Spatial Insights edition 13: Analysis of fire distribution across South Africa
Devastating fires sweeping through South Africa, from urban centers to rural villages, are leaving communities in turmoil as homes, livelihoods, and wildlife are destroyed. This crisis underscores the urgent need to investigate the underlying causes of these blazes. Wildfires, which occur regularly in South Africa, often cause significant damage. While human error is a factor,… View Article

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WATCH: Agribusinesses puts innovation at the forefront

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HSRC participates in key discussions at FANRPAN Policy Dialogue in Malawi

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28 August 2024
Johannesburg, Wednesday, 28 August 2024 – The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) will release the key provincial findings of the Sixth South African National HIV, Prevalence, Incidence, and Behaviour Survey (SABSSM VI) for Gauteng. The…

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