South African police duck bricks during a protest by students over tuition fees at the Union Buildings, the seat of government, in Pretoria. Reuters/Sydney Seshibedi The South African Police Service (SAPS) is increasingly using social media to bolster its public image. With around a dozen image-laden tweets and posts each day, the SAPS has used its Twitter and Facebook … [Read more...] about South African police need more than social media savvy to polish their image | The Conversation
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Why hotter weather is likely to affect people in developing countries more | The Conversation
People living with chronic illnesses are more vulnerable to heat effects. ShutterstockAs the temperatures soar and weather patterns continue to be affected by global warming and climate dynamics, more people – particularly in developing countries – are likely to die from natural deaths such as respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease and stroke deaths. This is the … [Read more...] about Why hotter weather is likely to affect people in developing countries more | The Conversation
Why the rich should do more to save the world | The Conversation
Bill Gates pioneered the Breakthrough Energy Coalition, an initiative by 28 billionaires to push for more funding for clean energy. EPA/Ian LangsdonOne of the remarkable outcomes of the climate change negotiations in Paris is an initiative launched by 28 billionaires on the sidelines of COP21 to push for an increase in funding for clean energy technologies. The Breakthrough … [Read more...] about Why the rich should do more to save the world | The Conversation
Why universities should start taking social media far more seriously | The Conversation
Social media can benefit or harm universities – and it must be carefully managed. ShutterstockSocial media is a risky space. Many people have learned this the hard way – 2016 began with several South Africans losing their jobs after making racist comments on Facebook and Twitter. Social media has also been used to expose people who hold racist views. These incidents are a … [Read more...] about Why universities should start taking social media far more seriously | The Conversation
New: Rand Slump May Force More Aggressive SARB Action as Risks Climb
Rand Slump May Force More Aggressive SARB Action as Risks Climb The rand's decline to a record low against the dollar drove South African inflation expectations to the highest in at least 3 1/2 years and fueled speculation the central bank will act more aggressively at its policy meeting this month. The five-year ... Read more on Bloomberg Weak rand takes toll on … [Read more...] about New: Rand Slump May Force More Aggressive SARB Action as Risks Climb
