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      Scholars

      SA’s Academy of Science Recognises the Nation’s Leading Scholars

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyNovember 11, 2026November 11, 2026 110 0

      Election to the Academy is one of the highest honours a South African scholar can receive in the country!   South Africa (11 November 2026) – The Academy of Science…

      9 Distinctions, 6 Elite University Offers and 1 Big Decision: Harvard

      9 Distinctions, 6 Elite University Offers and 1 Big Decision: Harvard

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 20, 2026 5,735 0

      A standout academic record, environmental activism, leadership roles and a passion for public health have helped South African student Ita Collins secure a place at Harvard University.   South Africa…

      Wits University Crowned Africa’s Top University in Global Rankings

      Wits Crowned Africa’s Top University in Global Rankings

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 2, 2026June 2, 2026 3,588 0

      Wits University has been ranked the number one university in Africa in the 2026 Centre for World University Rankings, placing the Johannesburg institution among the top 1% of universities worldwide….

      Architecture

      SA University Wins a Global Architecture Award for Pedagogy!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 19, 2026May 19, 2026 5,978 0

      The University of Pretoria’s architecture department has won an international award for prioritising climate responsibility and social justice in how it trains SA’s future architects.   Pretoria, South Africa (19…

      Concrete 3D Printer

      SA University Builds Its Own Concrete 3D Printer And Saves R6 Million Doing It!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 19, 2026May 19, 2026 5,507 0

      Importing the technology was expensive and complicated, so the University of the Free State built their own.   Free State, South Africa (19 May 2026) – The Green Concrete Lab…

      Siyabonga Khumalo

      Standing Ovation for Disabled ‘Genius’ Who Graduated With Highest Honour

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 12, 2026May 31, 2026 62,763 0

      The entire room stood up for him as he donned the cap and gown.   KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (12 May 2026) – We got goosebumps watching Siyabonga Khumalo receive a…

      Mooting

      SA Law Students Take On Most Prestigious Mooting Competition!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026 4,158 0

      Four SA law students became national champions of mooting, then went on to compete against 164 universities from around the world in the US!   Western Cape, South Africa (08…

      Mikhail Edwards | He Finished a Master’s in 10 Months… and He’s Only 24!!!

      He Finished a Master’s in 10 Months… and He’s Only 24

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque February 4, 2026February 5, 2026 799 0

      At an age where many are still finding their footing, Mikhail Edwards has already completed a Master’s degree, presented research internationally and stepped into a leadership role within the tech…

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