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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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International Literacy Day: Innovative teaching methods can help solve reading crisis

International Literacy Day: Innovative teaching methods can help solve reading crisis

​International Literacy Day is observed annually on 8 September. In an opinion piece for the Cape Times, Dr Zelda Barends from the Department of Curriculum...

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Prof Tulio de Oliveira makes vital contribution in battle against pandemics

Prof Tulio de Oliveira makes vital contribution in battle against pandemics

​World-renowned bioinformatician Prof Tulio de Oliveira, Director of the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) in the School for Data Science and...

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From soccer player to PhD candidate

From soccer player to PhD candidate

​Graeme Dor's journey from soccer pitch to the realm of academia has been marked by dedication, passion, and a remarkable ability to balance multiple spheres...

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Researchers use speech technology to improve learners’ reading skills

Researchers use speech technology to improve learners’ reading skills

Our International Literacy Day (8 September) celebrations may be somewhat muted this year because of the massive reading problem we face. The latest Progress...

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Staff energised and inspired after Turkey exchange

Staff energised and inspired after Turkey exchange

“The mobility experience allows you to immerse yourself in another's culture, experience their food, streets and transport system, and see first-hand how their...

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SU’s Centre for Social Justice celebrates change makers

SU’s Centre for Social Justice celebrates change makers

Do you know someone who works hard to make a positive difference in South Africa? Is there a bridge builder in your community who actively tries to heal...

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