Stellenbosch University Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni of SU

• Dr. Christiaan Barnard (1953) - Performed the world's first successful human-to-human heart transplant at the University of Cape Town.
• Dr. J.M. Coetzee (1960) - Nobel Laureate in Literature (2003), known for his novels 'Disgrace' and 'Life & Times of Michael K'.
• Dr. Ampie Roux (1975) - Former CEO of Sasol, a major South African energy and chemical company.
• Dr. Johann Rupert (1968) - Businessman and chairman of Richemont and Remgro, one of the wealthiest individuals in Africa.
• Dr. Frederik van Zyl Slabbert (1962) - Former leader of the opposition in South Africa's parliament and noted academic.