Events

The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), in partnership with the Botswana Academy of Science (BAS), Kingdom of Eswatini Academy of Sciences (KEAS), Lesotho Academy of Science and Technology (LAST), the Academy of Science (TAS) in Malawi and Zimbabwe Academy of Sciences (ZAS) cordially invite you to a webinar a collaborative workshop on Democratising Knowledge through Open Science: A collaborative Workshop.

Ineffective chemicals management is a key driver of eutrophication, and the chemical-based control of invasive blooms affects the sustainability of water resources. Sustainable approaches for chemical usage and chemical waste management are needed to inform South Africa’s ambitions for sustainable water resources, human and environmental health.
The workshop seeks to explore current challenges and implementable solutions for chemicals waste management (mainly effluents) to contain the current extent of eutrophication (and water resource quality deterioration at large), and further explore sustainable approaches to manage (economically, socially, and ecologically) for eutrophication-driven blooms of invasive higher plant and algal species.

A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at early career researchers with little or no experience in peer reviewing journal articles.

Are we failing our youth? by Prof Saths Cooper   

Given the rising risk and public health implications of Mpox in South Africa, raising awareness, sharing knowledge, and coordinating efforts across various sectors is crucial for an effective response. This webinar aims to bring together healthcare professionals, public health officials, researchers, and policymakers to discuss the current state of Mpox in South Africa, explore prevention strategies, and enhance the country’s readiness to respond to future outbreaks.

The third webinar in the series on polemics in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The workshop seeks to provide a balanced discussion platform focusing on:

Contextualising the Just Transition (towards a system change),
The Economics and Science of the Transition and Employment – Policy Perspectives for Impact,
Civil society engagement and perspectives on Just Transition,
National System of Innovation Challenges of Just Transitions.

Objectives:

Showcase ASSAf's activities and raise awareness on the benefits of Membership
Increase ASSAf nomination and membership from HDUs

Objectives:

Meet the South African Young Academy of Science (SAYAS) and learn more about its role in positioning young scientists at the forefront in shaping scientific dialogue and policy in South Africa and globally, ensuring that their contributions advance societal progress and sustainable development.