Stellenbosch’s Silicon Valley moment

Stellenbosch’s Silicon Valley moment

Known for its vineyards and oak-lined streets, Stellenbosch is quietly undergoing a transformation that reaches far beyond wine estates and graduation ceremonies. What began as a 17th-century farming settlement is now positioning itself as one of South Africa’s most dynamic technology and innovation hubs, according to MyBroadband. Stellenbosch traces its roots back to 1679, when Simon van der Stel established it as a farming outpost to supply pr…