South Africa’s small sugar farms are producing less than they could: study finds ways to boost them
Isolated interventions are unlikely to help small sugarcane growers. Improving productivity requires integrated support systems.
What happens to elephants that stray from Kruger Park? South African policy needs a rewrite
Alcohol’s hidden calories: product labels could help fight obesity in South Africa
Will El Niño drought hit food prices in South Africa? Earlier rains and grain stocks offer hope
Fault Lines: The Economic and Political Roots of Southern Africa's Anti-Migrant Violence
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South Africa’s small sugar farms are producing less than they could: study finds ways to boost them
Isolated interventions are unlikely to help small sugarcane growers. Improving productivity requires integrated support systems.…
South Africa is changing its retirement rules to help boost country savings: how it will work
Adrian Saville , University of Pretoria A study of 160 countries, spanning 60 years of economic history, establishes that there is no country that has…
Wildfires in South Africa are set to increase: how legal action can help the country adapt better to climate change
Tracy-Lynn Field , University of the Witwatersrand As climate change drives temperature increases and lower precipitation in southern Africa, research has found that there is likely to be an increase in the number of wil…
The Drakensberg Mountains Showcase the Natural Wonders of South Africa
Wonders await you in the Drakensberg Mountains, a breathtaking range that stands as one of South Africa's top natural destinations. Stretching over 1,…
What happens to elephants that stray from Kruger Park? South African policy needs a rewrite
When elephants leave Kruger National Park, they are sometimes killed and their meat is shared with nearby communities. This policy may have unintended…
Alcohol’s hidden calories: product labels could help fight obesity in South Africa
The typical alcoholic beverage disclosed only a single piece of nutritional information: its alcohol content. South Africa is grappling with an obesity crisis. Nearly half of adults are overweight or obese. Public discus…
Competition in South Africa’s electricity market: new law paves the way, but it won’t be a smooth ride
Rod Crompton , University of the Witwatersrand - South Africa endured an electricity crisis from 2008 characterised by intermittent rolling blackouts …
Wealthy nations owe climate debt to Africa – funds that could help cities grow
Astrid R.N. Haas , University of Cape Town - Wealthy nations fuelled their industrial growth and urbanisation by burning fossil fuels. This was the bi…
South Africa has a good childhood vaccination system – what’s stopping it from being great
Susan Goldstein , University of the Witwatersrand and Haroon Saloojee , University of the Witwatersrand - The two public health interventions that have had the greatest impact on the world’s health are clean water and va…
Johannesburg’s Markets Reflect the Soul of South African Daily Life
Most visitors to Johannesburg quickly discover that the city's vibrant markets are more than just places to shop; they are lively hubs that embody the…
Beach Towns and Coastal Escapes Make South Africa a Top Travel Choice
Many travelers find themselves drawn to the stunning coastlines that define South Africa, where vibrant beach towns and tranquil coastal escapes await…
