• A Night of Light at Spier

    A Night of Light at Spier

    From 21 March to 21 April, Spier Wine Farm was more than just a place to sip wine – it became a glowing canvas. Various artists created 19 captivating installations that invited visitors to immerse themselves in… read more

  • Legends and Icons at The Daisy Jones Bar

    Legends and Icons at The Daisy Jones Bar

    On Saturday 14 March at The Daisy Jones Bar, the Stellenbosch public gathered to witness South African legends and icons, Squeal and Springbok Nude Girls. Betty’s Nuklear, a relatively newer band, opened the stage and tore it… read more

  • Keanan Eksteen live at Aandklas!

    Keanan Eksteen live at Aandklas!

    If you wanted to move and groove with South African artist, Keanan Eksteen, Aandklas was the place to be on Saturday 22 March.The evening was filled with an infusion of excitement, anticipation and, of course, Eksteen’s unique… read more

  • Som Van Twee: Skaterlag en trane pink in wiskundevraestel se tweede probeerslag

    Som Van Twee: Skaterlag en trane pink in wiskundevraestel se tweede probeerslag

    Vir meeste mense is daar niks erger as om terug te dink aan ’n wiskundetoets nie. Daar is maar net iets aan meetkunde en die stres daarvan wat meeste mense nooit weer wil herhaal nie. So wat… read more

  • Wanneer Het Ek Mal Geword(WHEMG)? GSTRiNG se Wilhelm en Neelsie worstel met dieselfde vrae as jy.

    Wanneer Het Ek Mal Geword(WHEMG)? GSTRiNG se Wilhelm en Neelsie worstel met dieselfde vrae as jy.

    GSTRiNG se onbeskaamde benadering tot selfontdekking en die realiteit van grootword word vasgevang in hulle debuutalbum, Sonvlug. Die naam kom al die pad van graad nege af saam en was oorspronklik ’n filosofiese besinning – “Wat as… read more

  • Headbanging highlights from Aandklas

    Headbanging highlights from Aandklas

    On Saturday, 8 March 2025, Aandklas hosted three bands that brought some great live music. The lineup included Sisters, The Man Motels and Ruff Majik. The night was filled with plenty of headbanging and engaging performances, all… read more

  • Anora – Live, Laugh… Love?

    Anora – Live, Laugh… Love?

    As the dust has settled on the battlefield that is Hollywood’s award season, one film has come out on top, and by quite a large margin. Sean Baker’s Anora, has been crowned the cinematic darling of 2024… read more

  • The Academy Awards: art appreciation or past its prime?

    The Academy Awards: art appreciation or past its prime?

    Last week, on 2 March 2025, the Oscars hosted its 97th ceremony. A question that comes to mind is: are the Oscars still relevant? To find the answer, Die Matie asked students on campus what they thought.… read more

  • 17 Years of sound: Looking back at Aandklas’s birthday bash

    17 Years of sound: Looking back at Aandklas’s birthday bash

    On 25 January Aandklas celebrated 17 years of good music, good drinks and good friends. The beloved grungy bar was packed with music lovers who rocked up to see ThreeOhFive rocktronica legends, The Govt., shake the stage.… read more

  • Top 5 Bar Specials That Will Save Your Wallet

    Top 5 Bar Specials That Will Save Your Wallet

    University life is all about balance. Balancing deadlines, balancing your budget with your needfor good food, and balancing on the pavement after happy hour. If you want to stretch yourrands while still living your best student life,… read more

  • When Worlds Collide: Art Department Treads New Ground

    When Worlds Collide: Art Department Treads New Ground

    Casa was too small for what The Art Department had in mind for the Golden Week of 2025, but what could be bigger than Casa’s classic courtyard and be able to host the now iconic music festival?… read more

  • A gust of sound: Jackal & the Wind return to Aandklas

    A gust of sound: Jackal & the Wind return to Aandklas

    Aandklas has long been a home for up-and-coming bands, and one of the success stories to have graced its stage is none other than Jackal & the Wind. Last Saturday, 22 February, the band returned to one… read more

  • Going out in Stellies? A few things to remember

    By Emma Olivier While Stellenbosch’s nightlife can inspire and bring people together, it remains essential to keep responsible partying and safety in mind when going out on the town. Keep it cool, keep it covered Letting your… read more

  • What is the deal with the USA and TikTok?

    By Inge van der Westhuizen Most people who have used TikTok since 2020 know that the U.S. government has been considering banning the app for years. In 2020, President Donald Trump suggested banning TikTok, which is owned… read more

  • Here, there and all the special spots in Stellenbosch

    By Anke Maritz Stellenbosch is so much more than just a town of students. It’s a place where you meet new people, engage in different conversations, and connect with like-minded individuals. Whether connection happens through coffee dates,… read more

  • Stellies and its live music scene

    Stellies and its live music scene

    by Jana Gous and Eben Labuschagne Stellenbosch is a cool place, filled with cool people who live and breathe music. Holed up in bars across town, the Stellies music scene has nurtured an ever changing, ever hungry… read more

  • The Apple of their heroes’ eyes: An album review

    The Apple of their heroes’ eyes: An album review

    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,… read more

  • The Fallen Boer

    The Fallen Boer

    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,… read more

  • Toyota Woordfees 2023: Waarvoor om na uit te kyk

    Toyota Woordfees 2023: Waarvoor om na uit te kyk

    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… read more

  • SU Acapella 2023: Soulful Song and Standing Ovations

    SU Acapella 2023: Soulful Song and Standing Ovations

    by Jade Wainwright While you may hear the word “acapella” and internally cringe, remembering that one kid who really overdid it with the cup song after Pitch Perfect was released, imagine instead a better picture that may… read more