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Exploration of the Independent Innovation Path in Science and Technology with Chinese Characteristics
Discover how China's independent innovation in science and technology is reshaping the global landscape and driving economic development.
Capetonians willing to pay more for seawater toilet flushing
Discover how a recent study reveals that Capetonians are willing to pay more for innovative seawater flushing solutions to tackle the city's water crisis
Would Capetonians pay more for seawater toilet flushing?
Discover how a recent study reveals that Capetonians are willing to pay more for innovative seawater flushing solutions to tackle the city's water crisis
'Jurassic Park’ moment as scientists revive the dire wolf
The successful breeding of the first 'de-extincted' dire wolf, raises questions about the ethics and science of reviving extinct species.
Pinelands High School learners triumph with gold at international science competition
In a remarkable achievement, two Grade 12 learners from Pinelands High School have clinched gold at the Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition, impressing judges with their groundbreaking research on food waste management.
Hope for HIV prevention: Annual injection completes important safety trial
A new annual injection for HIV prevention, Lenacapavir, shows promise in trials.
New R46 million early warning system aims to protect KZN communities from extreme weather
Groundbreaking R46 million early warning system project to be created to protect KwaZulu-Natal communities from extreme weather events
Around Africa ocean expedition takes off
Exploring Africa’s oceans to advance ocean science
STEEM revolution: uMhlathuze school achieves perfect Matric results despite 40% unemployment
In a remarkable triumph for rural education, Amangwe High School in uMhlathuze has achieved a 100% Matric pass rate with 93% Bachelor passes, through an innovative STEEM programme that's transforming education in an area with 40% unemployment. This success story showcases how technology and innovation are revolutionising South African education.
SA healthcare tech firm using AI to solve complex health issues in the US
For the past decade, Vantage Health Technologies, part of the South Africa-headquartered BroadReach Group, has been using AI-driven solutions to address some of the continent’s most pressing healthcare challenges, such as the lack of access and overburdened healthcare systems.
South Africa's Innovation Hub to spearhead BRICS Science and Innovation initiatives
The collaboration aims to bolster the creative capabilities of BRICS countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—as they become increasingly pivotal players in the global economic arena.
Africa Tech Festival: ‘Technology is more than a tool; it is a bridge to the future,’ says Alderman James Vos
According to the organisers, Africa Tech provides a 360 degree view of how tech and strategy evolution is reshaping Africa’s diverse industry sectors.
Africa Tech Festival: Request for applications to scale African tech solutions for trade and commerce
The Africa Tech Festival takes place from November 12 to 14.
Innovative online gaming platform sends South Africa’s legendary BMW E30 ‘Gusheshe’ to space
In a cinematic spectacle that has never been done before, Dream Drive, an innovative skill-based online gaming platform, has sent a 1:18 scale model of the iconic BMW E30 325i, dubbed the ‘Gusheshe,’ soaring into the stratosphere and showcased it in a short film.
World’s first humanoid robot painting to sell at auction
Ai-Da, one of the most advanced humanoid robots in the world, is set to make history when its portrait painting of Alan Turing goes to auction for an expected hammer price of R2. 3m to R3. 47m.
Mission to find life under Jupiter moon’s ice
NASA launches its Europa Clipper spacecraft to explore Jupiter’s moon Europa and determine whether the ocean suspected of being beneath its icy crust is habitable.
Is life possible on a Jupiter moon? NASA goes to investigate
The Europa Clipper mission will allow the US space agency to uncover new details about the moon, which scientists believe could hold an ocean of liquid water beneath its icy surface.
Two SAPS female pilots in the running for ‘Forty Under 40’ award
SAPS top management has wished Lieutenant Colonel Kgothatso Khunou and Captain Zeldah Ntuli well ahead of the Forty Under 40 Awards ceremony taking place on Saturday evening in Kempton Park.
Medical digital innovation: Transforming healthcare with AI
At the healthcare session titled ‘Enhancing Inclusivity to Amplify Healthcare Intelligence', Huawei, in collaboration with industry partners, unveiled the Medical Technology Digitalisation 2. 0 Solution, an innovative platform that leverages AI-assisted diagnosis and intelligent quality control, promoting precise healthcare, diagnosis and treatment.
Fly in the STEM ointment
Any effort to attract pupils to the STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subjects should be welcomed and encouraged, not spurned because of petty squabbling.
Nzimande’s new programme to boost SA-Palestine science ties
Minister Nzimande initiates tech collaboration programme between South Africa and Palestine
Russia to host BRICS Solutions Awards 2024
Russia is set to host the fourth Brics Solutions Awards competition, aimed at showcasing the best technological solutions and practices in various fields from the BRICS countries.
Maltento’s sustainable Black Soldier Fly factory opens a world-class laboratory
Not only are the flies bred for protein in pet and fish food, but the poop from the larvae is also used to enrich soil as part of a global push for sustainable development and protection of the environment.
Minister Blade Nzimande unveils Nelson Mandela University's cutting-edge science centre
Minister of Higher Education and Training Blade Nzimande marked a milestone as he inaugurated Nelson Mandela University's groundbreaking Science Centre and other infrastructure projects funded by his department.
Cape Town robotics team to represent SA in global competition in Texas, US
The Texpand robotics team from Cape Town won the South African First Tech Challenge for the second time in a row.