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      Academic Excellence

      9 Distinctions, 6 Elite University Offers and 1 Big Decision: Harvard

      9 Distinctions, 6 Elite University Offers and 1 Big Decision: Harvard

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      A standout academic record, environmental activism, leadership roles and a passion for public health have helped South African student Ita Collins secure a place at Harvard University.   South Africa…

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      Aimee Caplan Scoops String of Honours as UP’s Top LLB Graduate

      by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuyJune 11, 2026June 11, 2026 5,208 0

      Seeing SA graduates shine fills us with all the pride! Academic stars like Aimee Caplan set an incredible example for fellow and future students!   Pretoria, South Africa (11 June…

      Wits University Crowned Africa’s Top University in Global Rankings

      Wits Crowned Africa’s Top University in Global Rankings

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 2, 2026June 2, 2026 3,148 0

      Wits University has been ranked the number one university in Africa in the 2026 Centre for World University Rankings, placing the Johannesburg institution among the top 1% of universities worldwide….

      SA Professor Earns Honorary PhD for Pioneering Work in Medicine, Environment and More!

      SA Professor Earns Honorary PhD for Pioneering Work in Medicine, Environment and More!

      by Savanna DouglasMay 22, 2026May 22, 2026 17,378 0

      SA Professor who went from the University of Natal to becoming a world leader in medical, forensic, and environmental science receives incredible honours!   Pretoria, South Africa (22 May 2026)…

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      South African Spelling Team Crowned Best in Africa!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 11, 2026April 11, 2026 999 0

      A team of South African learners has just taken top honours at the African Spelling Bee!   Johannesburg, South Africa (11 April 2026) – South African kids are doing incredible…

      Mikhail Edwards | He Finished a Master’s in 10 Months… and He’s Only 24!!!

      He Finished a Master’s in 10 Months… and He’s Only 24

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque February 4, 2026February 5, 2026 711 0

      At an age where many are still finding their footing, Mikhail Edwards has already completed a Master’s degree, presented research internationally and stepped into a leadership role within the tech…

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      Eight Students at South African Universities Named Google PhD Fellows

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyDecember 7, 2025December 5, 2025 3,109 0

      Eight researchers from five South African universities have just earned Google PhD Fellowships, one of the world’s most competitive academic honours awarded to fewer than 300 PhD students globally!  …

      South African Graduate Completes 2-Year Master's in Just 10 Months

      South African Graduate Completes 2-Year Master’s in Just 10 Months

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 30, 2025 118,217 0

      With no IT background in school, Mikhail Edwards defied expectations and time itself to earn his Master’s degree in record time (with a distinction).   Pretoria, South Africa (30 June…

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