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New AI air quality sensors to provide critical insights for public health
SACAQM and AfricaWeather have teamed up to enhance air quality monitoring with AI and IoTtechnology. The partnership promises real-time insights for businesses, researchers, andpolicymakers.
Former UWC Rector Professor Brian O’Connell leaves lasting legacy
He became rector at one of the most challenging times in the history of UWC.
KwaZulu-Natal has the highest HIV prevalence in the country
The national HIV prevalence was 16. 3% among adults aged 15 years and older, translating to an estimated 7. 4 million adults aged 15+ years living with HIV.
One step closer for SA’s 12th official language
This comes after the decision by the National Assembly to pass a bill to declare South African Sign Language (SASL) as the 12th official language of South Africa.
Tributes as UWC torch-bearer and true gentleman of science honoured
Colleagues and former students of the University of Western Cape’s Professor Emmanuel Iwuoha took their hats off in honour of his National Research Foundation award for being a torch-bearer for young scientists. Iwuoha was among the 68 winners across 10 categories who were celebrated at this week’s National Research Foundation award ceremony in Pretoria.