Official Student Newspaper
By Inge van der Westhuizen and Lilja Flohr On Thursday 14 August, at roughly 05:35, a fire started in one of the rooms of Irene Women’s Residence. Marina dos Santos, Vice Primaria of Irene, recalls, “I was sleeping when IRead More
By Leah Falcon “We must recognise that educational dignity begins when every student is fed, safe and housed.” With these words Ms Success Sibeku addressed the engaged audience gathered on 30 July at Stellenbosch University’s (SU) annual Social Justice Café. Read More
By Anica Hattingh Gender-based violence (GBV) has been a prevailing topic in South Africa for many years, and recently it recently became a trending discussion amongst student bodies on Stellenbosch University’s (SU) campus. Two students, Ntando Zatu (Mentor at SimonsbergRead More
’n Nuwe beeldhouwerk getiteld “Dinkbeeld: Smeltkroes” pryk nou buite die Endler-saal in Victoriastraat by die Universiteit Stellenbosch (US). Die groter as lewensgroot bank is versier met inheemse voëls wat rustig op die bank wag. Die beeldhouwerk is geskenk deur AdrianRead More
Every year there are displaced individuals walking around campus and every year students are complaining. Will this ever not be a problem or are actual changes being made to the community’s current reality? Homelessness in South Africa worsens every year.Read More
Erik van Zyl, a proud Stellenbosch University graduate, now serves as the Faculty Administrator for AgriSciences in the Registrar’s Office. From the excitement of registration to the joy of graduation, Erik walks alongside students through every step of their academicRead More
A ten-minute scroll becomes your doom. A quick check-in to see what’s up online becomes your downfall. Whether it’s TikTok or Instagram, social media’s addictive algorithm can become a virtual trap – and a real problem. Think it’s time forRead More
Rock en Roll het weer lewe gekry in Stellenbosch toe GSTRiNG en Millennium in die laataand-ure by die Bohemia Bar optree op Donderdag, 8 Mei 2025. Dit was ’n onvergeetlike aand vir beide bands, met die gehoor wat smeek virRead More
. There is a current discussion on campus on whether university assessments genuinely reflect what students know and if they are preparing us for the working world post graduation. Assessment methods shape student experience, learning, and future readiness. Anna Winternitz,Read More
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is not your typical horror film. It’s a blood-soaked blues opera set in the deep South that blends vampires, juke joints, and cultural reckoning into one of the most ambitious films of the year. For those whoRead More
The world’s best indoor hockey teams gathered for the Indoor Hockey World Cup that took place in Croatia from 3-9 February 2025. This fast-paced and high-energy version of the game truly showcases the best talent from around the world. SouthRead More
by Emma Giles Just before you close your eyes for a good night’s sleep, what else would wake you but the sound of the Stellenbosch University (SU) residences roaming the streets and shouting: “Minêrva!”, “Simons!”, or “Nerina Ne Ne Nerina!” Read More
by Eben Labuschagne February 16th saw the release of Cape Town-based band Almost Alive’s long-awaited debut album, Apple. Beginning in the halls of Parel Vallei High School, the group morphed into a band characterized by their rootsy, yet contemporary approachRead More
by Ciara Shaye Seaman This Easter weekend, 29 March to 1 April, Greenpop will be hosting their 12th annual Reforest Fest at Bodhi Khaya Nature Retreat near Gansbaai. As a festival dedicated to the sustainable restoration of South Africa’s coastalRead More
by Almé Hugo Nestled at the end of Victoria street sits Bohemia’s contemporary, The Mystic Boer. A place filled with alcohol, debauchery and a winding staircase leading to more alcohol and debauchery. Mystical and magical. At least, it used toRead More
by Lienke Norval On 25 January 2024, a News24 article by journalist Prega Govender titled: “Inside Stellenbosch University’s house of horrors” went viral amongst prospective students, current students, and alumni alike. The article delineated the discovery of two strafkamers (“punishmentRead More
by Almé Hugo It is 3pm on a Wednesday afternoon. You just finished a two-hour tutorial at the opposite end of campus and the weather is hot enough to turn Stellenbosch into Hell-enbosch for the time-being. But do not worry!Read More
deur Emma Hamman en Lienke Norval Met die afskop van die vierde kwartaal word studente terug verwelkom met eikebome wat bot en die komende woordfees wat die strate van Stellenbosch sal vul. Die Toyota Woordfees word met ope arms terugRead More
by Flavia Davids and Laura Mutyambizi In an unprecedented turn of events, election season in Stellenbosch University (SU) was still underway well into the beginning of the fourth term. The elections were saddled with difficulty relating to the disqualification ofRead More
by Hannah Del Cuore When asked to describe The Pottery in three words, “live life creatively” was what Dillon Marshall chose to go with. It perfectly sums up the vibe that has been cultivated at this new ceramic café onRead More