Category: Science Matters

Research Nugget How Family Life Shapes Stronger Communities: Insights from South Africa There is limited research which examines how family function and social cohesion are connected, particularly within the South African context. Families play a central role in shaping how

Research Nugget Understanding Mental Health Stigma: The experiences of mothers raising children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder Mental health stigma remains a significant global challenge, particularly within communities where an understanding of mental illness is limited. Despite increased awareness of mental health

Research Nugget Public Service Delivery and Human Rights: What South Africa and Uganda Can Learn from Each Other Public service delivery plays a critical role in improving people’s quality of life, especially in developing countries. Despite having policies and systems

Research Nugget Are Chemicals in Sanitary Pads A Hidden Health Risk? Public service delivery plays a critical role in improving people’s quality of life, especially in developing countries. Despite having policies and systems in place, both South Africa and Uganda

Research Nugget Astronomy as a strategic driver for sustainable development https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq3T5VQkzZg The International Astronomical Union’s Office of Astronomy for Development (IAU OAD) is hosted by the NRF–SAAO, a business unit of the National Research Foundation (NRF). Traditional development approaches are

Research Nugget The Missing Middle: Funding gaps for mid-career researchers in South Africa Mid-career researchers are at risk of falling into a critical gap where they are no longer eligible for early-career support but are not yet sufficiently established to

Research Nugget Parental Concerns Around Children’s Road Safety En Route to School Children’s safety in traffic is a major concern globally, with traffic injuries recognised as a leading cause of preventable death among children and young people. Children in low-

Research Nugget How Social Media Shopping Affects Well-Being in South Africa Social media has become part of everyday life for millions of South Africans. Beyond communication and entertainment, it has also become a space for shopping and self-expression. Yet the

Research Nugget Contributions of Social Media to Paratransit and Minibus Taxi Challenges in South Africa In South Africa, minibus taxis, are the most popular form of public transport. These taxis dominate the market, but many operators still rely on informal

Research Nugget Money Does Not Stay, It Is a Visitor — I Blew It! Modern culture often links happiness with material wealth, yet many who suddenly gain large sums of money quickly lose it all. In South Africa’s unequal society,