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In a ceremony rich in symbolism, solemnity and celebration, Stellenbosch University (SU) formally installed Prof Deresh Ramjugernath as its 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor on Wednesday, 1 October 2025, at the Endler Hall in Stellenbosch.
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Inauguration marks new era of transformation and excellence at SU

In a ceremony rich in symbolism, solemnity and celebration, Stellenbosch University (SU) formally inaugurated Prof Deresh Ramjugernath as its 13th Rector and...
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The name of South Africa’s new National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Sciences in lights at the launch in Stellenbosch.
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In Africa, with Africa, for Africa: Visit paving the way for future collaboration

In Africa, with Africa, for Africa: Visit paving the way for future collaboration

​​Stellenbosch University's (US) Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, recently led a high-level delegation on a first-ever strategic tour...

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First-of-its-kind summit hosted by SU’s Centre for Information Integrity in Africa

First-of-its-kind summit hosted by SU’s Centre for Information Integrity in Africa

​A first-of-its-kind Summit on Information Integrity featuring leading researchers, policy activists, industry roleplayers and media practitioners was hosted...

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Student-led initiative tackles food insecurity on Tygerberg Campus

Student-led initiative tackles food insecurity on Tygerberg Campus

A dedicated group of student volunteers is making a tangible difference in the lives of their peers through the Tygerberg Pantry Project (TPP), an emergency...

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Study reveals what makes telemedicine work in SA

Study reveals what makes telemedicine work in SA

​In a country where public health facilities are often overburdened and under-resourced, telemedicine services — the use of technology, such as video calls...

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Giving voice to children with communication needs

Giving voice to children with communication needs

​Members of the Division of Speech-Language and Hearing Therapy at Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences have completed a project to...

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The 3–4-year PhD in South Africa: A false economy?

The 3–4-year PhD in South Africa: A false economy?

​If we want our PhD graduates to help shape South Africa's future, we need to prepare them for more than just writing a thesis. We need to equip them for the...

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