Archaeologists have discovered the world's oldest known animal cave painting in Indonesia - a wild pig - believed to be drawn 45,500 years ago.
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Rock art rocks: Experts are still trying to fathom ancient engravings found near the Vredefort crater
26 Aug 2023
Archaeologists have taken a crucial step towards solving one of human evolution’s greatest mysteries.
26 Aug 2023
The Inaugural Lecture of Professor Sarah Wurz took place on the 8th of June 2021 and a link has been made available to view the recording until the end of June 2021.
26 Aug 2023
Are you missing the monthly Archaeological Society lectures due to Covid-19 restrictions?
26 Aug 2023
Peter Slingsby and Don Pinnock recently posted an article to the Daily Maverick about the Englishman's Grave site on the Pakhuis Pass with some very interesting findings. Read the full article by clicking on the following link:
26 Aug 2023
We were sad to hear about the passing of Richard Leakey - the following links provide obituaries commemorating his life:
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/jan/03/richard-leakey-obituary
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/jan/03/richard-leakey-obituary
26 Aug 2023
Please see attached advert for the Postdoc fellowship with Iziko - please contact Wendy Black if you are interested in applying for the fellowship.
26 Aug 2023
Three new positions at the National Inventory Unit, one permanent and two contract.
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26 Aug 2023
The South African Archaeological Society Council and members were saddened to hear the news that Professor Thomas Huffman, President of the Society from 1996-1998, passed away on 29 March after a long illness. A full obituary will be published in the South African Archaeological Bulletin.