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Surgeons use PS5 controller to perform groundbreaking endoscopy

In the world of latest medical innovations, surgeons in Switzerland successfully performed an endoscopic procedure on a pig, through a screen 5,780 miles away in Hong Kong.

Tech Gadgets
Duduzile Zwane|Published

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.

News Environment
Oceans Marasha|Published

The digitalisation of SA’s healthcare system

OPINION: Digital health is a rapidly evolving field that leverages innovations in information technology to address various healthcare challenges and improve the overall well-being of individuals and population, writes Olerato Manyaapelo.

News Politics
Opinion|Published

Sanatmetal South Africa makes its debut at Orthopaedic Congress

The new joint venture aims to set up an orthopaedics manufacturing facility in South Africa.

The Star Partnered
Brandstories|Published

Second South African professor, after Tim Noakes, to be recognised by prestigious American College of Sports Medicine

Professor Kathy Myburgh is one of six select scientists from around the world to have received a 2023 Citation Award from the American College of Sport Medicine (ACSM).

News Education
Kailene Pillay|Published

SA returns from WEF2023 with lessons learned

South Africa has joined with more than 50 countries to tackle climate change by supporting goods, services and technologies that mitigate climate change.

News Partnered
Brandstories|Published