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South Africa is in for a bizarre mix of weather, and it comes as something of a climatic shock. This Sunday, July 30, 2023, is shaping up to be one for the record books, with its disruptive rains perhaps triggering floods and its heavy snowfall affecting the health of cattle and crops. The Meteorological...
In the remote Great Karoo in Northern Cape, people are discovering a world as beautiful and exciting as the first page of a new book, full of adventure and the promise of a new life. Using resources from AVBOB’s Road to Literacy initiative, the Hantam Community Education Trust (HCET) has given its students a...
The announcement of BMW Group’s commitment to invest R4.2 billion in South Africa over the next five years has set the country abuzz with eager anticipation. But why all the hubbub? BMW will now manufacture their plug-in hybrid X3 in South Africa thanks to this investment. The Automotive Industry’s Quest to Reduce Carbon Emissions...
An Unlikely Entrepreneur Step into the bustling, energetic world of Khumbulane Phakathi, a 20-year-old student from the vibrant heart of Soweto. In an unusual twist of innovation and entrepreneurship, this University of Mpumalanga scholar is revolutionizing the tech industry, one cellphone repair at a time. Riding the Wave of Digitalization In an era where...
Academic halls reverberate with rumours of Unisa Vice-Chancellor Prof. Puleng Lenkabula’s lavish spending habits. The drama of magnificence has sparked discussions about government accountability about spending. Affluence and Extravagance It has been widely reported that the University of South Africa (Unisa) spent over R285 000 on sheer curtains for the official residence of the...
Amidst an ongoing energy crisis, a group of Soshanguve Technical High School students have captivated the nation with their innovative solutions. A solar-powered train, the first of its type, has been created by the team. Like the scientific pioneers before them, these students have taken an idea and turned it into a workable plan...
Welcome to the Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa, a veritable paradise for sightseers and outdoor enthusiasts. A state-of-the-art cable car is set to bring tourism to new heights in this magnificent region, which, for many South Africans, rivals the appeal of Europe’s Alps. The Drakensberg region is a summer paradise, perfect for hiking along...
The inflation rate in South Africa has been decreasing, which is good news despite the country’s ongoing economic struggles. As of June, it was back within the acceptable range established by the central bank after having dropped to its lowest level in 20 months. Especially in light of interest rates, the recent decline in...
Another gas explosion has ripped through the tranquil heart of Kempton Park on a normal Friday, turning the day into a scene from a Hollywood blockbuster. The effects of this tragedy, however, are not fictional and are very real for those who have been impacted. The gas explosion at the plant on Mission Road...