Dr Retha Smit has just collected her PhD in psychiatry from Stellenbosch University, and she’ll tell you straight that age had nothing to do with it! Stellenbosch, South Africa…
Putting their motto to serve as they learn into motion, over 50 Stellenbosch health sciences students traded their textbooks for the front lines, working alongside dedicated nurses to bring vital…
She was arrested and then barred from her degree. Her twin daughters just graduated from the same university together. Stellenbosch, South Africa (29 March 2026) – In the early…
From the streets of Cape Flats to the history books: Elana Ryklief hasn’t just earned a PhD, she’s broken personal generational cycles and redefined the general understanding of transgender narratives….
What started as a peaceful church outing turned into a powerful moment of friendship when two brave young men jumped into action to save their friend from a dangerous rip…
A week of friendship and jaw-dropping mountain biking action as South Africa’s top freeriders take Darkfest 2026 to the next level. Stellenbosch, South Africa (24 March 2026) – The…
‘Many well-witschias for the day’ – Stellenbosch University’s Botanical Garden celebrates a special centenarian birthday of one of the oldest and most fascinating plants on earth! Stellenbosch, South Africa…
In just a few days, Stellenbosch University lecturer Dr Marietjie Lutz will be turning grit into generosity and kilometres into opportunity for deserving science students in need. Stellenbosch, South…
The ‘Calling Cape Town Challenge’ combines the Robben Island swim, Cape Town Cycle Tour and the Three Peaks trail run, a 167km test of endurance aimed at raising funds for…
Thirteen university students are balancing their studies with the heroic work of fighting wildfires. Stellenbosch, South Africa (03 March 2026) – Their fellow Stellenbosch University (SU) community calls them…
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"The greatest discovery of any generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitude." - William James
