Recently, South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi lost a court fight that, in all honesty, nobody could have expected him to win. Likewise, he probably thought he’d end up losing it. Both ethical and practical considerations led to his dismissal. He can’t revoke the benefit that the South […]
Thinking of Welcoming a Cocker Spaniel into Your Home?
If you’re considering adding a furry friend to your family, the Cocker Spaniel might just be the perfect fit. These intelligent and obedient sporting dogs boast a remarkable ability to quickly grasp new commands and tasks, making them a popular choice for various roles beyond just being a beloved companion. […]
Allergic to Cats? Why Some Might Affect You More
Have you ever wondered why you might sneeze around one cat but feel perfectly fine around another? The reason lies in the proteins found in cat dander, urine, and saliva, which are notorious for sparking allergic reactions in many. These allergenic proteins find their way into the air, latching onto […]
Maintaining Food Safety During Load Shedding
The problem of load shedding, which South Africa has been trying to solve for almost 15 years, is getting worse, and it affects every area of life, including the essential one of keeping food safe. This article aims to explore how one might promote food safety despite the varying temperatures […]
Vaping Unlikely to Aid in Quitting Smoking
In recent times, Mark Butler, the revered Australian Minister for Health, took the initiative to propose a transformative policy concerning e-cigarettes, with the primary goal to curb the accessibility of vapes to minors and nonsmokers while availing them to individuals intent on quitting smoking. Yet, as we sift through the […]
An Unbelievable Odyssey of the Moon Magnate
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 […]
Club 33 Is Disneyland’s VIP Club
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 […]
Land Reform in South Africa: 5 Myths About Farming Debunked
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 […]
Bridging the Gap: Equal Opportunities for South African Farmers
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. […]