One of science’s main roles in society is to probe extraordinary claims, separate fact from fiction, and set the record straight. But it does not always succeed. Indeed, sometimes the exact opposite happens.
The US on Monday added Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, internet search provider Baidu, and carmakers BYD and Nio to a list of companies it believes are aiding Beijing’s military, in a move that could inflame tensions between the countries.
While the public dispute between the World Anti-Doping Agency and the United States Anti-Doping Agency continues, South Africa is confronting its own challenges as fewer tests and growing athlete anxiety test confidence in the system.
Government says the 0.5% growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of this year demonstrates the resilience of the South African economy amid a challenging global and domestic environment.
According to Statistics South Africa’s (Stats SA) GDP report for the first quarter of 2026 (January to March), the growth marks a sixth...
Scotland’s Elliot Rowe says the abrupt way his mum’s career on two wheels ended has taught him to “make the most of it” every time he gets on his bike.
[Leadership] The Society for Citizens Safety (SCS) has urged the Armed Forces of Nigeria to sustain and intensify ongoing operations against terrorists, bandits and kidnappers across the country, saying Nigerians remain firmly behind the military in efforts to restore peace and security.
[Leadership] The Nasarawa State Government has commenced the bid-opening process for the construction of 30 new secondary schools under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project.
[Vanguard] The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has expressed concern over rising insecurity across the country, warning that continued attacks on schools threaten the future of education.
[New Times] On an ordinary November afternoon nearly two years ago, something extraordinary was happening in Kigali, Rwanda. Kigali Convention Center’s auditorium was filled with nearly 700 participants, including Ministers of Education from 25 African countries, alongside senior officials and leaders from across the development community. At the microphone, Rwanda’s First Lady, Jeannette...
With a competitive price, winning design, and better performance than the R1, Rivian could be set to break into the big leagues. Just make sure you get the right model with the right tech.
As payment infrastructure becomes increasingly shared and interoperable, banks will need to find new ways to differentiate themselves through innovation, partnerships and customer experience.