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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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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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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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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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Media release

Dr Amon Mwiine wins prestigious Vice Chancellor’s Research Excellence Award

Dr Amon Mwiine, a PANGeA alumnus (class of 2018) bags the prestigious Vice Chancellor’s Research Excellence Award by aaplaatjies | Mar 6, 2025 | PANGeA Dr Amon...

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Prof Deresh Ramjugernath photographed on the Red Square

Events

First alignment, then acceleration

Speaking to the Cape Town Press Club last week, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, Stellenbosch University (SU) Rector and Vice-Chancellor, reflected on his first year...

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Media release

In Memoriam Prof Johann Laubscher

Prof Johann Laubscher passed away on 26 February 2026. He retired at the end of 2005 as an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at...

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