Three-way face-off for ANC’s top job in Limpopo
Trio of ANC heavyweights being touted as likely to compete for the provincial chairperson job
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Durban university denies student jumped to his death over funding
The National Student Aid Scheme insisted it had fully funded his studies, despite suggestions to the contrary from student leaders
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Breaking the MBA mould – A radical rethink of business education for the real world
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Super tool or shortcut? How artificial intelligence is forcing a rethink of business education
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Africa must avoid ‘resource curse’ in green minerals boom – WWF South Africa
WWF-SA has called on the G20 to back fairer deal for Africa’s critical minerals
In 2020, a World Bank report forecast that there will be a 500% increase in demand for minerals such as graphite, lithium (above) and cobalt by 2050 to meet the needs of the global transition.
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How blinds add value to your property
Blinds are one of the most effective ways to improve your property’s visual appeal and marketability.
Another big win for MBDA as international rugby returns to Nelson Mandela Bay
On 13 December, the DHL Stormers will face French side Stade Rochelais in a round two Investec Champions Cup fixture at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
Newly discovered parasite named after Prof Louis du Preez
A team in the US found the elusive creature, now called the Latergator louisdupreezi, lodged on the eye of an alligator.
MBDA celebrates women who shape city’s future
The Mandela Bay Development Agency celebrates Women’s Day on 9 August by honouring the contributions of women helping to shape the fabric of Nelson Mandela Bay.
Africa
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Lesotho aims for 10% tariff on exports to US
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Lesotho at risk of economic collapse after aid cuts and Trump’s tariffs
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Mozambican children die after US funding cuts: Who bears responsibility?
Education
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New science hub bridges lab-skills gap for underprivileged students
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Gauteng needs 200 more schools, says education MEC Chiloane
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Calls grow to address marginalisation of boys in education system