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From Backyard Remedies to Hospital Wards: Why Science and African Medicine Must Work Together
As South Africa observes Heritage Month, bridging the gap between traditional healing and scientific research is essential to ensure indigenous medicinal plants are safe,…
Birdie Mboweni turns anthropology into song
Musician and anthropologist Tribute Birdie Mboweni discusses her upcoming album Matimu, blending academic research on protected areas, history, and indigenous knowledge into song.
African communities need climate services that combine science and local knowledge
A study led by the University of Cape Town reveals a significant gap between available climate services and the practical needs of African communities, urging the integration of…
The refreshment station never closed
From colonial refreshment station to modern value chains, South Africa faces a vital test: ensuring Indigenous knowledge systems foster true ownership, enterprise, and…
Rural communities are seen but never heard
This thought-provoking article explores the often-unseen complexities of rural communities in South Africa, drawing parallels from film portrayals to institutional engagements.…
Bongani Shabangu
For Bongani Shabangu, 30, history is not simply about recording the past—it is about restoring voices that have too often been forgotten. As a lecturer in history education at…
Climate models failing to reflect inequality and Global South realities, study warns
Scientists say dominant climate and biodiversity models rely too heavily on existing economic systems and overlook inequality, Global South perspectives and Indigenous knowledge,…
When Home Hurts: Moshitadi Lehlomela on Healing Maternal Trauma
Author Moshitadi Lehlomela confronts childhood trauma in Healing the Mother Wound
Africa takes its seat at Wikimedia
Bobby Shabangu’s election to the Wikimedia Foundation Board marks a historic first for Africa and a decisive step toward global knowledge equity
Tshegofatso Seoka: Curating a new African consciousness at Unisa Art Gallery
The curator has created a radical meeting place where African consciousness, curation and community converge
Lesotho Highlands Water Project: Centre local voices in the climate change, conflict and peacebuilding nexus
Climate change and peacebuilding is usually dealt with at high levels by governments and international institutions, marginalising those directly affected
Indigenous knowledge is crucial in Africa’s climate and health fight
The climate crisis is fuelling illnesses such as malaria, cholera and dengue, causing food insecurity, malnutrition, miscarriages, heart ailments and mental health problems
The God Edition | Dumpsite to sanctuary: The sacred mountain of Mamelodi restored
Before Ephraim Cebisa Mabena embarked on his mission, the area had become an illegal dumpsite, a cesspool of murder and rape, a chop-shop for stolen cars and a hideaway for drug…
Revitalising communities through urban green zones – the key principles of transformation
Collaborative efforts enhance sustainability, impact and long-term viability, fostering a sense of collective responsibility and investment in community development
West Coast fishers hail court victory halting seismic survey
The Legal Resources Centre hails court order as stunning victory for indigenous communities along the coast