease Day is celebrated on 29 February, the rarest day on the calendar. 

Rare diseases in Africa are receiving a welcome boost with the...

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New Chair in Urban Law and Sustainability Governance set to make a big impact at SU

New Chair in Urban Law and Sustainability Governance set to make a big impact at SU

​​During a time of unprecedented global climate change and urbanisation on the African continent, Stellenbosch University's (SU) Faculty of Law is set to...

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African scientists secure major grants to accelerate drug discovery

African scientists secure major grants to accelerate drug discovery

​​A network of world-class scientists across Africa has entered the global drug discovery arena following a US$7.2 million joint investment by the medical...

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City of Cape Town awards Stellenbosch University's Tygerberg and Bellville campuses for excellence in water ma

City of Cape Town awards Stellenbosch University's Tygerberg and Bellville campuses for excellence in water ma

​​​​​​​The City of Cape Town recently awarded a 5-star and 3-star rating to the Tygerberg and Bellville campuses for effective water management to ensure...

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DLTE TLA Seminar 14 March 2024

DLTE TLA Seminar 14 March 2024

Speaker: Prof. Susan van Schalkwyk (Director: Centre for Health Professions Education (CHPE), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences) (SU Teaching Fellow)

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