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Noku Katom
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Theology graduate is proof that education has no expiry date

When teenage pregnancy and early parenting felt like a double-edged sword, Noku Katom made a life-changing decision: She would “go and fetch herself”. This week...
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‘Mother of the Nation’ honoured in ceremonial blessing of SU’s Krotoa Building

‘Mother of the Nation’ honoured in ceremonial blessing of SU’s Krotoa Building

​​​​​​Songs, drumbeats, and incantations reverberated through Stellenbosch's historic oak-lined streets on Saturday, 20 May, as traditional healers, elders...

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Prof Wessel du Toit helps to enhance the quality of wine

Prof Wessel du Toit helps to enhance the quality of wine

​Prof Wessel du Toit from the Department of Viticulture and Oenology in the Faculty of AgriSciences at Stellenbosch University recently delivered his inaugural...

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Connected to Africa: Dr Lueme focuses on a healthy planet

Connected to Africa: Dr Lueme focuses on a healthy planet

The institutional theme at Stellenbosch University (SU) for May this year is “Connected to Africa" and on 25 May we celebrated Africa Day with the rest of the...

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Key competencies principals need to ensure good educational outcomes

Key competencies principals need to ensure good educational outcomes

​Almost three decades into South Africa's democracy, the school system continues to be plagued by unequal learning opportunities. A combined approach of...

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UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competences awarded to SU

UNESCO Chair on Intercultural Competences awarded to SU

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Chair in Intercultural Competences has been awarded to Stellenbosch University...

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A Day in the Life: Diane Gahiza

A Day in the Life: Diane Gahiza

​​​​As Project Coordinator of the Centre for Social Justice, Diane Gahiza is a very busy woman. Having a keen interest in social justice issues and excellent...

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