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A joyful celebration filled with blessings for SU’s 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor

The informal celebration of the inauguration of Stellenbosch University’s (SU) new Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, started on a festive...
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Prof Pierre Goussard running to save children’s lives

Prof Pierre Goussard running to save children’s lives

On July 5th, Professor Pierre Goussard will line up at the start of one of the world's most challenging trail runs, the Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon in...

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Industrial Engineering offers women a bright future

Industrial Engineering offers women a bright future

​Industrial engineering offers fantastic career opportunities for women. Industrial engineers work in manufacturing, mining, logistics, healthcare, agriculture...

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Liam Gillesen: Building bridges through solidarity, not charity

Liam Gillesen: Building bridges through solidarity, not charity

​YOUTH MONTH

This Youth Month, we're celebrating students who are driving positive change on campus, in their communities and beyond. Through their leadership...

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Lesetja Kganyago installed as SU’s 16th Chancellor in stately ceremony

Lesetja Kganyago installed as SU’s 16th Chancellor in stately ceremony

​​​A cold and steady rain fell over Stellenbosch on Friday morning, but rays of sunshine appeared over lunch as Stellenbosch University (SU) celebrated a...

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Aidan Fletcher: Service guided by faith, driven by compassion

Aidan Fletcher: Service guided by faith, driven by compassion

YOUTH MONTH

This Youth Month, we're celebrating students who are driving positive change on campus, in their communities and beyond. Through their leadership...

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SARUA Hosts Inaugural Regional Higher Education Conference in Lusaka

SARUA Hosts Inaugural Regional Higher Education Conference in Lusaka

​​Lusaka, Zambia – 21–23 May 2025 – The Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA) successfully hosted its first-ever regional conference...

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