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Twin triumph: Atlantis brothers graduate from SU

The Blackenberg twins’ journey with Stellenbosch University (SU) began in high school – and this week, they graduated together from the same faculty. Born in...
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Human Rights Day 2024: Meaningful progress in 30 years, much work ahead

Human Rights Day 2024: Meaningful progress in 30 years, much work ahead

​​​South Africans celebrated Human Rights Day on 21 March. In opinion pieces for the media, experts at Stellenbosch University argue that we while have made...

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Statement - Convocation election process

Statement - Convocation election process

Stellenbosch University (SU) confirms that on the afternoon of 20 March 2024, a complaint of non-compliance with the Procedure to nominate and elect the...

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Researchers developing cellphone app that detects TB

Researchers developing cellphone app that detects TB

Stellenbosch University (SU) scientists are developing a mobile application (app) that will be able to distinguish a cough caused by tuberculosis (TB), from...

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SIAN 2024 delegates dissect dos and don’ts of internationalisation in higher education.

SIAN 2024 delegates dissect dos and don’ts of internationalisation in higher education.

​​​The intricacies of internationalisation in higher education came under the spotlight at the Stellenbosch International Academic Networks (SIAN) 2024 meeting...

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​ Motsepe Foundation donates R800 000 to SRC-driven initiatives

​ Motsepe Foundation donates R800 000 to SRC-driven initiatives

​The Students' Representative Council (SRC) of Stellenbosch University (SU) recently received a donation of R800 000 from the Motsepe Foundation to spend on...

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Two honorary doctorates, many qualifications to be awarded at March graduation

Two honorary doctorates, many qualifications to be awarded at March graduation

Stellenbosch University (SU) will confer 3 061 qualifications across 11 ceremonies during its March graduation week. Graduation, which is a highlight on the...

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