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Siba Kula

Impact

Sibabalwe Ishmael Kula helps shape the student experience at SU

Analytical, empathetic and detail-orientated, Sibabalwe Ishmael Kula plays a pivotal role in shaping the student experience at SU. From managing thousands of...

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A photo of a poster about the Take SU Back Home initiative with a link to register to participate in the programme. The link address is https://bit.ly/42RbifX

Campus life

Maties "Take SU Back Home" to their communities again this holiday

Numerous requests from students over the last few years to take prospectuses and promotional material home during the university recess to share with learners...

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A photo of the 34 head mentors in front of the Robben Island prison gates during their visit to Robben Island as part of the SU Mentor programme’s experiential learning curriculum

Campus life

Head Mentors reflect on leadership and transformation during Robben Island visit

A group of Stellenbosch University (SU) Head Mentors recently visited Robben Island as part of the SU Mentor programme’s experiential learning curriculum...

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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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Photo of a male student speaking at a podium at the Humanitarian Affairs Asia University Scholars Leadership Symposium.

Campus life

Humanitarian Affairs Asia invites students to apply for the 14th University Scholars Leadership Symposium at the UN, Bangkok

In a world shaped by increasingly complex and interconnected challenges – from climate change and widening inequalities to rapid technological transformation –...

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Photo collage of all 22 members of the SRC 2025/2026

Campus life

Meet the members of the Students’ Representative Council 2025/2026

The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) 2025/2026 was recently inaugurated at a ceremony to confirm the incoming members and honour the outgoing leaders...

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Students carrying in items to their new residence during move-in day in Welcoming 2026

Campus life

Familiarise yourself with the revised Residence Rules effective 1 April 2026

Stellenbosch University has approved a revised set of Residence Rules, which officially came into effect on 1 April 2026. Students are encouraged to familiarise...

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A photo of students in London exploring the city

Media release

Grow as a student leader by applying for the Abe Bailey Overseas Travel Bursary

The Responsibility Centre: Dean of Students (RC: DS) is excited to announce that applications are now open for the prestigious Abe Bailey Travel Bursary, which...

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Sandra Mbatha, Coordinator in the Development and Alumni Relations Division, photographed on the Stellenbosch Campus

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...

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A picture of the Red Square on the Stellenbosch campus.

Opinion and features

Hunger, dignity, and what we choose to see

There are certain truths that are difficult to sit with. Student hunger is one of them. Hunger among students is not a new issue and it does not occur by...

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