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Agapé Ledimo (1), a second-year BSc (Human Life Sciences) student, finds that “keeping warm in Stellenbosch winter is really hard.” She combats the chills with “those fan heaters that you plug in”. “When I walk outside, I have at leastRead More
Hundreds of Stellenbosch University (SU) students have stepped up to make a difference during the latest blood drive, held at the Neelsie Student Centre from 28 to 31 August. The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) visits the Stellenbosch campus onceRead More
University Sport South Africa (USSA) 2025 was lit up by Stellenbosch University’s (SU) maroon machines, where they came to play, and left with medals, memories, and perhaps a few bruises. The women’s hockey team played their way to the topRead More
Granaatsap, een van Premièrefees 2025 se toneelstukke, het gehoorlede laat lag sowel as kriewel van ongemak. Lisa Kukard is die skrywer en regisseur van hierdie surrealistiese tragi-komedie. Die storie volg ’n ouma, haar kleinkind (Madelein), die dominee, sy seun (Johnny)Read More
“If Stellenbosch sneezes, the rest of the country catches a cold,” says Clint Lemmer, Director and CEO of ABC Security Stellenbosch. These deeply resonant words reflect something much greater than crime within Stellenbosch. They shed light on the ripple effectRead More
The third term is packed with fun activities, fierce yet friendly rivalries, and cherished traditions that bring university communities together in full force. At Stellenbosch University (SU), Derby Week is not just a sporting event – it is a celebrationRead More
Trump’s Tariffs remain relevant as the deadline for their suspension draws nearer on 9 July, and questions on what this could mean for the world at large and for South Africa (SA) are running rampant. South Africa’s export relationship withRead More
Autonomous Systems represent the latest step in the long journey of automation (the process of machines performing tasks with minimal human input). During the Industrial Revolution, sewing machines, conveyor belts, and a whole host of new machines replaced hard andRead More
In South Africa, millions of people go to bed hungry every day, while 10 million tons of food are wasted, according to Jakob Holbak, founder of Refreshi. One local startup app, Refreshi, is tackling both issues head-on with one smartRead More
On Wednesday, 7 May 2025, a Gender Based Violence awareness screening took place at the Neelsie Cinema, at Stellenbosch University (SU). This was an event hosted by the Student Representative Council (SRC) in collaboration with the SU Women and QueerRead More
Run It Up was founded with one clear goal: to create more than just a running club. Their mission? To support students on their fitness journeys they offer a space where they feel seen, encouraged, and empowered – and, mostRead More
The beautiful Stellenbosch University (SU): no fences to block the aesthetic passageway of Victoria Street. It’s a welcoming atmosphere in a thriving town, but at what cost? SU students have raised concerns about safety on campus, particularly at night, evenRead More
As a first-year student, you’ll experience plenty of firsts: your first lecture, your first part-time job, your first apartment, and so much more. One of the many perks of living on your own, or even with a roommate, is theRead More
“The waves always come back.” This powerful refrain, sung by the chorus in The Winter’s Tale, captures the cyclical nature of grief and healing that pulses through the heart of this Shakespeare classic. Presented by the Stellenbosch University Drama DepartmentRead More
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Walking down Church Street, surrounded by cafes and restaurants, it can be tempting to tap your bank card left, right and centre. Unfortunately, as many of us know, as a student there is a limit to our funds. But fretRead More
The Junior Africa Cup in hockey, where Africa’s best junior hockey teams were showcased, took place in Windhoek, Namibia, from 8 to 25 April 2025. The South African men’s and women’s teams not only became African champions, but also qualifiedRead More
It’s truly breathtaking to have goosebumps from the sheer force of human voices, and the Stellenbosch University (SU) Choir does not disappoint. Their unique sound for a variety of choral music underscores their ability to move mountains in this town.Read More
The Stellenbosch University (SU) Student Representative Council (SRC) Manager was arrested on 30 April, following a report of a “deeply troubling case of Gender-BasedViolence (GBV),” as reported in a statement released by the SRC on 3 May. The SRC“ [recognised]Read More
It is not unknown to the inhabitants of our small town that there have been some issues concerning the amount of congestion within the borders of Stellenbosch. It is also, therefore, not surprising that an organization such as Young Urbanists,Read More
Stellenbosch University (SU) aims for a sustainable future. By doing this, SU is investing in “world -class renewable and sustainable energy research, advisory services, awareness campaigns and training programmes.” On Thursday, 17 April, the Environmental Sustainability Team at Stellenbosch UniversityRead More