Paper by South African academics raises spectre of racism in the academy: Stellenbosch. Shutterstock.At the end of March this year, an article claiming that “coloured” women in South Africa have low cognitive functioning was published in the academic journal, “Aging, Neuropsychology, and Cognition”. The article used a sample group of 60 women between the ages of 18 and 64. … [Read more...] about Paper by South African academics raises spectre of racism in the academy | The Conversation
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Number of discouraged work seekers raises
Number of discouraged work seekers raises: Number of discouraged work seekers raises: Stats SA released the quarterly labour force survey for the second quarter which shows that the official unemployment rate has increased by 0.5% compared to the first quarter of this year. Controversial Draft Debt Relief Bill clause in spotlight in Parly: The clause proposes broad powers for … [Read more...] about Number of discouraged work seekers raises
Harwell’s shoe collection raises three times expected target
Harwell’s shoe collection raises three times expected target: Harwell’s shoe collection raises three times expected target: AN APPEAL to collect shoes for people in South Africa has been 'overwhelmed' with donations after receiving triple the number of pairs expected. Richard Bodkin, a scientist based on the Harwell Campus, put a call out for colleagues to donate … [Read more...] about Harwell’s shoe collection raises three times expected target
Plastics|Sa Raises Awareness About Keeping Plastics Pollution Out Of The Environment
Plastics|Sa Raises Awareness About Keeping Plastics Pollution Out Of The Environment: Plastics|SA used its participation in Sustainability Week (5-7 June 2018), World Environment Day (5 June 2018) and World Oceans Day (9 June) to raise awareness about the importance of keeping plastics pollution out of the environment. Plastics|SA is the umbrella organisation representing the … [Read more...] about Plastics|Sa Raises Awareness About Keeping Plastics Pollution Out Of The Environment
Everest Base Camp climb raises R1.8 million for SA children affected by fires.
Everest Base Camp climb raises R1.8 million for SA children affected by fires.: Avela Foundation braves Everest Base Camp Photo: The Avela Foundation / BackaBuddy The fifteen members of the team representing the Avela Foundation are finally back in South Africa after a challenging yet extremely rewarding trek to Everest Base Camp (EBC). The 9 day day trekking route began at an … [Read more...] about Everest Base Camp climb raises R1.8 million for SA children affected by fires.
