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Valerie Mizrahi elected as international honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Emerita Professor Valerie Mizrahi from the University of Cape Town has been elected as an international honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, recognising her significant contributions to tuberculosis research and public health.
From setbacks to success: how Theshaya Naidoo became a digital content dynamo
Explore the inspiring journey of Theshaya Naidoo, a PhD candidate in Law and digital content creator, as she shares her experiences of overcoming academic challenges, embracing failure, and motivating others through her work.
Thobile Ngcamphalala: first black South African woman in 33 years to earn Master’s degree at Rhodes University
Thobile Ngcamphalala has made history as the first Black South African woman in 33 years to graduate with a Master’s degree in Topology with Distinction at Rhodes University, showcasing the power of perseverance and representation in academia.
Alaya Singh achieves prestigious white blazer at Durban Girls' College
Alaya Singh becomes only the ninth pupil in 30 years to receive Durban Girls' College's prestigious white blazer.
Academic, cultural and service excellence: Crawford pupil's journey to honours blazer
From violin virtuoso to mathematics champion, discover how determination and balanced pursuits led to this remarkable achievement.
Roets' controversial claims about SA universities teaching 'white genocide' gets rubbished
Ernst Roets discussed controversial and false claims about anti-White narratives in South African universities during an interview with Tucker Carlson, a prominent right-wing commentator.
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns as EFF member
Breaking his silence months after an unstable relationship with the party, particularly leader Julius Malema, Ndlozi said he will now venture into academia and surely contribute to civil society.
From system crashes to PDFs: Key tips for first-year Unisa students
From early submissions to module guidance, Unisa student Primrose Tau uses her experienceto guide first-years through the challenges of distance learning.
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.
Over 1,600 applications received: A remarkable response to Dr Iqbal Survé bursary
Survé Philanthropies is humbled and inspired by the overwhelming response to the Dr IqbalSurvé Bursary for the 2025 academic year. With applications officially closed, the organisation is proud to announce that an incredible 1,600 applications were received, a testament to the determination and ambition of South Africa’s youth.