Indigenous Knowledge

All the knowledge we do not know yet

Article bogdan TagDiv - 14 Dec 2018

"Recovering ancient hidden knowledges, as long as we are responsible with them, is important considering how many ills there are in our society."

The art of naming things that already have names

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 7 Sep 2018

A vast collaborative project staged over three cities confronts the colonisation of plants

Protecting and preserving indigenous knowledge

Article bogdan TagDiv - 2 Feb 2018

The benefits of cumulative innovation associated with indigenous knowledge must accrue to its holders

Integrate science, don’t segregate it

Article bogdan TagDiv - 15 Dec 2016

Incorporating the best of Western and indigenous knowledge is a better approach for universities.

African farmers should think local

Analysis Esther Ngumbi - 27 Apr 2016

Thinking and growing local would create opportunities for entrepreneurs to develop and promote nutritious indigenous vegetables, argues Esther Ngumbi.

New study offsets toxic findings

Article bogdan TagDiv - 17 Oct 2014

Intellectual property fights aside, new research into the plant Hoodia gordonii highlights the dangers of misusing indigenous knowledge.

Inside Africa’s search for meaning

Article Robert Morrell - 8 Sep 2014

A new book examines the notion of a creative third space between Eurocentric and Afrocentric knowledges.

A new take on the cultural village

Article Gwen Ansell - 19 Jun 2012

Ideas of unchanging difference get a kick in the pants from the Sibikwa Arts Indigenous Orchestra, who will perform at the National Arts Festival.

Research goes back to our roots

Article bogdan TagDiv - 31 Aug 2010

Walter Sisulu University academics hone in on indigenous knowledge.

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Regulations for taxis have been relaxed over the last few days of the lockdown prompting criticism. Transport minister Fikile Mbalula however, has defended the decision

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Lester Kiewit - 3 Apr 2020

The health department says it is awaiting confirmation on whether two deaths in Kwazulu-Natal are related to the coronavirus disease

Coronavirus

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Lester Kiewit - 2 Apr 2020

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The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

Special Reports

Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders