Students in South Africa feel unheard. Here's one way to listen: Critical dialogue could help South African universities get back on their feet. Ian Barbour/Flickr, CC BY-SAThe new round of protests at South Africa’s public universities was triggered by the announcement that universities will be allowed to raise their fees in 2017. Amid discussions about high fees and free … [Read more...] about Students in South Africa feel unheard. Here’s one way to listen | The Conversation
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Saving Lives: Here’s Your Chance to Learn First Aid
Saving Lives: Here’s Your Chance to Learn First Aid: SGK Consulting is an accredited institution providing reliable and useful first aid tips to people who enrol themselves in there. They provide both private and public training, including workplace first aid training. They deliver customised training geared at various social and professional groups; such as teachers, farmers, … [Read more...] about Saving Lives: Here’s Your Chance to Learn First Aid
Somaliland wants to secede – here’s why caution is necessary | The Conversation
Somaliland wants to secede – here's why caution is necessary: Since 1991 Somaliland has declared itself independent from Somalia. ReutersSomaliland President Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo recently claimed that more than one million citizens, out of the country’s population of 3.4 million, had signed a petition calling for the international community to recognise Somaliland. Since … [Read more...] about Somaliland wants to secede – here’s why caution is necessary | The Conversation
It’s hard to get rid of the governor of a central bank. Here’s why | The Conversation
It's hard to get rid of the governor of a central bank. Here's why: South Africa's finance minister Pravin Gordhan chats with Lesetja Kganyago, governor of the country's Reserve Bank. Reuters/Siphiwe SibekoWith the continued harassment of South Africa’s Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, it has become patently clear that no institution will be spared in the wave of state … [Read more...] about It’s hard to get rid of the governor of a central bank. Here’s why | The Conversation
Want to do your PhD in Africa? Here’s what you need to know | The Conversation
Want to do your PhD in Africa? Here's what you need to know: Embarking on the path to a PhD is a scary business. ShutterstockA Doctor of Philosophy, which most people know as a PhD, is the highest academic accolade. It demands a substantial investment of time, equipment, meticulous supervision and conscientiousness. More and more students are registering for doctoral studies … [Read more...] about Want to do your PhD in Africa? Here’s what you need to know | The Conversation
