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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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ADA Summer School empowers tomorrow’s scholars

ADA Summer School empowers tomorrow’s scholars

​​February was a prolific month for the African Doctoral Academy (ADA) at Stellenbosch University (SU). Over the course of three weeks, the ADA welcomed PhD...

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Record number of Maties cyclists tackle Cape Town Cycle Tour to raise at least R350 000

Record number of Maties cyclists tackle Cape Town Cycle Tour to raise at least R350 000

​A record number of 70 cyclists will be moving for Maties in need during the Cape Town Cycle Tour on Sunday 10 March.

Lead by Prof Wim de Villiers, Stellenbosch...

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Multifunctional KUZE holds numerous benefits for learners

Multifunctional KUZE holds numerous benefits for learners

“Sitting is the new smoking" – this buzz phrase, comparing an extended amount of sitting to the harmful long-term effects of smoking, is by no means...

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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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