1. Wall of fame: Navi Pillay honoured with portrait at ACCORD dinner in DurbanSouth African judge Navi Pillay was honoured at an ACCORD dinner in Durban, where her portrait was unveiled alongside those of other African Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Read the full article04:02
2. Notification: Concluding Article of Special Collection Published!Our special collection 'Belhar40' ends with 'Gendered images of God in the Belhar Confession (1986)' by Christina Landman. Read it now: Vol 82, No 2 (2026) . To create a new collection, contact special-issues@aosis.co.za03:31
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5. Microbial Genomics: Essential Applications in Health, Agriculture and Environmental ResearchMicroorganisms are found throughout the world, from the human body and agricultural environments to soil, freshwater and marine ecosystems. Understanding these microorganisms and the genetic information they carry can provide researchers…13.11
6. Preparing Samples for Sequencing: Why Quality Control MattersThe quality of sequencing data begins long before a sample reaches the sequencing instrument. Whether a research project involves whole-genome sequencing , RNA sequencing, amplicon sequencing or metagenomics, the quality and suitability of…13.11
7. The Captain’s Log: Feb – March 2026 Edition – Local Fishing News Out Of Cape TownWell Good day all From screaming reels, it’s been an EPIC few months. The Tuna just seem to hang around with plenty of that younger 30kg fish and a few 65-70kg fish in-between. As usual we have been very busy on both the FISHING and…13.11
8. The Captain’s Log: April 2026 Edition – Local Fishing News Out Of Cape TownGood day ALL It’s been an EPIC SEASON so far and something we have not seen for many years with Yellowfin Tuna being available since OCTOBER last year. Traditionally they disappear from mid-December till end March but this year it’s been…13.11
9. The Captain’s Log: May 2026 Edition – Cape Town Tuna Fishing ReportGood day all From SUMMER to WINTER and nothing in between, that’s what’s happened in the CAPE of STORMS and these cold fronts have come with vengeance!!!!!!! However, the TUNA are still here for how long, is anyone’s guess but with good…13.11
10. Weather: Severe storms threaten flooding and power cuts in parts of SAHere is what the weather has in store for KZN, the Free State, and the North West on Saturday 14 November 2026. Orange Level 5 severe thunderstorm warning: Flooding of roads, settlements and low-lying areas, as well as power and…13.11
11. Invitation to ASSAf/UJ Open Access WeekWe create and share knowledge in order to advance human understanding and the common good. We recognise that accessing and sharing knowledge is a human right. Yet, the costs to access and share knowledge continue to increase, often…13.11
12. Turning Waste into Wealth: Circular Economy Could Unlock Billions for South AfricaDURBAN, 22 SEPTEMBER 2026 – South Africa could unlock billions of rand in economic value while creating jobs and reducing landfill waste by investing in the circular economy, industry leaders said at the annual EPR Waste Association of…13.11
13. Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa announces 2026 cohort of low-carbon innovatorsAs South Africa accelerates efforts to strengthen energy security, drive industrial decarbonisation and build a more inclusive and resilient economy, climate-focused businesses are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the…13.11
14. Leveraging ecosystems to integrate Tshivenda indigenous knowledge systems for small and medium enterprise sustainabilityOrientation: Indigenous communities possess deep knowledge of local environments, which allows them to contribute valuable insights to resource management, conservation and ethical business practices. This study integrates knowledge…13.11
15. World Migratory Bird Day 2026: Every Bird CountsOn 9 May 2026, the world once again celebrates World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD), a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about migratory birds and the importance of international cooperation in conserving them. A second global…13.11
16. Celebrating South African Antarctic Science during National Science MonthEvery August, South Africa celebrates the power of science to improve lives, inspire curiosity, and shape a better future. As part of National Science Month , the South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) invites you on a journey…13.11
17. VC’s Research Awards honour the academics behind Fort Hare’s research excellenceBehind the University of Fort Hare’s (UFH) growing research profile are academics whose ideas, discoveries and scholarship are expanding knowledge, challenging existing thinking and responding to some of society’s most pressing needs. The…13.11
18. Two cheetahs from Madikwe settle into life in PilanesbergFor two male cheetahs from Madikwe Game Reserve, the move to Pilanesberg National Park began with a few weeks in a holding boma. Now the gates are open, and the pair have been exploring their new home in the North West. Roberta Doyle /…13.11
19. Delhi is nou die wêreld se mees besoedelde stadDelhi het by Lahore verbygesteek om die wêreld se mees besoedelde groot stad te word, nadat gevaarlike vlakke van lugbesoedeling Indië se hoofstad in dik rookmis gehul het. Die Switserse luggehaltemonitor, IQAir, het 'n luggehalte-indeks…13.11
20. Poetry – Mother Earth , why are you crying?Mother Earth , why are you crying? Your summers are green Your autumns are gold Your winters pure white And your springs are pink But mother earth why are you crying? I can hear the birds sing The wildebeest migrating in the Serengeti The…13.11
21. How El Niño Affects Us and What You Can Do to CopeHow El Niño Affects Us and What You Can Do to Cope . This week we have noticed temperatures rise at an alarming rate, reaching highs well over 30 °C This is because we are experiencing an El Niño. While the term may sound unfamiliar to…13.11