South Africa

How Do Different Cultures Welcome The New Year?

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Here are some of the most unique and interesting New Year's rituals from all over the world.…

December 26, 2023

What’s the Deal With Omicron: The World’s Racist Response to Southern Africa

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

Despite the fact that scientists from South Africa discovered and first informed the world of the new COVID-19 variant, the region is being blamed for its origin.…

December 14, 2021

Never Underestimate: Shout Out to South African House Music

Giana Gayles, Stanford University

Awê! We underestimate our neighbors to the east, who have created their own innovative spin on the genre.…

January 8, 2020

A Day in the Life of University Students Across the World

Olivia Wickstrom, Portland State University

Ever wonder what it’s like to study in South Africa, Scotland or Switzerland?…

November 2, 2016