Ignoring the science behind things that we take for granted, leaves us at a disadvantage. Not only do we lose our voice in engaging conversations, but we also risk being unaware of potential dangers in our environment. Science events help us see beyond our immediate perception, answering questions about the invisible forces shaping our reality. A lack of prior understanding shouldn’t limit our ability to appreciate how physics operates. 

 

Ever wondered why we have so many lost arts? One minute, everything is natural human behaviour, and the next, everything is reduced to cringe culture. 

 

In August, the Faculty of Business and Economic Science at Nelson Mandela University presented an inaugural lecture, hosted by Professor Felix Amoah, at the North Campus Conference Centre. The auspicious event – titled ‘Navigating evolving consumer expectations in a disruptive marketing ecosystem’ - highlighted the Head of Department’s research and academic contributions since his joining the university. Moreover, it served as an opportunity through which to address the ever-evolving expectations of consumers in a disruptive marketing ecosystem. 

 

Nelson Mandela University students who were placed under National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) gap investigation have successfully had their funding restored. The restoration follows months of struggles to make ends meet and survive a single day, as students faced eviction from their residences and academic exclusion due to lack of funding.