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UNISA hosts African Astronomical Society's 2025 Conference
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The African Astronomical Society's 2025 Conference took place at the University of South Africa, bringing together experts, researchers, and policymakers from across Africa and beyond.
The hybrid event celebrates Africa's growing contributions to astronomy, featuring cutting-edge scientific advancements, impactful outreach, and exciting youth initiatives.
The hybrid event celebrates Africa's growing contributions to astronomy, featuring cutting-edge scientific advancements, impactful outreach, and exciting youth initiatives.
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Scientists from SA and China establish world’s longest quantum-secure communication link
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Scientists from South Africa and China have established the world’s longest quantum-secure communication link, spanning nearly 13,000 kilometers. Using China’s Jinan-1 quantum satellite, encrypted data was successfully transmitted from Beijing to Stellenbosch. This groundbreaking achievement demonstrates the potential for ultra-secure global communication networks, leveraging quantum technology to prevent data breaches. Stellenbosch University's Dr Yaseera Ishmael says the collaboration marks a major milestone in international quantum research
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Innovation Start up Exchange Programme connects South African and Chinese students
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The Innovation Start up Exchange Programme is connecting South African and Chinese students through joint learning, skills exchange, and exposure to best practices in entrepreneurship and start-up development.
A group of UJ students travelled across Beijing, Shanghai, and Nanjing, where they participated in academic sessions and engaged with industry leaders.
The programme offers hands-on learning through site visits to leading innovation hubs and industrial operations
A group of UJ students travelled across Beijing, Shanghai, and Nanjing, where they participated in academic sessions and engaged with industry leaders.
The programme offers hands-on learning through site visits to leading innovation hubs and industrial operations
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 18.81 to the US Dollar, 24.98 to the British Pound, and 21.43 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,327.62 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.00 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 85,291.00.
The Rand is trading at 18.81 to the US Dollar, 24.98 to the British Pound, and 21.43 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,327.62 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.00 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 85,291.00.