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UKZN chemist addresses energy crisis through nanocomposite Solar Cells
Choosing to tackle the ongoing energy crisis in South Africa, budding young chemist and Pongola resident Dr Samantha Ndlovu embarked upon a PhD project that would contribute to sustainable energy sources and alleviate supply and consumption challenges. She fabricated a renewable and novel solar energy device using perovskite/graphene-based nanocomposite.... Read more
Applications now open for 2025 Anzisha prize
The Anzisha Prize, Africa’s leading programme for young entrepreneurs, has announced that applications for the 2025 cohort are now open! Aspiring African changemakers aged 15 to 22 running jobs in generative businesses are encouraged to apply. Shaping your future, shaping Africa: Join the Fellowship Thirty-five exceptional young entrepreneurs will... Read more
Sibling doctors graduate: Mom’s prayers answered
Hard work, dedication, and prayers from their loving mother helped siblings Drs Gcinile Mngoma and Mlungisi Mngoma graduate together from UKZN. Gcinile was awarded a Master of Medicine degree in Anaesthetics, while Mlungisi qualified as a Medical doctor. ‘We are very proud of our respective accomplishments, and it is... Read more
Optometrists, opticians: Tradition of excellence continued
In 1924, a small group of dedicated eye health practitioners came together and founded the South African Optical Association (at the time) to provide a home for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, to promote eye health and vision care, and to address the professional needs of members. In addition, the... Read more
SANRAL pilots junior chefs training programme under N2 Wild Coast Road project
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) is venturing beyond road construction on the N2 Wild Coast Road Project, including introducing training for junior chefs, among its non-engineering interventions. The R20-billion N2 Wild Coast Road project is more than just a road construction endeavour; it is a... Read more
New study reveals hidden health risks of indoor fireplaces
During the cold winter months, it is nice to light an indoor fireplace for extra warmth or to have the occasional ‘braai’ (binnebraai). The downside is that you may be inhaling tiny solid or liquid substances that could be harmful to your health. In a new study published in... Read more
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at UP welcomes 2024 cohort
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at the University of Pretoria (UP) recently hosted an orientation event to welcome the 2024 cohort. The programme seeks to provide equitable access to education and foster leadership among young scholars across Africa. The orientation introduced the new Mastercard Foundation scholars and provided them... Read more
School of Rock expands global footprint with new Johannesburg location
School of Rock South Africa has announced its expansion within the country with the signing of a Sub-Franchise Agreement. This exciting development will see the opening of the first School of Rock location in Johannesburg, based in the vibrant neighbourhood of Parktown North. The new Franchisee, who joins the... Read more
Closing SA’s IT skills gap and reducing off-shore investment ‘requires a shift in thinking’
Honoured as Top Tech Innovator at the 2024 Wired4Women awards, redAcademy founder and MD Jessica Hawkey is driven by an unrelenting drive to work towards closing the skills gap in South Africa. In doing this, she hopes to play a part in shifting the scales in the highly imbalanced... Read more
New members appointed to the NRF board
The NRF is pleased to announce that the Minister of the Department of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, the Honourable Dr Blade Nzimande, pursuant to Section 6 of the National Research Foundation (NRF) Act (Act 23 of 1998 as amended) has appointed new members to the Board of the... Read more
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