In the jittery 1980s, overshadowed by nuclear war apprehensions, an American named Dennis Hope leaped into the spotlight, claiming he had outsmarted the 1967 Outer Space Treaty and owned the Moon. He soon turned a profit by vending ‘Moon land’. But, as Africa Nova peels back the layers of this tale, Hope emerges not...
It’s intriguing, the lengths Disneyland has gone to ensure the “Happiest Place on Earth” retains its exclusive corners. Let’s dive into the heart of Disneyland’s mysterious allure: Club 33. When we speak of Disneyland, magic and child-like wonder come to mind. However, lurking in the shadows of New Orleans Square is a well-kept secret...
The complex relationship between South Africa’s troubled past and questions of land ownership and distribution is a hot topic in the country’s political and social debates today. Recent conversations around land reform are rife with misunderstandings, so it’s important to set the record straight. Land Reform in South Africa: A Stitch in Time The...
Very few people in South Africa at the time of its dawning democracy probably imagined that the country would still be struggling with the problem of “two agricultures” some three decades later. In South Africa, black farmers make up fewer than 10% of the agricultural workforce, according to recent studies. The inclusion of black...
The idea that children grasp languages quicker than adults has long been accepted. However, recent research contradicts this notion, suggesting adults learn languages more efficiently than children. Let’s delve into this intriguing topic and uncover the truth behind language acquisition. Child Language Learning Contrary to popular belief, children’s language acquisition isn’t as swift as...
Zimbabwe will have its elections in 2023, and young artists there are using platforms like YouTube to discuss politics and make parodies and critiques of the country’s autocratic regime through comedy. Taffy Theman (Tafadzwa Ngubozabo) is a well-known social commentator who uses satire, music, and a fake news studio on his popular YouTube channel....
South Africa’s president Cyril Ramaphosa called men’s violence against women a “second pandemic” in June 2020, three months after the country entered the first of a series of severe lockdowns to slow the spread of COVID. More than 120,000 victims of gender-based violence (GBV) were reported to the Gender-Based Violence Command Centre in the...
Cats, with their inherent curiosity, are explorers at heart. This trait leads them to uncover various nooks and crannies around your home, potentially exposing them to different parasites. While both cats and dogs may face the risk of parasitic infections, it’s crucial to understand that their treatments are not interchangeable. Despite the shared environment...
Spaza shops have been staples in the centre of South African townships for decades. They are the best option for buying necessities like airtime and bread in the area. However, as the digital revolution sweeps Mzansi, even these little shops are changing. Pop Stores to Wireless Networking Hubs In the past, face-to-face communication has...