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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 shines at marketing & communication industry awards

SU shines at marketing & communication industry awards

​​​Stellenbosch University (SU) scooped a notable 31 awards at the annual Marketing, Advancement and Communication in Education (MACE) Excellence Awards...

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Stellenbosch University co-hosts International Communication in Africa conference

Stellenbosch University co-hosts International Communication in Africa conference

Stellenbosch University’s Department of Journalism recently co-hosted the International Communication Association Regional Conference in Africa with the...

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World Children’s Day: Collaboration crucial to fight TB meningitis in SA’s children

World Children’s Day: Collaboration crucial to fight TB meningitis in SA’s children

​World Children's Day is observed annually on 20 November. In an opinion piece for the Cape Times, Prof Regan Solomons (Department of Paediatrics and Child...

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World Toilet Day: Many still lack safe toilets, proper sanitation facilities

World Toilet Day: Many still lack safe toilets, proper sanitation facilities

​World Toilet Day was observed on 19 November. In an opinion piece for the Mail & Guardian Dr Jo Barnes (Department of Global Health) calls on the government...

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DTTC-led project finds pioneering treatment to prevent multidrug-resistant TB in children and adults

DTTC-led project finds pioneering treatment to prevent multidrug-resistant TB in children and adults

​​​A landmark clinical trial reported last week at the Union Conference on Lung Health in Paris meeting showed that an oral antibiotic taken for six months...

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Strengthening Africa’s presence in global research arena — Prof Wim de Villiers

Strengthening Africa’s presence in global research arena — Prof Wim de Villiers

​​Africa Universities' Day was celebrated recently (12 November). In an opinion piece for the Cape Times, Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University...

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