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Note-taking apps typically aim to make you more efficient and productive. A lot of those apps concentrate on quickly jotting down your thoughts, organizing them better, or a mix of both. Napkin (not to be confused with the Accel-backed startup of same name) wants to stand out amid these apps by focusing on mindfulness. Think of it as a companion of sorts to your journaling. Founders David Felsmann and Fabian Wittel, who previously worked in BMW’s group innovation wing, started developing the app in 2022. They first released a web prototype. But, at that time, the app was focusing on…
Carla Smalls shares her story of study abroad, safari and social justice When first-year student Carla Smalls initially wanted to apply for the 2024 UNC Greensboro in South Africa summer program, her mom didn’t want her to go so far away. But when the application deadline was extended, she saw it as “a sign,” a chance to reconsider. This time, her mom said, “Go out and do what you want to do.” Smalls was one of ten UNCG first-year students to spend three weeks in Cape Town and the surrounding area this past summer, along with 60 others from around…
The formation of the Private Sector Coalition Against Gender-Based Violence and Harassment (PSC) has taken a significant step in the fight against gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) in the workplace. This initiative was launched at a Private Sector Symposium in Johannesburg, bringing together key players such as the GBVF Response Fund, the Presidency, the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), UN Women, and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Read more: JSE Investment Challenge is open for registration Several CEOs and senior leaders across various industries attended the symposium. They expressed their support for the PSC, including Sitho…
By Morapedi Sibeko This September, as we commemorate Deaf Awareness Month, it is a good moment to look back on the progress made in recognising South African Sign Language (SASL) and to raise awareness of the experiences of Deaf people, whose voices emphasise the continued need for inclusion and activism. The South African National Deaf Association (SANDA) estimates that there are over four million Deaf and hard of hearing people in South Africa. Fundamental human rights include the right to language, and for Deaf people, SASL is essential to their full participation in society. They risk being shut out of…
As World Rabies Day approaches on Saturday, 28th September 2024, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA is calling on all pet owners to ensure their animals are vaccinated, especially as rabies has now become endemic in the Cape Fur Seal population. With 24 confirmed cases of rabies in seals since May 2024, rabies has never been a bigger threat to both human and animal health in Cape Town.Vaccinate to Protect: Your Pet, Your Family, Your Community“Rabies is a highly fatal viral disease, and vaccination is the most effective way to prevent it from spreading to humans and animals,” said Dr.…
Daniel Ricciardo has no intention of taking up a reserve driver role to further his F1 career – believing age may have finally caught up with him.Ricciardo’s F1 comeback is over after RB decided to release the Australian and hand reserve driver Liam Lawson the opportunity to cement his future in the sport as he will partner Yuki Tsunoda for the remaining six grands prix of the season.After being released by McLaren at the end of 2022, Ricciardo was initially handed a lifeline by Red Bull – the team with whom he won seven grands prix between 2014-2018 – by…
Major wake up call and warning about Kate Middleton’s cancer comes to lightA royal expert has just offered some insight into Kate Middleton’s return to public life following the end of her preventative chemotherapy, and has come right alongside an update about her not being out of the woods yet.Everything has been brought forward during GB News’ interview with Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary Dickie Arbiter. He weighed in on everything rather candidly and advised Buckingham Palace against ‘pushing’ Kate Middleton to work.According to the claims, “It will be a slow adjustment to getting back on duty, and we mustn’t…
The US and its allies shared a brief moment of optimism on Wednesday as they unveiled a three-week ceasefire proposal to halt the violence between Israel and Hezbollah.It didn’t last long.Hours after introducing the proposal – amid positive signals from Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations – the US came crashing up against opposition from a leader who has repeatedly dashed US hopes to ease the turmoil in the Middle East: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government.”There will be no ceasefire,” Foreign Minister Israel Katz wrote on X. Soon after, Netanyahu landed in New York and said Israel would…
South Africa’s coalition government – making the case for hope The Conversation This article was originally published by a news.google.com . Read the Original article here. .
Wayne Francis, CEO of Global Connect Outsourcing. “By recruiting and training individuals from underprivileged communities, GCO is making an impact where it matters most“ South Africa’s Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry is a dynamic sector and is increasingly becoming a crucial player in global markets. This is in large part due to the country having a strong reputation for delivering high-quality customer service enabled by our neutral accent; low cost margins; our cultural affinity with Western markets; and our advanced digital and technology ecosystems. In addition, the local BPO industry continues to leverage other sources of market attractiveness including our…