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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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African scientists secure major grants to accelerate drug discovery

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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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Digital innovation in healthcare under spotlight at inaugural conference hosted by SU

Digital innovation in healthcare under spotlight at inaugural conference hosted by SU

Data collection, ethics and use of AI (artificial intelligence) in healthcare are among the key topics leading global experts addressed at the inaugural Digita...

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New Chair in Creative Writing promises boom in Afrikaans literary art

New Chair in Creative Writing promises boom in Afrikaans literary art

​​Stellenbosch University’s (SU) award-winning author and dramatist Prof Willem Anker has been appointed as the Head of the brand new Chair in Creative Writing...

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Tygerberg and Bellville campuses awarded for excellence in water management

Tygerberg and Bellville campuses awarded for excellence in water management

The City of Cape Town recently awarded a 5-star and 3-star rating to Stellenbosch University's Tygerberg and Bellville campuses for effective water management...

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