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Expert helps strengthen South Africa’s response to radiological crime scenes
North-West University (NWU) nuclear forensics expert Dr Tebogo Kupi has added his expertise to national efforts to… Read more
Appreciate your kidneys, protect your future
Your kidneys work quietly, filtering waste, balancing fluids and regulating blood pressure every single day. Most… Read more
Accepting ‘cookies’ may leave your privacy in crumbs
You browse online for a new pair of leather shoes. Soon afterwards, advertisements for similar footwear begin following… Read more
Nuclear power can meet Africa’s and AI’s energy demands
Africa’s AI ambitions will demand vast amounts of reliable electricity. Prof. Bismark Tyobeka believes nuclear power… Read more
GDP setback highlights vulnerabilities in economic recovery
The negative gross domestic product (GDP) growth figures of -0,2% for the second quarter of 2026 confirm the bad knock… Read more
Fuel shock reaches far beyond the pumps
Deep pockets will no longer suffice; we now need them to extend all the way down to our knees. The fuel price increases… Read more
Nursing leads as five NWU subject groups secure ShanghaiRanking positions
The North-West University (NWU) continues to perform strongly in international rankings. The latest ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) places five of the subject… Read more
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