Pasha 47: How to increase the role women play in developing the continent: shutterstock Women all over the world face a number of challenges and this is also true in many countries on the African continent. The perceptions of society can result in their potential being “locked up”. Education is crucial to overcome the mind-sets that prevent women from taking more of a lead in … [Read more...] about Pasha 47: How to increase the role women play in developing the continent | The Conversation
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Sex education raises questions about the role of the state in South Africa | The Conversation
Sex education raises questions about the role of the state in South Africa: South Africa's new sex education curriculum is seen by some as infringing on the rights of parents. EFE-EPA/Jon HrusaPassions are running high in South Africa about a proposed new curriculum for education about sexuality in schools. Aimed at children in grades 4 to 12, it’s intended for roll out in … [Read more...] about Sex education raises questions about the role of the state in South Africa | The Conversation
The role played by soundbites in Ghana’s elections | The Conversation
The role played by soundbites in Ghana's elections: Slogans and soundbites are a key feature of Ghanaian political campaigns Wikimedia CommonsThe use of soundbites – short, catchy, emotionally laden and sometimes witty summaries of politicians’ messages – has increasingly become a part of political election campaigns. A growing body of research has looked at the implications, … [Read more...] about The role played by soundbites in Ghana’s elections | The Conversation
SA News: Smith turns down Cricket South Africa director role
Smith turns down Cricket South Africa director role: Former South African captain Graeme Smith has withdrawn his interest in becoming Cricket South Africa's (CSA) director of cricket. In a statement issued on his Twitter feed on Thursday, Smith said he ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews New report highlights the plight of sanitation workers in the developing world: In … [Read more...] about SA News: Smith turns down Cricket South Africa director role
Rugby World Cup: will body mass play a role in taking the victors over the line? | The Conversation
Rugby World Cup: will body mass play a role in taking the victors over the line?: EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHER JUERugby is a physically intense contact sport which requires player to gain field territory to score points. Players can use physical contact, in the form of tackles, to impede the progression of the ball carrier from the opposing team. Due to the … [Read more...] about Rugby World Cup: will body mass play a role in taking the victors over the line? | The Conversation