A fossil cranium from Kenya tells the story of an extinct elephant species
We did more than just identify the elephant species and locate it in geographical time…
Diabetes can be controlled. But there’s no medicine for some people who need it.
Diabetes can be controlled using medicines, diet and lifestyle modification.
Top scientist: why South Africa shouldn’t be giving 12-17 year olds COVID shots – now
People queuing to get vaccinated. Instead of vaccinating 12-17 year olds, government should focus on giving boosters to people who need it.
Forensic science is unlocking the mysteries of fatal lightning strikes
This work can help forensic teams understand whether people or animals were the victims of fatal lightning strikes, based solely on an analysis of their skeletons.
South Africa’s power grid is under pressure
South Africans are facing another round of power cuts despite promises from South Africa’s power utility, Eskom, that it would keep the lights on.
SA’s power utility Eskom: how does it stack up in the pollution stakes?
If South Africa wants to improve air quality and meet climate change goals, it needs to move away from coal.