UNISA’s first female Vice Chancellor in 148 years
The University of South Africa (UNISA) will for the first time in its 148 years be led by a female…
Category: Social
Potato prices skyrocket over the last four months
The prices of potatoes – a staple food for many South African homes has skyrocketed over the last four months.…
On The Couch – State Of Education (Part 2)
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought a slew of unique challanges and disruptions to the school year. Learners have had to…
Calls for blind football to be one of UCT’s official sporting codes
In a bid to strengthen inclusion in society and sports, the ParaSportsClub at UCT has their eye set on having…
IN PICTURES: Capetonians stand up against France
Hanover Park residents have denounced the attacks on Islam in France. Under the banner of Moms Who Care a picket…
Let’s go green : the state of drought and water & sanitation in South Africa
Environmental hygiene plays an essential role in the prevention of many diseases. It also impacts on the natural environment and…
Gender Islam: How Does It Respond To Abuse?
It has been over more than a year since the brutal and heartbreaking murders of Uyinene Mrwetyana and Jesse Hess,…
Will the matrics of 2020 be ready for November exams?
Part 1 – The Covid-19 pandemic has brought a myriad of disruptions to the 2020 school year. Interruptions to teaching,…
Will the Economic Recovery Plan Vaccinate SA Against the Poverty Pandemic?
South Africa’s ability to pay for a covid-19 vaccine has come into question, as President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Economic Recovery Plan…
Remembering Trojan Horse Massacre, 35 years later
Today marks 35 years since the Trojan Horse Massacre that rocked Athlone in 1985. Activist, and artist, Kenny Alexander says…
Stuck in the car on a hot day
Written: Glynn Alard We’ve all had that horrible experience of being stuck in a car on a sunny summer’s day…
Massive WW II bomb detonated safely underwater
An enormous World War II relic, known as a ‘Tallboy’, was detonated safely underwater by navy demolition specialists in Poland.…
20 shacks ignited in five minutes in experiment
University fire engineering research shows that fire-resistant paint does not work In an experiment to see how quickly fires spread…
Konkani (Kokhni) traditions of Cape Town Unpacked
In 1860, a ship carrying indentured Indians arrived in South Africa, which was to become one of the biggest countries…
Kramat of Sheikh Hassen Ghaibie in line for heritage status
The burial place of Sheikh Mohamed Hassen Ghaibie Shah al-Qadri has been nominated for Heritage Status. The declaration would provide…
Radio 786 bags another award – PMR Diamond Arrow
Radio 786 has won the coveted PMR Diamond Arrow award. It is testament to the value of the broadcaster’s brand,…
District Six Working Committee Welcomes Land Claims Court Ruling
The land claims court has yet again ruled in favour of the District 6 Working Committee. After numerous attempts for…
Is There Enough Support For Black Farmers In SA?
Is there enough support for black farmers in South Africa, or even those just starting out their own farms? Just…
Shaping The Difference – Youth
Radio 786 celebrates and recognizes the role of youth in ensuring the longevity of the institution. It is a partnership…
Egypt reveal ‘mummified’ coffins dating back 2,500 years ago
Egypt has unveiled dozens of coffins, believed to be traced back to the 26th dynasty nearly 2,500 years ago. Archeologists…