Friday, 4 September 2026

UCT’s Human Evolution Research Institute received the National Research Foundation’s Science Team Award; its 40-plus researchers combine fossil and archaeological work with transformation initiatives for black women.

Author Carmeni Govender’s debut novel Stern Gods follows 12-year-old Kathy in apartheid-era KwaZulu-Natal, confronting child sexual abuse, intergenerational trauma, violence and the need for racial healing.

Hair loss can reflect iron or ferritin deficiency, thyroid and hormone changes, low vitamins or stress; the trichologist advised blood tests before buying multiple supplements.

Tight braids and artificial extensions can cause breakage, scalp infections and traction alopecia, potentially permanently damaging a child’s front hairline if worn repeatedly or too long.

Weekend recommendations included Cape Town’s Open Book Festival, more than 60 events running until Sunday, alongside local theatre, markets, films and new streaming releases.