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Reshard Kolabhai, doctoral candidate, Yale Law School

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Reshard's path from Stellenbosch to Yale

From a first-generation student arriving at Stellenbosch University (SU) on a recruitment bursary to becoming a doctoral candidate at the prestigious Yale Law...

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Matie, aerospace engineer and climate-tech entrepreneur.

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Fama Jallow: Reaching beyond the stars to reimagine solutions for Africa

Matie alumna, aerospace engineer and climate-tech entrepreneur Fama Jallow is a woman of firsts – The Gambia’s first licensed female drone pilot and first...

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SU alumna Anneline Arries

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Anneline: Using language to open worlds for young learners

For Stellenbosch University (SU) alumna Anneline Arries, language has always been more than a subject. It is a way to connect, to understand different cultures...

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SU alumnus Nyasha “Nash” Jokomo

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Nash: Cast your net wide and stay curious

Whether in his studies, his career or life itself, Nyasha “Nash” Jokomo has never been one to follow the conventional path. Instead, it is through unexpected...

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A photo of Tiara Pillay taken by Ziyad Kajee.

Institutional news

Tiara turns data into practical solutions

From her Data Science studies at Stellenbosch University (SU) to her current role in global markets at the Standard Bank Group, Tiara Pillay’s journey has been...

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A photo of Yanga Keva

Institutional news

Yanga’s path shaped by growth and purpose

Stellenbosch University (SU) alumnus Yanga Keva’s story has been shaped by a pursuit of knowledge, a willingness to learn from mistakes, and the courage to...

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A photo of Fazdai Zonke, taken by Vuyokazi Tyeku.

Institutional news

Fadzai sets her sights on a global career

Growing up in Harare, Zimbabwe, Fadzai Priscilla Zonke never imagined she would one day pursue a career in Animal Science. At school, mathematics was her...

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A photo of Lloyd Phillips, taken by Karen Winter.

Institutional news

Lloyd talks purpose, resilience and finding his path

For Stellenbosch University (SU) alumnus Lloyd Phillips, Youth Day has always carried personal meaning. Born on 16 June 2002, he marks his birthday on the day...

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Collage of photos taken at the Monica Residence 100th birthday celebration showing the birthday cake, current students taking photos, the Prim Sade George, residence staff, and the Dean of Students and Acting Chief Operating Officer at SU.

Awards and milestones

Monica Residence celebrates 100 years of history, reflection and community spirit

Monica Residence marked a historic milestone on 14 May 2026 as students, staff, and university leaders gathered in the Monica Recreation Hall to celebrate the...

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A picture of Bun Booyens, Tom Dreyer and Michélle van Breda

Media release

Three Maties among winners of prestigious SA Academy Awards

Three Stellenbosch University (SU) alumni are among the winners of the South African Academy of Science and Arts’ prestigious Academy Awards for 2026.

The...

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