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Local clothing drive warms up children in Kayamandi
A local non-profit organisation (NPO) is holding a clothing drive for children and families in need in the Kayamandi...
More than 2 000 SU alumni return for homecoming
Stellenbosch University (SU) recently saw 2 000 of its alumni return to campus grounds for its so-called “homecoming” events...
SU prof’s new book disrupts the schoolyard ‘straight line’
There is a clear need to deepen the understanding of gender and sexuality within schools, said Prof Dennis Francis,...
Idas Valley gets ‘Court of Dreams’
Stellenbosch Municipality recently partnered with the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport (SAS) to develop a basketball court at the Idas...
Mamma Mia! ABBA vs Taylor Swift event supports local cause
A local non-profit organisation (NGO) that supports vulnerable children and families recently benefited from an ABBA versus Taylor Swift fundraising event in Stellenbosch.
Exhibition paints a perfect picture for local artists
Around 100 people recently attended an art exhibition at a local art studio which showcased up-and-coming, local artists’ work...
Invasive plant species threatens Idas Valley biodiversity
In an effort to combat the problem of invasive plant species in the Idas Valley Nature Area, a student...
Maties rowing exceeds fundraising goal in 24-hour ergathon
Maties Rowing recently had their annual 24-hour ergathon, where they exceeded their goals by rowing 567km and raising R60...
SU research shows women’s shelters in desperate need of government funding
Women’s shelters for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) are crucial to their recovery. However, the shelters’ operation is almost...