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Women's Month 2026

Celebrating the women who inspire, lead and shape our future

As South Africa commemorates Women's Month in August,
#WomenofSU are shaping and leading change
across research, innovation, institutional leadership,
teaching and learning, administration and support services,
student success and social impact.

Follow our #WomenofSU series as we celebrate the remarkable staff and students whose contributions continue to enrich our University and society.

#WomenofSU series

Follow our #WomenofSU series as we celebrate the remarkable staff and students whose contributions continue to enrich our University and society.

More stories of impact

Read more stories about the remarkable #WomenofSU who are shaping our University, communities and the future.

Women shaping conversations

Through their voices, expertise and research, #WomenofSU are influencing public discourse and contributing to conversations that shape our future.