July’s full Buck Moon rises high in SA’s winter sky

No telescope required! Just find a clear view to the east and watch the moon rise.
Nova Lupi 2025: New star spotted by UCT astronomer

White Dwarf Goes Boom: Nova Lupi 2025 Caught by UCT Astronomer.
What the Winter Solstice actually means (beyond seasonal sadness)

It’s the winter solstice, and the longest night isn’t just a vibe.
Golden Strawberry Moon light’s up the June sky

June’s strawberry moon is named after the fruit harvest season, so no, it won’t turn pink. Here’s what you need to know.
NASA is peering into Uranus and it’s personal this time

NASA to boldly peer into Uranus during rare planetary event
SpaceX Starship explosion delays flights – why it’s a big deal [VIDEO]

If you were at a Florida airport recently (and that’s Florida in the US, not the one on the West Rand…), you may have seen the chaos unfold after the SpaceX Starship explosion. Yep, Starship blew up, and somehow, it messed up flights for a bunch of regular people trying to get from point A […]
Once in a super blue moon: August’s lunar spectacle explained

August’s full moon on the 19th is both a supermoon and a blue moon, a rare celestial event combining size and timing. Here’s why it is making astronomers giddy.
One small step: Blue Origin flight a milestone for Nigeria

The Blue Origin space craft is to take six individuals to space from nations historically underrepresented in space exploration. Nigeria made the list.
From Cape Town to the Cosmos: SA to host astronomy’s biggest bash

SA hosts world’s largest astronomy gathering, featuring space pioneers and Minister Blade Nzimande. A stargazer’s dream come true in Cape Town this August.
Eta Aquariids: Watch a meteor shower from Halley’s Comet

Don’t miss the Eta Aquariids meteor shower on May 5, 2024. Discover the best viewing times and tips for witnessing this spectacular event from Halley’s Comet.