Rooikops on the Rooiplein
Disclaimer: The author of this article is a redhead. As of October, the ‘Gingers of Stellenbosch’ WhatsApp group has...
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Exhibition showcases art based on untold stories
Stellenbosch University’s (SU) Biography of an Unchartered People project recently showcased their research through an art exhibition. While it...
Strawberry-picking season commences in Stellenbosch
The strawberry-picking season, which takes place between mid-September and January, has commenced in Stellenbosch. However, some of the usual...
Paul du Toit’s sculptures on exhibition at local wine estate
An exhibition of sculptures by internationally famed artist, Paul du Toit (1965-2014), recently opened on a local wine estate....
Kaaps: An old language embraced by a new generation
Despite being one of the oldest languages in South Africa, Kaaps has not received much recognition beyond stigmatisation. This...
Access to Stellenbosch museums free for vaccinated residents
All government-owned museums in the Western Cape, including three museums in Stellenbosch, will provide free access to those members...
Dorp Street Market: a cure for local businesses’ ‘Sunday blues’
The Dorp Street Sunday Market (DSSM) in Stellenbosch began in October 2020, with the aim of helping businesses that...
The man of steel with a heart of gold – A hero’s journey
Darren Thomas is an inspiration to all South Africans. A shooting during a house robbery, left him paralysed. Yet,...
New video series shares achievements of SU alumni
The first instalment of a new video series covering notable Stellenbosch University (SU) alumni was recently launched. The series,...
Op pad na bewaring met ’n spring, seil en skarrel
Ná ’n kwarteeu in die diereparkbedryf, weet Esther van der Westhuizen dat eksotiese diere waardeer, maar nie aangehou moet...