The school science curriculum needs input from real, working scientists: Science teaching needs to engage all pupils, whether they're future scientists or not. ShutterstockSchool science education is important for those who want to pursue a career in the sciences – and for those who don’t. Sadly, the first category seems to have been the main target for those designing … [Read more...] about The school science curriculum needs input from real, working scientists | The Conversation
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South Africa needs to get out of its petrochemicals cul-de-sac | The Conversation
South Africa needs to get out of its petrochemicals cul-de-sac: South African consumers are paying far too much for petrochemicals products REUTERS/Siphiwe SibekoOver the past few years South Africa has suffered because of the poor state of its electricity industry. The country has experienced rolling blackouts, huge cost overruns and long delays in the delivery of new power … [Read more...] about South Africa needs to get out of its petrochemicals cul-de-sac | The Conversation
South Africa needs tougher exchange controls before junk status hits | The Conversation
South Africa needs tougher exchange controls before junk status hits: South Africa's currency, the rand, has been highly volatile recently. ShutterstockDuring this interminable period of economic stagnation, with no prospects of an upturn in sight thanks in part to Donald Trump’s victory, South Africa desperately needs the “radical economic transformation” repeatedly … [Read more...] about South Africa needs tougher exchange controls before junk status hits | The Conversation
Nigeria needs to part of the global green economy
Nigeria needs to part of the global green economy: Statement attributable to Paul Thomas Arkwright, British High Commissioner to Nigeria: I would like to thank the Nigeria Environmental Society (NES) for hosting this event and for inviting me to give a short goodwill address today. My name is Paul Arkwright, and I am the British High Commissioner to Nigeria. I am going … [Read more...] about Nigeria needs to part of the global green economy
Business needs to marry passion with opportunity to uplift people
Business needs to marry passion with opportunity to uplift people: Brad Fisher, founder and CEO of ADreach, says his passion for the country of his birth has led him on a business journey that he never expected. His story is intricately linked to the story of South Africa’s young democracy, during which he has created a blue print for the manner in which business can, and … [Read more...] about Business needs to marry passion with opportunity to uplift people
