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A rare bird once feared near extinction has made an incredible comeback in England's South Downs National Park, with numbers doubling in just five years. The nightjar's recovery shows what's possible when communities work together to protect wildlife.
England's South Downs National Park has transformed an area equal to 12,400 football pitches into thriving wildlife habitat, planting 100,000 trees and restoring dozens of ponds. The five-year ReNature campaign is now two-thirds of the way to its 2030 goal.
South Korea successfully launched its next-generation Earth observation satellite aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, advancing the nation's ability to manage disasters and protect its citizens. The achievement marks a major step forward in South Korea's growing space technology sector.
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South African Airways just became Africa's first major airline to let passengers pay for flights with Bitcoin, completing transactions in seconds. The move puts South Africa at the forefront of real-world cryptocurrency adoption.
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South Africa is meeting its promise to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and a new €200-million loan from Germany will help the country speed up its shift from coal to solar and wind power. This funding is part of a global partnership helping South Africa prove that climate progress is possible.
South Africa is partnering with global health organizations to manufacture a revolutionary twice-yearly HIV injection that could help end the pandemic. The move could bring lifesaving medication to 8 million South Africans living with HIV and millions more across the continent.
South Korea is transferring its advanced KF-21 fighter jet prototype to Indonesia, turning a decade-long partnership dispute into a $1.5 billion breakthrough. This marks South Korea's first major combat aircraft export and reshapes defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
A powerful South African telescope is revealing a hidden universe between galaxies, discovering 60 cosmic structures never seen before. The breakthrough puts South Africa at the forefront of mapping how the universe actually works.
South Africa is strengthening its global reputation through an ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy focused on international partnerships and solving real-world problems. From vaccine manufacturing to climate research, the nation is positioning itself as a reliable partner bridging the Global North and South.
The South African National Defence Force is saving lives across two countries after devastating floods hit southern Africa. Their rescue helicopters are pulling stranded families to safety in both South Africa and Mozambique.
Despite years of political tension, hundreds of South Koreans cheered through pouring rain as a North Korean women's football team defeated a local squad 2-1 on Wednesday. The match marks the first time North Korean athletes have competed in South Korea since 2018.
Two Mexican journalists held in South Africa for nearly three months are finally coming home after a judge dismissed all charges against them. Meanwhile, South Africa's national soccer team overcame visa delays to arrive in Mexico for World Cup preparation.
A new partnership is making it easier and faster for small businesses, fintechs, and retailers across South Africa to offer their customers modern banking services. Paymentology and Bank Zero are combining global payment technology with local expertise to help more South Africans access financial tools built for the digital age.
High school senior Liz Boschee launched a javelin 147 feet to break South Dakota's all-time record and win her championship by 18 feet. Her historic throw capped a remarkable day that saw 13 state records fall at the South Dakota Track and Field Championships.
South Africa just secured €300 million from France to help its massive freight network go green, the latest in a wave of European climate support. After the US pulled back its funding, European nations are stepping up to help South Africa meet its climate goals while growing its economy. #
After record-breaking 50°C heat, life-saving rains brought hope to South Australian pastoralists who feared losing their livestock. Some stations received two-thirds of their yearly rainfall in a single weekend.
South Korea is building its first large-scale liquid air energy storage facility, a breakthrough that could help balance renewable energy and strengthen the power grid. The plant will store clean energy by turning air into liquid, then releasing it during peak demand.
Amazon is launching its satellite internet service in South Africa before year's end, partnering with local providers to bring fast broadband to underserved communities. While competitor Starlink remains stuck in regulatory limbo, Amazon's partnership approach could give it a smoother path to connecting millions.
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FlySafair, Africa's most punctual airline, secured a last-minute deal with infrastructure firm Harith to solve a regulatory crisis that threatened to ground all its flights. The partnership ensures the beloved budget carrier keeps flying while meeting South African ownership requirements.
A century after nearly vanishing, koalas in South Australia are making an incredible comeback thanks to a bold conservation effort that started with just 18 animals. Now researchers are working to ensure this success story continues for generations to come.
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