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      University of Cape Town

      South African Seaweed

      A Seaweed Species Now Bears the Name of a South African Scientist!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyOctober 12, 2026October 12, 2026 785 0

      A South African professor receives a slightly unusual honour! A newly identified species of seaweed now bears his name, recognising decades of his work in phycology.   Cape Town, South…

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      Meet the 20-Year-Old Helping South Africans Find Cheaper Food!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeOctober 5, 2026October 5, 2026 1,688 0

      South Africans love a good deal almost as much as we love a good meal… and one UCT student has figured out a pretty clever way to bring the two…

      Universities

      Seven of Africa’s Top Eight Universities Are South African!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyOctober 2, 2026October 2, 2026 898 0

      Ayoba! South African institutions make it onto the latest world rankings for the best universities and take top place in Africa.   South Africa (02 October 2026) – The Times…

      Retina South Africa

      Retina South Africa Marks World Retina Week as New Treatments Offer Fresh Hope

      by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuySeptember 22, 2026September 22, 2026 586 0

      Sight loss is not a reason to step out of work, sport or public life. With the right tools and support, Retina SA is sending a message that people with…

      NASA

      SA’s Team Wins Global Space Engineering Competition at NASA!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyAugust 14, 2026August 14, 2026 1,041 0

      Seven learners from SA are holding onto gold after their Rockdonnell team took first place in an international schools engineering competition for a spacecraft designed to transport thousands of people…

      “Stuck” Isn't the Same As “Unmotivated”

      Why “Stuck” Isn’t the Same As “Unmotivated” In the Gen Z Landscape

      by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuyJuly 3, 2026July 2, 2026 1,347 0

      The world has a lot of problems alongside expanding possibilities. In navigating this tricky terrain, a lot of young people may feel stuck or even as though their lives lack…

      Professor Liesl Zühlke has been named the 2026 L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Laureate for Africa and the Arab States, bringing global recognition to South African medical research.

      South African Scientist Wins Prestigious Global Award for Transforming Children’s Heart Care

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 12, 2026 1,399 0

      Professor Liesl Zühlke has been named the 2026 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Laureate for Africa and the Arab States, bringing global recognition to South African medical research.   Paris…

      CrazySocks4Docs

      South African Medical Students Stepped Out in Crazy Socks, Here’s Why

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026 747 0

      South African medical students and professionals stepped out in their brightest, most vibrant socks for #CrazySocks4Docs: a powerful, heartwarming reminder that the heroes who heal and save lives shouldn’t have…

      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 3,334 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….

      NASA Award South Africa

      SA Scientists and Conservation Teams Recognised in NASA Award!

      by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuyMay 28, 2026May 28, 2026 3,203 0

      Organisations, researchers, and scientists from South Africa have been recognised in a group achievement award – one of NASA’s highest honours!   South Africa (28 May 2026) – A huge…

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