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SU leads continent in research output, new QS ranking shows
Natural and mathematical sciences
Research grant will unlock critical mineral potential in Central Africa
A major new research initiative will shed light on one of Africa’s least understood yet promising mineral provinces, the West Congo Belt (WCB), extending for...
Engineering and technology
Prof Arnold Rix advances renewable energy technologies for a low-carbon future
Prof Arnold Rix from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University delivered his inaugural...
Media release
Pan-African Parliament adopts continent’s first Model Law on Sustainable Soil Management
Africa has taken a historic step forward for sustainable development, food security and environmental protection when the Pan-African Parliament (PAP)...
Opinion and features
Universities building Africa's next generation of employers — one entrepreneur at a time
African Universities Day is celebrated on 12 November every year. In an opinion piece for University World News, Anita Nel, Chief Director: Innovation and...
Engineering and technology
Prof Bernard Bekker wants to help plan SA's future power system
Prof Bernard Bekker from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University delivered his...
Institutional news
Infectious disease specialist appointed BMRI director
The internationally renowned infectious disease specialist Prof Jean B Nachega has been appointed Full Professor of Infectious Diseases and part-time Director...