The Council for Geoscience is a scientific research council tasked with promoting& extending research in the geoscience field & providing geoscientific services
The future of mining begins long before production; it starts with discovery, innovation, and investing in the next generation of geoscience leaders.
We're proud to support The Junior Indaba 2026, where young minds, industry experts, and future innovators come together to shape the next wave of growth in mining.
📍 Country Club Johannesburg, Auckland Park
📅 9–10 June 2026
#InvestInNext #JuniorIndaba2026 #Geoscience #CouncilForGeoscience
The future of mining begins long before production; it starts with discovery, innovation, and investing in the next generation of geoscience leaders.
We're proud to support The Junior Indaba 2026, where young minds, industry experts, and future innovators come together to shape the next wave of growth in mining.
📍 Country Club Johannesburg, Auckland Park
📅 9–10 June 2026
#InvestInNext #JuniorIndaba2026 #Geoscience #CouncilForGeoscience
Tune in to SAFM this morning for an insightful conversation with Ms. Nomvelo Mkhize as she unpacks the challenges surrounding the sinkholes in the West Rand and highlights the critical role of geotechnical assessments in safeguarding infrastructure and communities across the country.
#Geoscience #Sinkholes #GeotechnicalAssessment
On this Africa Day, we shine a spotlight on our growing footprint across the continent. The @CGS_RSA continues to partner with fellow African countries to advance collaborative geoscientific research and strengthen institutional capabilities. Through various initiatives across Africa, the CGS remains committed to deepening cooperation and expanding its contribution to the continent’s sustainable development and geoscientific advancement.
#AfricaDay #AfricaMonth #Geoscience
This morning, our CEO, Mosa Mabuza, joined The Mining Pulse Podcast hosted by James and Graeme to discuss the work and strategic role of the Council for Geoscience in advancing geoscience and supporting mining development across Africa.
The @CGS_RSA participated in the Botswana–South Africa Business Forum held in Botswana alongside the 6th Bi-National Commission (17–22 May 2026). The forum underscored the importance of strengthening the critical minerals value chain through enhanced intra-country collaboration.
#CriticalMinerals #BusinessForum #CrossBorderCollaboration #Diplomacy #Partnerships #SAinBotswana
Tune in to Channel Africa tomorrow for an insightful discussion with Dr. Taufeeq Dhansay on the East African Continental Rift and its significance in advancing geoscience research and regional collaboration.
#Geoscience#Diplomacy#EastAfricanRift#ContinentalRift
In celebration of International Museum Week, we invite you to visit the Geoscience Museum and discover our national collection of minerals, gemstones, rocks, meteorites and geological specimens on display.
#InternationalMuseumWeek#Geoscience
The @CGS_RSA supported the @MHSC_SA during its Tripartite Forum held on 13-14 May 2026 in the Northern and Southern regions of KwaZulu-Natal.
Mr Mbuyiseni Ngcobo, Acting Manager for Communications and Stakeholder Relations, delivered a presentation outlining the overview and mandate of the CGS, as well as the organisation’s role in the exploration and mining value chain.
The @CGS_RSA participated in the @SANSA7 launch of the Natural Resources Management (NRM) Programme in Willowvale, Eastern Cape, held at the Nqadu Great Place as part of the King Hintsa Commemoration events.
The programme uses Earth observation and space science technologies to advance sustainable natural resource management. It aims to enhance land-use planning and informed decision-making, empower local communities, and unlock economic opportunities in critical sectors such as climate adaptation, renewable energy, and eco-tourism.
The @CGS_RSA participated in the 6th Harry Gwala District Science Week and Career Expo, hosted by the @SANSA7 from 4 to 8 May 2026. The event engaged learners in Grades 9–12 from Kokstad, Mzimkhulu, Pholela, and Ixopo in KwaZulu-Natal.
The initiative aimed to promote STEMI (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Innovation) careers and inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. CGS used this platform to highlight geoscience career opportunities and raise awareness of the critical role the discipline plays in national development.
#geoscience #careerexpo #youthempowerment
The @CGS_RSA participated in the Zambia Trade and Investment Forum, which brought together representatives from the South African and Zambian governments, industry leaders, development partners, and thought leaders. The Forum provided a strategic platform to explore opportunities for strengthening bilateral economic cooperation while unlocking investment across key sectors.
Mr Hakundwi Mandende, Manager for Minerals, Energy, Environment and Groundwater, served in a panel discussion under the mining theme. The session underscored the critical role of regional collaboration and investment across the mining value chain, including exploration, mining operations, equipment supply, and financing. The discussions highlighted the importance of geoscience data as a strategic enabler for mineral exploration and evidence-based decision-making.
The @CGS_RSA hosted the official opening ceremony of the PanAfGeo+ programme on mineral resource evaluation. The CGS working with the Geological Survey of Portugal, and Geological Survey of Kenya led the opening ceremony to effect the Work Package 2 of PanAfGeo+ initiative. On the field capacity building initiative will be conducted in South Africa’s Bushveld Complex and be led by a wide range of local experts including 20 young trainees from at least 15 different countries. The training aims to imbue Africa’s developmental imperatives in advanced and sustainable mineral resource evaluation.