Issam Ahmed

Issam Ahmed is Health, science and environment reporter for Agence France Presse

Beyond batteries: Beetle bots

Sci-tech Issam Ahmed - 21 Aug 2020

A tiny robot is vaping methanol to power up its artificial muscles and punch above its weight

Earth’s toughest creatures may be living on the moon

Article Issam Ahmed - 8 Aug 2019

It is unlikely that they will be rescued in time. Even if they survived, they are doomed,”

‘One giant leap’: US marks Apollo mission 50 years on

Article Issam Ahmed - 17 Jul 2019

President Trump has relaunched the race to re-conquer the Moon — this time with the first woman — and to journey onwards to Mars

Trump accuses Saudis of ‘lies’ over Khashoggi killing

Article Issam Ahmed - 21 Oct 2018

The US president's comments are his strongest comments to date on the affair

Professor speaks out about alleged sexual assault by Trump Supreme Court pick

Article Issam Ahmed - 17 Sep 2018

A college professor went public for the first time on Sunday to accuse Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault in the 1980s

Press Releases

Special Reports

Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

Special Reports

Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection