Why Ethiopians are jumping to switch to electric vehicles

AFP|Published

In a world first, the government last year banned the import of petrol and diesel vehicles, partly for green reasons but also to help wean the country off increasingly ...

Principals warn hostile parents are driving teachers from the profession

Staff Reporter|Published

What used to be a trusted partnership between schools and parents is becoming increasingly adversarial, and education leaders warn the shift could have long-term ...

Independent pharmacies: the backbone of rural healthcare in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how independent pharmacies are transforming healthcare in South Africa's rural communities, providing vital services amid a growing burden of chronic diseases. ...

On the runway, Vivian Wilson is more than just Elon Musk’s daughter

The Washington Post|Published

Perhaps no one is having a better New York Fashion Week than Vivian Jenna Wilson. The emerging model and her waist-length strawberry blond hair have walked in four ...

I was a political columnist. Here’s why I’m now searching for hidden beauty

The Washington Post|Published

I spent a recent morning immersed shoulder-deep in that humble hayfield with a team of Smithsonian scientists, and they introduced me to a garden of treasures.

Stone Age wellness therapy is making a comeback

The Washington Post|Published

Just a few steps away from the golden sands that form one of Ireland’s most popular Victorian-era seaside resorts is Kilcullen Seaweed Baths. Vacationers and weary ...

Is it bad to let my pet sleep in my bed?

The Washington Post|Published

Sleeping with pets isn’t new; people have been doing it for thousands of years for warmth and protection from predators.

Inequality in Africa: what drives it, how to end it and what some countries are getting right

The Conversation|Published

The relationship between inequality and economic growth is a complex one, especially in Africa. Inequality is the result of a host of factors, including policy choices, ...

Huge pot of Nigerian jollof rice sets Guinness record

AFP|Published

Guinness World Records on Monday gave official recognition to Nigerian chef Hilda Baci in recognising her rice jollof, concocted in Lagos last Friday, as the world's ...

Lab-grown diamonds robbing southern Africa of riches

AFP|Published

Botswana and southern African peers that built much of their prosperity on diamonds are scrambling for alternatives as cheaper, lab-grown stones threaten their economies. ...

America’s friends will never trust the US again

Bloomberg|Published

Consider those military drones that Russia just sent into Poland, where NATO jets shot them down. It appears that Russian President Vladimir Putin was testing NATO’s ...

South Africa reflects on World Ozone Day 2025 and its commitment to a healthier atmosphere

Staff Reporter|Published

As World Ozone Day 2025 prompts a global reflection, South Africa's strides toward ozone protection and climate resilience shine a light on the collaborative journey ...

Rugby players face higher dementia risk - study

Bloomberg|Published

New Zealand’s top male rugby players are more likely to develop neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s than the general population, new research has found ...

Anger palpable as middle class bled dry

The Editor|Published

A growing sense of unease permeates South Africa's middle class, a demographic increasingly burdened and diminished. This erosion is a multifaceted issue, driven ...

Remembering the Snake Park

Frank Chemaly|Published

The park is a tribute to outstanding naturist and herpetologist Frederick William Fitzsimons, and his sons Vivian Frederick Maynard FitzSimons (1901-1975) who became ...

Well done, Coach Rassie! 2027 is just around the corner

Lucky Nkhoma|Published

The Springboks delivered arguably their best performance in a decade, perhaps even surpassing their 2023 Rugby World Cup victory of 12-11.

Watch VideoMofokeng, Phili and the winger duel: Matchups to Watch in Pirates vs Stellenbosch

Smiso Msomi|Updated

Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch clash in the MTN8 final at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday at 6pm. Three individual battles—Hotto vs Titus, De Jong vs Nduli, and Phili ...

A gem hidden in the suburbs

Frank Chemaly|Published

Neighbourhood Cafe is a lovely ...

Watch VideoDevin Titus urges Stellies to embrace unpredictability to overcome Pirates in MTN8 Final

Smiso Msomi|Updated

Stellenbosch midfielder Devin Titus believes preparation and resilience will be key as his side face Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 final at Mbombela Stadium. After ...