AcademyofScienceSA

ASSAf is the official national Academy of Science of South Africa. Our mandate encompasses all fields of scientific enquiry.

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💧🏗️ SUB-THEME 1: WATER RESOURCES & INFRASTRUCTURE 🌍🔬

How can science help secure safe, reliable water for all? 💦

At #AYSC2026, emerging scientists will explore water security, infrastructure, innovation and equitable access to safe water & sanitation. 🚰 💡

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER: Join the Academy of Science for South Africa (ASSAf), JNF Walter Sisulu Environmental Centre and the City of Tshwane in a discussion on Waste Management for Clean Air: Reducing Pollution and Promoting a Clean Environment

RSVP: https://t.co/Pa5gYa0Tja

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💧🌍#AYSC2026 aligns with the 2026 AU theme: 💧🌍

💦 “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063.”

Water is life. Sanitation is dignity. Science is part of the solution. 🔬💡

#AYSC2026

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🔬✨ #AYSC2026 IS COMING! ✨🔬

The #AYSC2026 brings together 65 speakers from 24 institutions & organisations across South Africa. 🌍🧪

🎓 65 speakers
🏛️ 24 institutions
🤝🏽 26 HDI-affiliated speakers
📊 40% HDI representation

From WSU, NWU, Rhodes, UJ, UWC & more, #AYSC2026

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER: ASSAf invites applications from outstanding scholars to lead South Africa's premier multidisciplinary scholarly journal.

📩 Submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and three references to [email protected]
📅 Closing date: 16 September 2026

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🔬✨ #AYSC2026 IS COMING! ✨

The Annual Young Scientists’ Conference is heading to Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha Campus! 🎓📍

📅 13–15 September 2026

Get ready for research, innovation, collaboration and Africa’s emerging scientific leaders! 🌍🧪💡

#AYSC2026

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Join the Academy of Science for South Africa (ASSAf), JNF Walter Sisulu Environmental Centre and the City of Tshwane in a discussion on Waste Management for Clean Air: Reducing Pollution and Promoting a Clean Environment

RSVP: https://t.co/Pa5gYa0Tja

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER: Join the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) and the Mirror Biology Dialogue Fund in a discussion on

Mirror Life: Understanding the Science, Risks, and Governance Implications for Southern Africa

RSVP: https://t.co/cJEAEE5V2R

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER: Women at the Heart of the Green Economy: Advancing Social Protection for a Just Transition

RSVP: https://t.co/iaPqL1cUD1

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER: Join the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) and the Mirror Biology Dialogue Fund in a discussion on

Mirror Life: Understanding the Science, Risks, and Governance Implications for Southern Africa

RSVP: https://t.co/cJEAEE5V2R

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Women at the Heart of the Green Economy: Advancing Social Protection for a Just Transition

RSVP: https://t.co/iaPqL1cUD1

[AcademyofScienceSA @ASSAf_Official]

Join the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) and the Mirror Biology Dialogue Fund in a discussion on

Mirror Life: Understanding the Science, Risks, and Governance Implications for Southern Africa

RSVP: https://t.co/cJEAEE5V2R

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📢 📢 ASSAf invites applications from outstanding scholars to lead South Africa's premier multidisciplinary scholarly journal.

📩 Submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and three references to [email protected]
📅 Closing date: 16 September 2026

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📢📢 If you were unable to register in time, you can still watch the livestream on the official ASSAf Facebook page:

https://t.co/egDdEucRTJ

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📢 📢 Congratulations to ASSAf Member, Prof. Deresh Ramjugernath, on receiving an Honorary Doctor of Education from Coventry University.

The honour recognises his outstanding leadership in higher education, pioneering research contributions, & commitment to advancing innovation

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER : The Mental Health Crisis in South African Higher Education: Is Gen AI a Help or a Hindrance?

RSVP: https://t.co/loywZomspZ

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📢 📢 Congratulations to ASSAf Member Prof Glenda Gray on her election as a Fellow of the Royal Society.

This prestigious recognition is a testament to her exceptional contributions to science and reflects the highest standards of scientific excellence.

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🔔 🔔 REMINDER: It's Game On: Game Meat, a Game Changer for Climate Resilience and Food Security
Human-Wildlife Interactions, Risks and Scaling of Game Meat Value Chains

RSVP: https://t.co/PQ6feF1xda

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🐝 On 31 July, ASSAf proudly co-hosted From Pollination to Palate, a hybrid seminar exploring the role of bees in sustainable food systems, bee health, & South Africa's honey value chain. Also examined regulation, market opportunities, and the draft National Honey Beekeeping Act.