Pasha 78: South Africa's second COVID-19 vaccine trial explained: shutterstock Trials have begun in South Africa for a second COVID-19 vaccine study. The hope is that at least one of the vaccines being trialled will show promise and play a role in eliminating the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. In this episode of Pasha, Shabir Madhi, professor of vaccinology and Director of the MRC … [Read more...] about Pasha 78: South Africa’s second COVID-19 vaccine trial explained | The Conversation
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What archaeology tells us about the music and sounds made by Africa’s ancestors | The Conversation
What archaeology tells us about the music and sounds made by Africa's ancestors: ShutterstockMusic has been part and parcel of humanity for a long time. Not every sound is musical, but sound has meaning and sometimes the meaning of sound is specific to its context. But when it comes to archaeology there is scant evidence of music or sound … [Read more...] about What archaeology tells us about the music and sounds made by Africa’s ancestors | The Conversation
Offshore refuelling deepens fears for S. Africa’s penguin haven – Port Elizabeth Business News |MyPE
Offshore refuelling deepens fears for S. Africa’s penguin haven – Port Elizabeth Business News: Offshore refuelling deepens fears for S. Africa’s penguin haven: Generators hum loudly in the background as a tour boat bobs past a towering vessel filled with ship fuel, anchored in Algoa Bay … Source: “Port Elizabeth” business – BingNews. Supreme Court to … [Read more...] about Offshore refuelling deepens fears for S. Africa’s penguin haven – Port Elizabeth Business News |MyPE
Africa’s attempts to abandon practice of presidents for life suffer another setback | The Conversation
Africa's attempts to abandon practice of presidents for life suffer another setback: Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara attends a ceremony to mark the 60th anniversary of the country's independence from France on August 7. SIA KAMBOU/AFP via Getty ImagesIvorian president Alassane Ouattara (78) has finally confirmed he’ll seek a third term in office in October. … [Read more...] about Africa’s attempts to abandon practice of presidents for life suffer another setback | The Conversation
Manhood must wait: virus delays South Africa’s circumcision rituals – Port Elizabeth in the News |MyPE
Manhood must wait: virus delays South Africa’s circumcision rituals – Port Elizabeth in the News: Manhood must wait: virus delays South Africa’s circumcision rituals: Every June and December thousands of initiates between 15 and 17 years old spend at least three weeks secluded in the bush, where they are circumcised and taught to be responsible men. Source: “Port … [Read more...] about Manhood must wait: virus delays South Africa’s circumcision rituals – Port Elizabeth in the News |MyPE
