South Africa: UCT Opens Its Labs to Kwalanga Science Learners

South Africa: UCT Opens Its Labs to Kwalanga Science Learners

The University of Cape Town's (UCT) Department of Molecular and Cell Biology recently hosted Grade 12 science learners from Langa High School, Kulani Secondary, Ikamvalethu Secondary and Isilimela Secondary in KwaLanga for an immersive job-shadowing programme. The learners explored microbiology, DNA extraction, anatomy and biosafety laboratories, observed tuberculosis (TB) research in action and engaged with scientists and researchers from a ran…

William Baloyi | South Africa: Continental leader in science, innovation and technology

South Africa is a nation of innovation, where scientific curiosity, research and technological advancement continue to shape solutions for some of society’s greatest challenges. Our scientists, researchers and innovators are contributing to global progress by using science and technology to improve the lives of people in our country.   The Lodox scanner is one such invention, first developed in the mining industry to detect smuggled diamonds usi…