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Prof Bonang Mohale during question time after delivering the 14th annual honorary Frederik Van Zyl Slabbert (FVZS) lecture on 18 March 2026.
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Events

Mohale challenges South Africans: What kind of leaders are we choosing?

As South Africa heads towards elections within the next year, citizens should be asking a simple but urgent question: What kind of leaders are we choosing? This...
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From banners to bags – SU sews up sustainability with Matie pride

From banners to bags – SU sews up sustainability with Matie pride

Instead of discarding damaged promotional banners and flags after an event, Stellenbosch University (SU) has partnered with a local NGO to upcycle the disused...

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Social Justice Lecture offers hope and inspiration for turbulent times

Social Justice Lecture offers hope and inspiration for turbulent times

In a stirring Social Justice Lecture, renowned social justice advocate Lord Dr Michael Hastings urged the Stellenbosch University (SU) audience to embrace...

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​Multilingualism helps promote inclusive education

​Multilingualism helps promote inclusive education

​​​In a multilingual society like South Africa, it is crucial to integrate learners' different linguistic repertoires in teaching, learning and assessment to...

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Update on student funding

Update on student funding

​Dear Stellenbosch University students

Nationally, Higher Education is experiencing challenges regarding student funding, especially NSFAS eligible and missing...

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The Division for Research Development (DRD) releases 2024 Research for Impact digital publication

The Division for Research Development (DRD) releases 2024 Research for Impact digital publication

The latest edition of 'Research for Impact', the digital research magazine of the Division for Research Development (DRD), is now available online:.

This...

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New report offers insight into SA teens’ smartphone habits

New report offers insight into SA teens’ smartphone habits

Today's teenagers are the first generation to grow up with constant online connectivity. As smartphones are becoming more ingrained in their lives, the question...

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