The first carcass of a great white, a small female, washed up in South Africa on 9 February 2017. The 2.6-metre-long body had no hook or net marks, ruling out human involvement. Whatever had killed her had vanished. So too had all the other great white sharks in Gansbaai on the Western Cape, Dr Alison Towner noticed.“We had several sharks acoustically tagged, and later realised three had moved as far as Plettenberg Bay and Algoa Bay, more than 500km [300 miles] east,” says the Rhodes University marine biologist.It was not until May that sightings of the sharks returned to their…
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We’re halfway through a decade and the world keeps serving us surprises. So, I understand. New Year resolutions don’t always work. You set goals and then forget or get uninspired and give up half-way. Setting lofty and unrealistic resolutions that are most likely very difficult to attain can be a set-up for failure. And yet, the habit of starting the year with a focus in mind can help you experience greater clarity, deep purpose and personal fulfillment as you journey through 2025. Last year, I created a multi-year vision board and although everything on it didn’t happen, I am still…
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Have you ever dreamed of discovering two of Africa’s most captivating and exciting countries? Uganda and Rwanda are calling your name! Join us on an unforgettable group adventure as we explore the breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and incredible wildlife that these nations have to offer. Get ready for an experience you won’t want to miss! Why Uganda & Rwanda? Have you ever imagined what it feels like to lock eyes with a gorilla? Or experienced the adrenaline of standing just meters away from a white rhino? What about watching chimpanzees in their natural habitat or taking a…
Opposition parties and NGOs are demanding explanations from the Italian government after Rome released the head of Libya’s judicial police, who had been arrested on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant over allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity.Osama Najim – also known as Almasri – is also the director of an infamous detention centre in Mitiga, near Tripoli, which Amnesty International says is the scene of “horrific violations committed with total impunity”.Mr Najim was freed due to a legal technicality, Italian media said, quoting interior ministry sources.On Wednesday evening, the ICC said Mr Najim had been released by…
People visit newly unveiled archeological discoveries, including 4,000-year-old tombs of high-ranking officials and artwork from the time of Queen Hatshepsut, at an ancient necropolis in the famed city of Luxor. The artefacts, unearthed during a three-year-long excavation, were found in the Deir al-Bahari area in the necropolis of Thebes on the west bank of the Nile. The findings date from the time of the 15th dynasty (1650-1550 BC) to the powerful 18th dynasty (1550-1292 BC), which included pharaohs such as Queen Hatshepsut and King Tutankhamun, according to renowned Egyptologist Zahi Hawass.
Steve Barker, head coach of Stellenbosch FC ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix by Staff Reporter Tuesday Jan 21, 2025. 11:00 Stellenbosch head coach Steve Barker highlighted the importance of learning from their heavy 5-0 defeat to RS Berkane in the CAF Confederation Cup on Sunday and believes his players will be better for the experience.The Maroons, who made their debut in the competition this season, had already qualified for the quarter-finals after winning three of their opening five matches in Group B.However, Barker’s side were put to the sword by the Oranges Boys at the Berkane Municipal Stadium, where early goals from Oussama…
Every evening, I would gather with my late grandparents around the fireside, where their stories wove a tapestry of history and memory. This ritual was a clever ploy to keep me awake for dinner—too often, my playful spirit would lead me to doze off before my meal, which my grandparents could not abide. The crackling fire wrapped us in its warm embrace, its flickering light dancing across our faces as we shared tales that felt almost alive. Among the many stories they shared, the tale of the theft of the statue of our goddess Ngonnso by the Germans was a…
In SummaryThis index provides a comprehensive overview of how countries are performing across various stages of the innovation cycle, including investments in science, technological progress, and socioeconomic impacts.Mauritius leads Africa with a GII score of 30.6, ranking 55th globally. Morocco follows at 66th with a score of 28.8. Other notable African nations include Botswana (87th), Cabo Verde (90th), and Kenya (96th). These rankings are influenced by factors such as investments in science, technological adoption, and infrastructure development.As Africa continues to invest in key sectors like renewable energy, technology, and financial services, several countries are poised to enhance their innovation standings…
Decisions. We have all faced the consequences of good and bad decisions. Sometimes, we may even bear the brunt of someone else’s bad decision. Our decisions can leave a blazing trail of relational conflict and chaos. Often, bad decisions bring isolation from family and friends, the church community and from our heavenly Father. Does God walk away from or walk into the midst of our conflict? When stuck in the mess, does God walk away or walk into the midst of our conflict and isolation? What does God do in the face of persistent relational sin. In the book of…
Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo during the Premier League match at the Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford. Picture date: Saturday January 18, 2025. by Staff Reporter Sunday Jan 19, 2025. 11:00 Brentford manager Thomas Frank has expressed that clubs would have to fork out a huge transfer fee to lure Bryan Mbeumo away from the club during the January transfer window.The Cameroonian star raised eyebrows during the last couple of seasons as he continues to shine as one of the best African players in the Premier League today.Now though, on the back of scoring 13 goals in 22 Premier League games, Mbuemo has…