Uncategorized Archives - Department of Journalism

Strengthening the Rule of Law: Challenges and Opportunities for the NPA

November 12, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) remains committed to impartial justice and free from political influence. This is the assurance given by National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi at the …

SACOMM Conference Celebrates Media, Communications, and Journalism

September 17, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

The Department of Journalism, in collaboration with the Department of Visual Arts, hosted the 2024 SACOMM Conference from 10–12 September. Nearly 160 colleagues from across the country, along with several …

Stellenbosch University Department of Journalism Hosts First-of-its-Kind Homecoming Event

September 16, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

The Department of Journalism at Stellenbosch University (SU) recently welcomed back around 50 proud alumni for its first-ever Homecoming event. Held during SU’s annual Homecoming weekend, the gathering brought together …

Prof Herman Wasserman Delivers Inaugural Lecture, Marking a New Milestone in His Academic Journey

September 6, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

Prof Herman Wasserman recently delivered his inaugural lecture, ‘Making Media Matter: On Truth, Dignity, and Love’. The full lecture can be downloaded here (Making media matter final). Here he is …

Stellenbosch University Shines at 2024 NRF Awards

August 29, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

Stellenbosch University (SU) has once again excelled at the annual National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards, with multiple accolades reflecting the institution’s commitment to research excellence. Among the distinguished recipients were …

Die departement huldig Anastasia de Vries

August 28, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

Die Departement Joernalistiek neem met groot leedwese afskeid van drs Anastasia de Vries, gevierde joernalis en voormalige Rykie-genoot in die departement. Netwerk24 haal Anastasia se enigste dogter Ainé aan wat …

HOMECOMING/TUISKOMS 2024

August 23, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

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Informative JICA Lecture sheds light on Japan’s mass media evolution

August 12, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

A fascinating perspective on the media landscape came to light during a recent lecture by a Japanese media expert at Stellenbosch University (SU). The third JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) …

Honours Class presents Their Doccies

August 6, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

Our BA Hons class was split into groups of six, each tasked with creating a documentary on different topics. Group 1 titled their documentary “Building Perspectives,” produced by Sherie Vollenhoven, …

Master’s Seminar on Research Progress at Journalism Department

July 24, 2024Posted by Fumani JwaraUncategorized

The second seminar for master’s students at Stellenbosch University’s Journalism Department is a key academic event where students present their research progress to faculty and peers. This seminar provides an …