Why science matters so much in the era of fake news and fallacies: If it's fake, it's not news. ShutterstockDemocracy and social progress die without science and fact-based knowledge. Science and facts are the foundational basis for rational and logical disputation and the possibility of reaching some truths. Fake news, on the other hand, is a calculated assault on … [Read more...] about Why science matters so much in the era of fake news and fallacies | The Conversation
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Explainer: why South Africa’s energy generator is in so much trouble | The Conversation
Explainer: why South Africa’s energy generator is in so much trouble: There's no painless way for South Africans to deal with the power utility crisis. ShutterstockEskom is by far the largest of South Africa’s many state owned companies. This near monopoly power utility is in crisis. It’s the single largest threat to South Africa’s economy, according to a former minister of … [Read more...] about Explainer: why South Africa’s energy generator is in so much trouble | The Conversation
Is a Solar System the answer to Loadshedding? How much can you expect to pay?
Is a Solar System the answer to Loadshedding? How much can you expect to pay?: Alan Straton – Straton Solar Photo: Michael Sheehan One of the biggest salepersons around moved into South Africa recently. In Solar PV Systems we call that person; “Sir Eskom Loadshedding!” “Phone and web site enquiries have escalated somewhat since the start of … [Read more...] about Is a Solar System the answer to Loadshedding? How much can you expect to pay?
Here’s how much kids need to move, play and sleep in their early years | The Conversation
Here's how much kids need to move, play and sleep in their early years: It's important for kids to move and play. Monkey Business Images/ShutterstockMost of us would agree that we want to encourage children to be physically active, get enough sleep, and keep their screen time at healthy levels. But did you know that this starts from birth? And, what is enough sleep for … [Read more...] about Here’s how much kids need to move, play and sleep in their early years | The Conversation
SA News: How much money teachers get paid in South Africa vs other countries
How much money teachers get paid in South Africa vs other countries: The Varkey Foundation and the University of Sussex has released its latest Global Teacher Status Index for 2018, which gives insights into the world of teaching in 35 countries across the globe. Source: "South Africa" - BingNews KZN Health MEC performs autopsies as mortuary workers protest: "Families are … [Read more...] about SA News: How much money teachers get paid in South Africa vs other countries
