Joburg Smart City Innovation Challenge finalists chosen

Every year, the City of Johannesburg launches a search for best smart digital technology solutions through “Smart City Innovation Challenge” to help citizens stay connected and allow businesses, citizens and public administrations to find ways to respond...
Robotic assisted cardiothoracic surgery a first for Africa

Robotic assisted cardiothoracic surgery a first for Africa

In a first for the continent, a cardiothoracic robotic-assisted surgery programme has been established at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Hospital to provide less invasive alternatives for procedures involving the chest cavity, including lung cancer and cardiac surgeries...

African trade bounces back

Africa’s trade grew significantly as the world gradually recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic. This is the word from, Professor Benedict Oramah, president and chairman of the board of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), at the launch of the African Trade...

Young scientists do SA proud

Two South African young scientists have captivated judges with their research at the 2022 Global Youth Science and Technology Bowl (GYSTB) Science Fair held in Hong Kong, each bagging awards in their respective categories. The GYSTB is an online international student...

Virtual health needs to be accessible and equal

Many unnecessary restrictions on virtual health and care were swept away by the pandemic, and most people have embraced this new world of virtual care, according to a new report from a Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development working group. “The Future...

More than 1m on-road hydrogen vehicles by 2027

A new study from Juniper Research has found the number of hydrogen vehicles in service globally will exceed 1-million in 2027, from just over 60 000 in 2022 – a substantial growth of over 1 500%. Juniper Research defines hydrogen vehicles as vehicles that use...