Challenges facing NSFAS: higher education and training committee members voice concerns
Amidst criticism from committee members, NSFAS’s acting CEO Waseem Carrim outlines a plan for stability and efficiency, acknowledging the challenges faced by the institution.
Terence Nombembe awarded honorary Doctorate in Commerce by the University of Pretoria
The University of Pretoria has conferred an honorary Doctorate in Commerce on Terence Nombembe, the first black Auditor-General of South Africa, recognising his unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity in public service.
Blind student triumphs: Azraa Ebrahim graduates cum laude amid challenges
Azraa Ebrahim's inspiring journey culminates in a cum laude graduation with 14 distinctions, overcoming the challenges of blindness and the Covid-19 pandemic. Her story is a testament to resilience and determination, making her a beacon of hope for students with disabilities.
Charting new waters: Professor Ramjugernath's vision for Stellenbosch University
Professor Deresh Ramjugernath has officially taken office as the new Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University, unveiling an ambitious vision to elevate the institution among the world's top 100 universities, focusing on academic excellence and collaborative leadership.
Professor Ramjugernath: the human side of a Vice-Chancellor title
Professor Deresh Ramjugernath has officially taken office as Vice-Chancellor and Rector of Stellenbosch University, unveiling an ambitious vision focused on academic excellence, digital transformation, and student success
UWC students launch Ikamvalethu Million Campaign to support financial aid
Students at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) are taking charge of their future with the relaunch of the Ikamvalethu Fund, aiming to raise R1 million by June 16, 2025, to support those facing financial difficulties. This initiative seeks to empower students and ensure access to quality education for all.
FIA seminar tackles online abuse in motorsport
The FIA's recent seminar brought together over 100 members to address online abuse in sports, featuring insights from Roshni Gajjar and other scholarship recipients on innovative research aimed at combating this pressing issue.
On the hunt for meteorites in the far reaches of the Sahara
Every day, nearly 100,000 pounds of meteoritic matter enters Earth's atmosphere, but in the Mauritanian desert, herders have turned the search for meteorites into a lucrative pastime. Discover how these nomadic collectors navigate the vast Sahara in pursuit of rare space rocks, and learn about the impact of their finds on their lives.
UWC academics call for end to commercial milk formula sponsorship
UWC academics are leading the charge to protect public health by calling for an end to sponsorship from commercial milk formula manufacturers, as highlighted in a newly published paper in the Journal of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa