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Science challenges in post-apartheid South Africa

South Africa's astronomy project must show local benefit

Co-hosting the world's largest radio telescope raises South Africa's scientific standing. But it must also help meet the country's social needs.

1 June 2012 | EN | FR | 中文

Woman in teashop, Somaliland

Famine response needs better science communication

The Horn of Africa drought exposes the continuing gap between our ability to predict disaster and to take effective humanitarian action.

22 July 2011 | EN | ES | 中文

Spotlight on satellites for disaster management

Satellites can save lives from natural disasters but developing countries risk missing the opportunity through poor political support.

11 November 2009 | EN | ES | FR | 中文