Established 1941
This year marks the 29th anniversary of the oldest Afrikaans arts festival in South Africa. The Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK or “Klein Karoo National Arts Festival” in Afrikaans) took place from 1 to 6 April in Oudtshoorn and tookRead More
The piano in the Neelsie has been a fixture in the student centre, filling its already noisy floors with the gentle (and sometimes discordant) sounds in the student center. However, at the start of the new term, its absence seemedRead More
Isidlamlilo (“The Fire Eater” in Zulu) is an encapsulating one-woman dramatic play inspired by the true story of Zenzile Maseko. She was a political assassin for the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) targeting the African National Congress (ANC) in 1980s SouthRead More
Op 12 April het Afrikalt, die Afrikaanse alternatiewe musiekkollektief, ’n Aandklas oorname georkestreer van magiese orde.12 kunstenaars/bands het die verhoog betree vir nege ure van kunstige. Die Matie het uitgereik na Damian Strydom, seerower in Die Doodsvonnis, cowboy in DieRead More
One thing that Stellies students aren’t afraid of is a challenge. With the Two Oceans Marathon (TOM) being right on our doorstep, the ambitious students of Stellenbosch University (SU) couldn’t refuse. The TOM entries were completely sold out this yearRead More
As Stellenbosch University (SU) campus security guard Masixole Wellington Ngqubungu, mostly just known as Wellington, becomes a TikTok sensation, students across campus cannot stop talking about him. Over the past few weeks, he has gone from a familiar face attheRead More
From cricket fields to boxing rings, Duayne Smith’s journey took an unexpected but empowering turn. Fueled by passion and a deep belief in the sport’s potential to change lives, he founded the Stellenbosch Boxing Association (SBA). More than just aRead More
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 a blend ofRead More
The adrenaline, excitement and expectation for a win was high in spectators, coaches, students, and most importantly – both teams’ players. After an amazing season of ample losses and wins on both the Maties (who won 8 games) and Ikeys’Read More
In 2020, a year riddled with misinformation, rumours and myths, Australia’s chief medical officer, Paul Kelly, delivered a speech at a press conference where he reportedly told Australian listeners not to wear face masks to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. ManyRead More
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 up with theirRead More
Congratulations, you have made it through the A1 season! Whether it was with a few bumps in the road or smooth sailing – you lived to see another day or, in the case of every Matie, another assessment season. Therefore,Read More
On Monday, 7 April 2025, the spirited Maties’ students held their breath as rain started to fall on the Danie Craven grounds, leaving the playing field in a less-than-perfect state. However, despite the wet conditions – with the rain haltingRead More
On Saturday 15 March, prospective students got a sneak peek into their future, when Stellenbosch University (SU) hosted its annual Open Day. Our future Maties seemed to be ecstatic as they were already on the SU’s grounds from 08:00. DeterminedRead More
Stellenbosch University (SU) has always been a popular choice for further studies amongst international students and, more specifically, Germans. Die Matie interviewed a German lecturer and student to find out about their experiences at SU and how Maties “gees” differsRead More
Stellenbosch University (SU) is greatly invested in international inclusion and diversity. But how much does our institution truly invest in the lives of the students who must adapt to a new environment? SU offers a wide variety of exchange programsRead More
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 blend of classicRead More
Athol Fugard died on Sunday 9 March at home in Stellenbosch. An internationally acclaimed theatre icon, Fugard was 92 years old. Fugard was born in 1932 in Middleburg, South Africa and grew up in Port Elizabeth and Cape Town duringRead More
Two Maties fencers came back with a gold and a bronze medal, after the fencing team competed in the Fencing Western Cape (FWC) provincial fencing competition. The team competed in Bonnievale, on 15 and 16 March. The competition included threeRead More
Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Coetzenberg, Stellenbosch University’s (SU) Maties Equestrian offers students a unique opportunity to develop their riding skills while forming a deep connection with horses. Under the guidance of coach Hamilton, an Equestrian expert, this equestrianRead More