African Female Voices Inspires the Next Generation of Women in STEM Through the InnovateHER Project, Supported by NRF-SAASTA
On 10 May 2025, African Female Voices, led by Ms Lebogang Masega (Founder and Chief Editor of African Female Voices), launched the InnovateHER project at the University of Johannesburg.
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The Public Relationship with Science Survey To Shape the Future of Science Engagement Towards a Science-Aware and Literate Society
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) recently hosted the first-ever South African Public Relationship with Science (SAPRS) Conference at the Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre in Johannesburg.
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Community Media Upskilled In Science Reporting
Journalists from across the country who attended a recent science journalism workshop hosted by the South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA) say the training has significantly enhanced their ability to report on science-related stories accurately and engagingly.
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Eswatini Hosts Inaugural National Science Week with Strong South African Collaboration
The Kingdom of Eswatini marked a significant milestone in its scientific development by hosting its first-ever National Science Week (ENSW). The event was officially launched on February 13, 2025, at the UNESWA Sports Emporium in Kwaluseni . . .
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First Science and Robotics Centre in Mhluzi Officially Opened
A momentous occasion unfolded as the St Peter Development Foundation officially handed over what will be the first Science and Robotics Centre in Mhluzi. The Centre, developed by the St Peter Development Foundation, was transferred to TechnoAfrika to serve as a hub for science engagement, education and . . .
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The Role Of Science Journalism In Promoting Science Literacy
The National Research Foundation’s (NRF) South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA) recently hosted a two-day workshop focusing on science journalism and data-driven journalism aimed at equipping young journalists with the necessary science reporting skills to . . .
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Aspiring Science Communicators Honoured at the University of Limpopo’s Graduation Ceremony

Aspiring science communicators were celebrated at the University of Limpopo’s graduation ceremony, marking a milestone for science engagement in South Africa. The second cohort of the PGDip SciComm programme, funded by DSTI and administered by NRF-SAASTA, showcased the impact of skilled science communicators across various sectors. Graduates, including top achievers from key scientific institutions, are already driving public science engagement initiatives nationwide.

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Exclusive Interview with Dr. Mamoeletsi Mosia: Driving Innovation and Science Engagement in South Africa

As the coordinator of science engagement initiatives for South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF), the South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA) plays a vital role in bridging the gap between the country’s world-class research and public understanding. In this interview, NRF-SAASTA Managing Director Dr. Mamoeletsi Mosia discusses the organization’s evolving approach to elevating science’s reach and impact across all segments of society.

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