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Boksburg tanker disaster inspires award-winning safety study by local engineering graduate

When South African graduate Princess Dube chose to analyse the devastating Boksburg LPG tanker explosion for her engineering project, she never expected to win the prestigious international SIESO Medal. Her local perspective on the tragedy not only earned global recognition but transformed her career and confidence as a chemical engineer.

Saturday Star News
Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa's water crisis: smart technology could prevent national crisis

South Africa faces a critical water infrastructure crisis with demand set to outstrip supply by 17% within five years. As municipalities battle restrictions and systemic failures, experts advocate for smart technology solutions to avert a national catastrophe. Discover how IoT-powered meters and AI could transform the country's water management system.

Business Report Economy
BR Reporter|Published

From Cape Town to Texas: Local robotics champions set for global showdown

Cape Town's teenage robotics team Texpand shatters national records and secures back-to-back championships, earning a spot to compete against 9,000 global teams in Texas.

News South Africa Western Cape
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

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.

News Education
Andiswa Mdunge|Published

Physical Sciences maverick from rural KZN excels in matric exams and in top 10 in province

Shai Pitout, a learner from Little Flower School (LFS) in the quaint town of Ixopo is among the best matric achievers in KZN.

News Education
Xolile Mtembu|Published