It was recently ranked the number one university of technology on the African continent
Dung beetles use different directional sensors to achieve the highest possible navigational precision in difficult conditions
The emerging new world order demands reflexive schools whose graduates address society’s needs
The qualification must evolve beyond the niche to better the society in which academics live
Historical maritime voyage
In a speech to graduates at Rhodes University, Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela said that reviewing accepted wisdoms can help to repair the past
The University of Pretoria’s new flagship research institute aspires to transform the world through African research excellence
A new study suggests they build super-highways without having to communicate with each other
The UFS now has 156 NRF-rated researchers and five Sarchi Research Chairs
Engineering Research Capacity Development Award: by an individual
There’s strong evidence that, all things being equal, leading South African universities provide “world class” training at PhD level
Researchers should try to make their literature reviews as reliable as possible and adhere to strict standards
Working together to restore human dignity through universal access to water and sanitation
A Senegalese researcher wants to find missing clues of slavery to piece together the history and future of his country
Unless the government acts now, we will leave our children with a legacy of scientific colonialism.
There is a direct link between advanced research work and South Africa’s social goals.
Not only are they at the mercy of publishing houses, their rights are also limited by South African law.
Food security is threatened when irrigation systems get worn out by biofouling.
Why do some universities and journals put so many hurdles in the way?
Braamfontein will soon be home to not only artists and hipsters, but tech-savvy researchers attracted to innovation and rejuvenation of the city.
