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Institutional news
Anneline: Using language to open worlds for young learners
Opinion and features
Amid global uncertainty, democracy’s future relies on active citizens and bold renewal
Prof Ursula van Beek is the founding director of the Centre for Research on Democracy (CREDO) at SU’s Department of Political Science. She was born in Poland...
Media release
#Move4Maties: Moving together to help students succeed
Sandra Mbatha, Coordinator in Stellenbosch University’s Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) Division, believes running, cycling, or even a simple walk is...
Opinion and features
Creating the future of medical technology in South Africa
World Creativity and Innovation Day is celebrated annually on 21 April. In an opinion piece for the Mail & Guardian, Prof Sara Grobbelaar from the Department of...
Media release
New study shows editing grapevine DNA could boost resistance to disease and drought
A team of researchers from Stellenbosch University (SU) and the Agricultural Research Council have, for the first time, successfully edited the DNA of a woody...
Awards and milestones
A year of direction, a future of delivery: Prof Deresh Ramjugernath reflects on his first year as Rector
Twelve months is not a long time in the life of a university. But it is long enough to set a tone and, perhaps more importantly, to set a direction.
For Prof...
Media release
Rising malpractice claims threaten healthcare access, state resources in SA
In recent years, the number of claims for damages against the state for harm caused by medical malpractice has grown. The values of these claims have also...