Have you ever wondered why you might sneeze around one cat but feel perfectly fine around another? The reason lies in the proteins found in cat dander, urine, and saliva, which are notorious for sparking allergic reactions in many. These allergenic proteins find their way into the air, latching onto cat hairs. Over time,...
The problem of load shedding, which South Africa has been trying to solve for almost 15 years, is getting worse, and it affects every area of life, including the essential one of keeping food safe. This article aims to explore how one might promote food safety despite the varying temperatures in our refrigerators, as...
In recent times, Mark Butler, the revered Australian Minister for Health, took the initiative to propose a transformative policy concerning e-cigarettes, with the primary goal to curb the accessibility of vapes to minors and nonsmokers while availing them to individuals intent on quitting smoking. Yet, as we sift through the plethora of data and...
In the jittery 1980s, overshadowed by nuclear war apprehensions, an American named Dennis Hope leaped into the spotlight, claiming he had outsmarted the 1967 Outer Space Treaty and owned the Moon. He soon turned a profit by vending ‘Moon land’. But, as Africa Nova peels back the layers of this tale, Hope emerges not...
It’s intriguing, the lengths Disneyland has gone to ensure the “Happiest Place on Earth” retains its exclusive corners. Let’s dive into the heart of Disneyland’s mysterious allure: Club 33. When we speak of Disneyland, magic and child-like wonder come to mind. However, lurking in the shadows of New Orleans Square is a well-kept secret...
The complex relationship between South Africa’s troubled past and questions of land ownership and distribution is a hot topic in the country’s political and social debates today. Recent conversations around land reform are rife with misunderstandings, so it’s important to set the record straight. Land Reform in South Africa: A Stitch in Time The...
Very few people in South Africa at the time of its dawning democracy probably imagined that the country would still be struggling with the problem of “two agricultures” some three decades later. In South Africa, black farmers make up fewer than 10% of the agricultural workforce, according to recent studies. The inclusion of black...
The idea that children grasp languages quicker than adults has long been accepted. However, recent research contradicts this notion, suggesting adults learn languages more efficiently than children. Let’s delve into this intriguing topic and uncover the truth behind language acquisition. Child Language Learning Contrary to popular belief, children’s language acquisition isn’t as swift as...
Zimbabwe will have its elections in 2023, and young artists there are using platforms like YouTube to discuss politics and make parodies and critiques of the country’s autocratic regime through comedy. Taffy Theman (Tafadzwa Ngubozabo) is a well-known social commentator who uses satire, music, and a fake news studio on his popular YouTube channel....