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'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.
Hope for HIV prevention: Annual injection completes important safety trial
A new annual injection for HIV prevention, Lenacapavir, shows promise in trials.
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.
Botlhale AI wins top prize for language innovation
South African AI startup Botlhale wins prestigious Momentum success pitch 2024
Science, technology and innovation minister welcomes department's new name
With a renewed focus on technology, the department seeks to empower society and bolster South Africa’s global competitiveness.
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.
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
Western Cape Government wins United Nations Public Service Award
The provincial government clinched the award out of 400 entries from over 70 countries.
Skeletal remains found in world’s oldest wine
A groundbreaking discovery in a Roman tomb in Carmona reveals the world's oldest wine, along with some rather peculiar ancient burial practices.
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.
Elon Musk says Neuralink installs first brain implant in patient
South African entrepreneur Elon Musk said the first Neuralink Link — a device the size of about five stacked coins that is placed inside the human brain through invasive surgery — was implanted this week.
IOL signs MOU with Science and Technology Daily from China
“This paves the way for greater collaboration in the future on both the content and skills-sharing fronts. It allows our South African-based storytelling to reach a broader international and Chinese audience and exposes our audience to their storytelling,” IOL Editor-in-Chief Lance Witten said.
Tygerberg Hospital unveils new radiation therapy machine for cancer patients
There are only three machines in use in the Western Cape, one in the private health sector, one at Groote Schuur Hospital and now at Tygerberg Hospital.
Scientists find why humans evolved to have curly hair
Findings suggest that tightly curled scalp hair served as an evolutionary adaptation, enabling early humans to stay cool in the scorching equatorial African sun while conserving water.
For a bright future, invest in Africa’s young
OPINION: Throughout my visit, I met with impressive young Nigerians working on innovations that can yield dramatic results at a relatively low cost. They reminded me that progress isn’t so much about how much is spent, but that it is spent well, writes Bill Gates.
Youth are the tech-savvy innovators the insurance industry needs
One of the greatest challenges faced by South Africa’s insurance industry involves the loss of skills.
Youth Month: West Coast College ensuring students are equipped for SA workforce
West Coast College in Atlantis is expected to launch its 4IR building later this year, construction has already commenced.
Meet US Scientist Dr Gizelle Baker who’s on a mission to get more women involved in science
A renowned scientist from the US, Dr Gizelle Baker has a sit down with IOL to discuss the importance of more women entering into the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) sector.
SA’s first Covid-19 self-testing kit launched
A Cape Town-based medical company has announced the launch of the country’s first Covid-19 antigen self-test with a companion mobile phone application, HealthPulse TestNow.
ALX offers students sponsored tech training courses - apply now
In order to thrive in the future of work, careers must be built on core digital and tech competencies.
SA medical tech company rolls out innovative wireless ultrasound solution
A South African investment holdings company focused on bringing innovative technologies to the African medical industry through its investment has launched its wireless ultrasound solution.
Self-taught coder builds app that’s drawing international attention
The app can help you locate your car in crowded places like parking lots and at festivals.
LG calls on Gauteng residents to enter the Ambassador Challenge and win funding for community projects
The search is on for sustainable and innovative ideas aimed at empowering local communities.
WATCH: Laboratories in Kenya and Tanzania train rats to detect tuberculosis
Already known for finding land mines, the rodents could now transform the way the disease is detected.