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South Africa has made history by launching its first National Astro-Tourism Strategy, positioning itself as a leader in Africa’s astro-tourism industry. The strategy was unveiled in Carnarvon, Northern Cape, by the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof Blade Nzimande, and the Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, on World Tourism Day.  The initiative aims to blend science with local culture, offering tourists the opportunity to marvel at the stars while learning indigenous celestial stories from the Khoisan people. Central to the strategy is the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), soon to be the world’s largest radio telescope, and the South…

There’s no denying that eating excess salt can lead to several health conditions, like hypertension and high blood pressure, and also increase the risk of cardiac ailments. But do you know that just by going on a low-salt diet you can also help lose weight faster and may help in better blood pressure management? Here are nine lesser-known reasons to switch to a low-salt diet for effective health and weight management. Reduced Water Retention High salt consumption often leads to water retention, making you feel bloated and heavier. By switching to a low-salt diet, your body can release excess water,…

Leolin Zas scored a brace of tries as the DHL Stormers bounced back in style to claim the first win of their Vodacom URC campaign against Zebre in Parma on Saturday. A 14-point haul from the boot of flyhalf Jurie Matthee, to go with tries from Zas and Suleiman Hartzenberg, saw the DHL Stormers claim a 36-5 bonus-point victory, the first win of their 2024-25 campaign. Having suffered a defeat in their season opener against Ospreys in Bridgend, the Stormers dominated a Zebre side that a week earlier had stunned 2023 champions Munster. Three penalties and a conversion from Matthee,…

Prince Harry inherits Diana’s love for the spotlight.Prince Harry may not be the royal son most commonly recognized for resembling Princess Diana, he has finally found common ground with his late mother: their shared flair for entertainment. In a recent conversation with The Sun’s Matt Wilkinson, former royal protection officer Ken Wharfe noted, “Yes, they’re both entertainers.” Wharfe reflected on Harry’s rise in popularity during their childhood, revealing that he often eclipsed Prince William. “Harry was always the court jester as a child,” he shared, suggesting that William experienced a degree of jealousy over Harry’s charisma and charm. “Part of the problem with…

Paris: French President Emmanuel Macron called Saturday for a halt on arms deliveries to Israel for use in Gaza, provoking a sharp response from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Macron also criticised Netanyahu’s decision to send troops into ground operations in Lebanon.”I think that today, the priority is that we return to a political solution, that we stop delivering weapons to fight in Gaza,” Macron told French broadcaster France Inter.”France is not delivering any,” he added during the interview, which was recorded Tuesday.Macron reiterated his concern over the conflict in Gaza that is continuing despite repeated calls for a ceasefire.”I think…

South Africa’s IFP party says it will join a unity government, a step toward ending deadlock The Associated Press This article was originally published by a news.google.com . Read the Original article here. .

Fincra, a leading African payment infrastructure provider, has obtained a Third Payment Provider (TPPP) license in South Africa, a major milestone that allows the company to extend its innovative payment solutions to businesses across the country. This regulatory approval marks a significant advancement in Fincra’s mission to facilitate seamless, cross-border transactions across Africa and beyond. The Firm’s Co-Founder and CEO Wole Ayodele, expressed his excitement about the expansion, highlighting South Africa as a key market for the company’s growth. “We have long recognized South Africa as an ideal market for us, and we are excited to contribute with our innovative…

Katie Smith has had an addiction for as long as she can remember. Something she feels compelled to dozens of times a day.The 30-year-old finds herself repeatedly opening the Rightmove app, despite the fact she has no intention of moving house anytime soon.”Rightmove is my porn,” laughs Katie, from Stone, Staffordshire. “It’s like being a modern day peeping Tom,” she says, referring to the number of homes she looks inside, all from the comfort of her smartphone.Last week, after a day trip to Knutsford, Cheshire, she spent the evening looking at all the houses for sale there – regardless of…

The Wallaroos have earned a pulsating 33-26 triumph over South Africa in Cape Town, as record-equalling Ash Marsters came up with a heroic last-ditch steal to put the Australian women’s side in sight of the WXV2 tournament title.The excellent allround display on Saturday was headlined by two spectacular performances from flying wingers Desiree Miller and record-breaker Maya Stewart, and sets up a title-deciding match against unbeaten Scotland at the same venue next week.The Wallaroos, maintaining the resurgent form that saw them crush Wales the previous week, went over for five tries, scored by Siokapesi Palu, Georgina Friedrichs, Eva Karpani, player…

Local enigmatic snake handler Dingo Dinkelman has been placed in an induced coma after being bitten by a venomous snake last week. In a Facebook post by his wife on his popular conservation page, Dingo, she said that Dinkelman went into anaphylactic shock due to his allergy to snake venom. “Fortunately, we were able to rush him straight to hospital. He is currently in ICU, on a ventilator and in an induced coma. The doctors are keeping him heavily sedated to give his body as much of a fighting chance to fully recover. We have a very long road ahead…