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PROFILE: When innovation meets sustainability 

In a country where government controlled electricity supply is often unreliable, Asiphe Nhleko’s water-powered generator offers a sustainable alternative.  Wits student invents a water-powered...

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PROFILE: South African men need ‘holistic’ approach to heal

Dr. Malose Langa’s book has gained critical acclaim for bringing a focus and care to an often-neglected group in society. Professor Malose Langa’s book highlights the importance of healing and...

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SLICE: Universities are cashing in on student applications

Institutions of higher learning collect millions in non-refundable application fees while thousands of hopefuls are rejected.    As South Africa’s university application season gets underway, the issue...

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Residents vent their frustrations as City of Johannesburg holds open day for...

Accelerated service delivery mandated by city of Johannesburg mayor in problem areas of Joburg.  Open Day for Accelerated Service Delivery in Region F.  City of Johannesburg spokesperson seeks to...

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Relief for students as VAT increase is reversed 

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana agrees to a court order to suspend his decision to increase VAT and this means economic relief to many  VAT increase suspension leave students with a sense of relief...

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SLICE: World Press Freedom Day: AI is here to stay, are we ready to give it a...

Artificial intelligence has the power to enhance journalism, but is journalism in more danger because of it? Amid the chaos of a digital landscape currently being agitated and renovated by generative...

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REVIEW: Sinners blends horror, music and African American culture

Sinners is a genre-defying film that follows twin brothers, Smoke and Stack, as they return to their hometown to open a jazz club for their neighbourhood – with terrifyingly unexpected consequences....

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SLICE: The scourge of food insecurity continues to haunt students in South...

The effects of hunger among students need sensitivity and cannot be ignored. The continued struggle of access to food for students in South Africa is a cause for concern and an urgent matter that needs...

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“Neglected and Mistreated” by campus health

University students in South Africa, like their counterparts globally, experience substantial mental health issues characterised by high levels of psychological distress and limited access to...

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Citizens Take to the Streets in Protest Over Undocumented Migrants 

South African citizens march for voluntary departure of undocumented migrants, sparking debate on immigration policies and government response  The South African citizens call for a 30-day ultimatum...

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