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With deep SU ties, Louis du Preez takes up role on University Council

When Louis du Preez arrived at Stellenbosch University (SU) in 1990, it was his first visit to the town. Fresh from completing his compulsory military service...
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World generates 40 million tons e-waste annually

World generates 40 million tons e-waste annually

Every year, the world generates around 40 million tons of electronic waste (e-waste) - the equivalent of throwing away 800 laptops every second (according to...

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For Prof Nicola People are the Heart of Every Meaningful Innovation

For Prof Nicola People are the Heart of Every Meaningful Innovation

She believes people are the starting point of every great idea and the heart of every meaningful innovation, says Prof Nicola Smit, our Chief Operating Officer...

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Where flowers bloom, so does hope

Where flowers bloom, so does hope

Dear Colleague,

It is with great pleasure that I contribute to this gazette in my new capacity as Acting Chief Operating Officer. It is a privilege to join the...

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USSA sendoff speech

USSA sendoff speech

By Aiden Tun 

Good afternoon players, coaches and Maties staff​Before I tell you who I am, let me tell you what I believe: “I believe in showing up when it's...

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SU's Policy Innovation Lab supports high-level roundtable on improving SA's public service

SU's Policy Innovation Lab supports high-level roundtable on improving SA's public service

​​For over two decades, South Africa has grappled with challenges in its public administration, particularly at the senior leadership level of directors-general...

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Shattering consequences of tuberculous meningitis described in new study

Shattering consequences of tuberculous meningitis described in new study

Tuberculosis is one of the top 10 causes of death in children under the age of five globally. Young children, who have immature immune systems, are more likely...

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