Safety and emergencies

Researched by the VarsityStart team from official university sources. Last checked 10 October 2026. How we check

Campus Security, Stellenbosch, 24-hour emergency: 021 808 2333 (WhatsApp line 082 808 2333)
Tygerberg campus: 021 931 5111 or 021 938 9507. SU pages list both, so confirm which is the 24-hour line and save it.
Police: 10111
For the night shuttle and the walk-with service, see Getting around.