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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
’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
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
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 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