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Order of Mapungubwe
news

2023 National Order Nominees: Order of Mapungubwe

HIV
Science

The maths that helped South Africa tackle HIV

scientists units of measurement
News

How many zeros is that? Scientists introduce new measures for size

Order of Mapungubwe
News

2023 National Order Nominees: Order of Mapungubwe

HIV
Science

The maths that helped South Africa tackle HIV

scientists units of measurement
News

How many zeros is that? Scientists introduce new measures for size

Aerial-aquatic glider
Science

Watch: Aerial-aquatic glider powered by chemical reactions [video]

By Junie Sihlangu15-09-2019 17:14

The device is able to jump from the sea into the air like a flying fish using a water-reactive fuel.

Digitalisation growth
Technology

Africa urged to lean on digitalisation to accelerate growth

By (ANA) African News Agency27-08-2019 09:54

The shift in Africa towards urbanisation means digitalisation should be made an urgent priority to aid growth on the continent, according to Siemens.

neom
Technology

Neom: Saudi Arabia’s futuristic city will cost $500 billion

By Cheryl Kahla17-08-2019 20:55

The crown prince of Saudi Arabia announced in 2017 his plans to build a new, futuristic city, based upon principles of renewable energy, technology, community, diversity, and modern architecture.

Back to the future: Here’s why
Technology

Back to the future: Here’s why self-driving cars won’t need robots

By Piet van Niekerk16-08-2019 12:36

Revisiting the need for robots.

This is what Earth looks like
Space

This is what Earth looks like from the International Space Station [photos]

By Cheryl Kahla02-08-2019 19:20

Every day, scientists living and working aboard the International Space Station take in remarkable views of our home planet. Here’s a look at Earth, as seen from 402 km above

mediatech
Technology

Mediatech 2019 – Here’s what you need to know about SA’s biggest tech tradeshow

By Cheryl Kahla17-07-2019 14:14

The MediaTech Africa Tradeshow showcases hard-to-beat specials, never-before-seen technology, live demos, instructive presentations, new product reveals and the opportunity to test drive new tech.

Blade Nzimande
News

Blade Nzimande announces huge boost to technological innovators

By Nick Krige09-07-2019 20:37

Blade Nzimande has revealed a new fund to assist adopters of new technologies in South Africa worth at least R1 billion per year.

fourth industrial revolution
News

South African companies slow to embrace fourth industrial revolution

By Nick Krige04-07-2019 19:40

Research showed that companies have not taken up the use of fourth industrial revolution technologies as quickly as was previously predicted.

Somnox Sleep robot
Technology

Groundbreaking tech: A robot that improves sleep

By Cheryl Kahla04-07-2019 14:59

We are experiencing a global sleep crisis. Insomnia and sleep disorder rates are rising quickly, partially due to the high stress levels and prevalence of blue-light technology in our modern day to day lives.

caster semenya ASA
Lifestyle

Forbes Africa 30 under 30: These South Africans made it on the coveted list

By Andile Sicetsha28-06-2019 13:46

Forbes Africa recognised these South Africans as the future in their respective professions.

Moving to Mastery: Women in Te
Technology

Moving to Mastery: Women in Tech and Digital Conference Johannesburg event announced

By Cheryl Kahla25-06-2019 20:03

Following a hugely successful inaugural Women in Tech & Digital Conference in Cape Town, Useful & Beautiful and Women in Tech ZA have announced that the Johannesburg edition will be held on 10 July.

MacBook Pro
News

MacBook Pro battery fire risk causes a mass-recall

By AFP21-06-2019 15:46

Technology giant Apple have had to recall several of their older MacBook Pros over fears their batteries might start fires.

Wifi detector
News

Wifi detectors: Criminals might have a new way of locating your valuables

By Nick Krige14-06-2019 12:55

Cars containing electronics are being specifically targeted, leading to suspicions a wifi detector is being used by thieves in South Africa.

Spot robot boston dynamics
Technology

Meet Spot: Boston Dynamics to launch its first commercial robot [video]

By Cheryl Kahla13-06-2019 20:01

Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot will go on sale later this year. Their lifelike robots are both delighful and terrifying.

Quantum computer programme
News

IBM quantum computer programme launched at African universities

By Nick Krige12-06-2019 12:44

The potential of the quantum computer programme far exceeds traditional computing power and will be used in a wide variety of research fields.

Amazon's brand is worth more than Google
News

Amazon is now a bigger brand than Google – report

By AFP11-06-2019 15:24

The brand value of Amazon is now great than both Google and Apple, according to a recent report published by market research agency Kantor.

Bodycams
Technology

SA police officers set for bodycams: These are the main pros and cons

By Tom Head11-06-2019 13:24

Police officers in South Africa are a step closer to having bodycams installed as part of their fight against crime – but how exactly will it help law enforcement?

how to download the sims 4 for free
Lifestyle

The Sims 4 is now free on Origin – here’s how to download it

By Alexis Haden22-05-2019 18:38

The Sims 4 is now free to download on the Origin store, for a limited time only. Here’s what you need to know.

liquid metal
Lifestyle

Liquid metal: Researchers move closer to making your Terminator nightmares come true

By James Richardson28-03-2019 17:39

A controllable room temperature Liquid metal could spark a revolution in the world of soft robotics.

jackie king Stockholm International Water Institute.
News

#WorldWaterDay: SA scientist Dr Jackie King wins Stockholm Water Prize

By Cheryl Kahla21-03-2019 20:00

Dr Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ King is the first African scientist to ever win the ‘Nobel Prize for Water’, also known as the Stockholm Water Prize.

ear transplant
Lifestyle

Pion-earing: SA surgeons succeed with “world-first” ear transplant

By Tom Head14-03-2019 10:56

The procedure, performed by a team at the University of Pretoria, facilitates an ear transplant with the use of 3D printers and biocompatible titanium.

google play app installed when it is inot
DIY

Google Play Store: How to solve “app installed” on device when it is not

By Anton Smith13-03-2019 11:42

Google, and all its integrated apps, have made our lives a whole lot simpler. But sometimes, the Play Store has a mind of its own and one particularly irksome problem can drive you around the bend.

zacube-2
News

ZACube-2: Africa’s most advanced nanosatellite transmits first images from space

By SAnews27-02-2019 08:01

A proud moment for the team of students that worked on the project.

tech hub
News

Government promises to begin works on building Africa’s biggest tech hub

By SAnews22-02-2019 16:34

The session was led by Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams and Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana.

phoenix-1b
News

“Phoenix-1B is a learning experience” – says UKZN’s developers

By SAnews20-02-2019 16:52

The cause of the launch failure is being investigated so that the fault can be eliminated.

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