Tsunamis could be detected by their rumble in the atmosphere

Tsunamis could be detected by their rumble in the atmosphere

Triggered by earthquakes, undersea volcanoes, and other Earth-shaking forces, tsunamis can devastate coastal communities. And when it comes to providing advance warning, every second counts. Scientists at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory are testing a novel approach...
Challenges build resilience and agility in African CEOs

Challenges build resilience and agility in African CEOs

CEOs in sub-Saharan Africa develop resilience and agility as they navigate an evolving and complex business operating environment, according to PwC’s “Africa Business Agenda: Business Operating Environment Perspective 2023”. To enhance business...

Talent emigration now a top risk for SA businesses

By Kathy Gibson – A vast majority of South African business leaders (80%) regard emigration of top talent as a critical risk factor for their businesses. And there’s reason for their concern: 55% of qualified young professionals are considering going...
Salaries sink in April, reversing recent gains

Salaries sink in April, reversing recent gains

The overall dismal economic environment has contributed to the average nominal take-home pay slipping further in April 2023, according to the monthly BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI). The number of salary payments has also fallen, signalling a troubled job...
Social media linked to youth mental health issues

Social media linked to youth mental health issues

Social media offers many benefits for young people, but there are indicators that it could also pose a risk of harm to the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. That’s the warning from US surgeon general Dr Vivek Murthy in a new advisory on...