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Dr Thembani Dube, a lecturer in the Department of History at SU, capped her sister, Sukoluhle Linda Duba, a junior lecturer at the Department of Economics, on graduation day.
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Linda Dube played on through grief to earn her master’s degree

In the early hours of 4 December 2024 in Kimberley, far from home and in the middle of a football tournament where she represented Stellenbosch University (SU)...
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FMHS commended for excellence in teaching, learning and assessment

FMHS commended for excellence in teaching, learning and assessment

Stellenbosch University​ (SU) is highly respected for its excellence in teaching, learning and assessment (TLA), and this, said SU's Deputy Vice-Chancellor...

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SU explores out-the-box learning with digital escape room assessments

SU explores out-the-box learning with digital escape room assessments

A lecturer in education at Stellenbosch University (SU) with an innate curiosity and interest in innovative learning has challenged her student teachers to...

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Rooting out corruption key to reducing poverty in Africa

Rooting out corruption key to reducing poverty in Africa

​Corruption significantly impedes poverty alleviation efforts and overall development in Africa. It acts as a major obstacle by diverting resources away from...

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Around the world in a week – Global Week 2023

Around the world in a week – Global Week 2023

​From 9 to 12 October, Stellenbosch University (SU) International's Unit for Global Education (UGE) hosted Global Week 2023. The week was marked by various...

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CST announces Nina Callaghan as deputy director

CST announces Nina Callaghan as deputy director

The Centre for Sustainability Transitions has appointed Nina Callaghan as its deputy director. Nina joins co-directors Prof Reinette (Oonsie) Biggs and Prof...

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Hard work and sacrifices rewarded with Rector’s Award

Hard work and sacrifices rewarded with Rector’s Award

​Stellenbosch University (SU) recently hosted the annual Rector's Awards for Excellent Achievement. The formal gala dinner celebrated the outstanding...

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