Flyhalf Jurie Matthee has signed a contract extension that sees him join a growing group of players in committing to Stormers Rugby's Project 2029.
The Stormers have added depth to their front row with the signing of promising hooker Vernon Paulo from the Cheetahs.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi is embracing a pivotal phase of his career, balancing competition for national selection, a return to familiar surroundings in Cape Town and preparations for what will be one of the toughest international campaigns.
The Stormers Rugby Institute is back up and running for the first time in seven years, with a fresh group starting at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport this week.
Stormers and Springbok scrumhalf Cobus Reinach is set for a spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery to address a groin hernia.
Stormers captain Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu accepted responsibility after his side's second successive defeat to the Sharks, admitting a lack of discipline proved decisive in the 36-24 loss at Kings Park on Saturday.