On 18 September, 2025, the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI), the LaunchLab, Stellenbosch Network and Innovus Technology Transfer Office at Stellenbosch University welcomed a vibrant gathering of innovators at the inaugural Cape HealthTech Connect event at BMRI, Tygerberg…
Stellenbosch may be known for its academic excellence and wine estates, but behind the postcard image a new narrative is emerging – one that positions the town as a serious contender in the business events and innovation economy. This was…
Seven student entrepreneurs from Stellenbosch University (SU) have advanced to the regional round of the 2025 Entrepreneurship Development in Higher Education’s (EDHE) Entrepreneurship Intervarsity competition.
The inaugural Neelsie Food-a-thon is an exciting new fundraising initiative led by the SUNCOM Letting Office team, that has made a meaningful contribution to the Stellenbosch University (SU) student community. Launched as part of the #GivingMaties and #Move4Food campaigns, the…
University of Stellenbosch Enterprises (USE) celebrated the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of its 35 spinout companies for their successes, adaptability and resilience at USE’s annual CEO event. Hosted by USE and proudly sponsored by Von Seidels, the event highlighted the…
Stellenbosch University (SU) has announced the opening of LaunchLab CERIBIO, a biotechnology laboratory for biotechnology startups. This facility is an extension of the services offered to entrepreneurs by SU’s business incubator, the LaunchLab. This initiative aims to accelerate the local…
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden (SUBG) is one of only two botanical gardens in a global survey of living plant collections that have continued to actively increase wild and conservation-grade plant collections in recent years. Carefully documented, ex-situ collections from known…
Nanosene Pty (Ltd) is the first bespoke polymer innovator and supplier in South Africa dedicated to developing and producing amphiphilic polymers to study specialised proteins that serve as molecular drug targets. Taking their innovation one step further, the Stellenbosch University…
In the competitive world of medicinal cannabis, efficiency and sustainability are not just buzzwords, they define success. Yet, in current industrial processes up to 50% of the valuable compounds from the plant (the cannabinoids) are discarded as waste. Addressing this…
For many students, the financial strain of tuition fees is a constant challenge. Despite various financial aid opportunities, a significant number of students still cannot cover the costs of their education. Recognising an opportunity for collaboration that can benefit students,…