Saheti Alumni Association

06/08/2026

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Save the Date | SAHETI Alumni Bouzouki Evening

Join us for a special evening celebrating Greek music, culture and community.

📅 Saturday, 17 October
🕕 7 PM

Reconnect with old friends, celebrate our shared heritage and enjoy an unforgettable evening together.

All proceeds from the evening will go towards the SAHETI Alumni Support Fund.

More details to follow - for now, save the date.

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30/07/2026

SAHETI Alumni Achievement | Reaching New Heights

Congratulations to SAHETI alumnus, Antonio Aristides (Class of 2019), on graduating with a Master of Science (MSc) in Aerospace Vehicle Design from Cranfield University in the United Kingdom.
Adding to this remarkable achievement, he was also awarded the Denis Howe Memorial Prize for the Best Group Design Project—a testament to his technical excellence, teamwork, and dedication.

Reflecting on his journey, he shared that moving to a new country and living away from home for the first time was both challenging and transformative. From countless late nights running CFD simulations and refining aircraft designs to completing demanding group and individual research projects, the experience strengthened both his technical expertise and personal resilience.

He credits his success to the unwavering support of his parents, friends, teachers, and mentors from the University of the Witwatersrand and Cranfield University, whose encouragement helped him achieve this milestone.

Now applying his knowledge at FlySafair, he looks forward to contributing to the aviation industry and helping keep South Africa's fleet flying high.

Congratulations on this outstanding achievement. We are incredibly proud to celebrate another SAHETI alumnus who continues to pursue excellence and make an impact on the global stage.

22/07/2026

Please find the official announcement regarding the SAHETI Alumni Office Bearers for the upcoming term.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected committee members and wish them every success as they continue to strengthen our alumni community, foster meaningful connections, and support the ongoing growth of the SAHETI Alumni Association.

We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to the outgoing committee for their dedication, service, and commitment to the Association over the past term. Their contribution has played an important role in building and supporting our alumni network.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the SAHETI Alumni community.

We look forward to another exciting chapter together.

19/07/2026

So excited for this incredible concert. A special highlight will be an original composition by Alumna Angelique Mouyis, PhD, MFA.
Looking forward to a wonderful evening of music.

15/07/2026

Demis Karamitsos (Class of 1998) contributed to Spartan Arms securing victories in both the Open Gun and Standard Gun divisions—an exceptional accomplishment.

Your dedication, discipline, and pursuit of excellence continue to make the SAHETI community proud. We congratulate you on this remarkable success and wish you many more victories in the future!

14/07/2026

SAHETI School extends the invitation to all SAHETI Alumni!

Join us for an engaging evening as Dan Nicholl sits down in conversation with rugby legend John Smit.

This promises to be an entertaining and insightful discussion filled with stories, leadership lessons, and plenty of laughs.

📅 Wednesday, 22 July
🕕 18:00 – 19:30
📍 George Bizos Hall, SAHETI School

Seats are limited, so be sure to book yours soon.

For bookings, email [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming our alumni back to campus for what promises to be a memorable evening.

Dan Nicholl in Conversation with John Smit

Don't miss this engaging evening with Dan Nicholl and John Smit.
Book now – limited seats available!

08/07/2026

Look who is on the cover of the Get It magazine - our very own Harry Sideropoulos (Class of 1991). Lisa Witepski interviewed Harry about his new show, his cooking, his immersive dining experiences and his cookbook, due for release just in time for Christmas.

Grab your copy of the July edition of Get It Magazine – Joburg Northern Suburbs.

06/07/2026

Celebrating a Proud Alumni Achievement!

On Saturday, 27 June 2026, the SAHETI Alumni Association had the pleasure of celebrating the successful launch of Blackbird, by SAHETI alumnus Iulian Tatu.

The event was a wonderful celebration of creativity, perseverance, and literary talent, bringing together family, friends, alumni, and supporters to mark this significant milestone in Iulian's writing journey.

Congratulations, Iulian, on this remarkable achievement! We are incredibly proud of you and wish you every success as Blackbird reaches readers far and wide.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the launch such a memorable occasion.

Once a SAHETIan Always a SAHETIan! 💙📖

05/07/2026

Congratulations to Katy Katopodis (Class of 1992)

ΔΕΛΤΙΟ ΤΥΠΟΥ

Η ΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΣΗ ΤΗΣ ΝΟΤΙΑΣ ΑΦΡΙΚΗΣ ΣΥΓΧΑΙΡΕΙ ΤΗ ΝΕΑ ΗΓΕΣΙΑ ΤΟΥ SANEF

Η κυβέρνηση εκφράζει τα ειλικρινή της συγχαρητήρια στην Κατερίνα Κατωποδη για την εκλογή της ως Προέδρου του South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF), καθώς και στη νεοεκλεγείσα Διοικούσα Επιτροπή, τους προέδρους των υποεπιτροπών και τους περιφερειακούς συντονιστές.
Το SANEF διαδραματίζει καθοριστικό ρόλο στη δημοκρατία και στο τοπίο των μέσων ενημέρωσης της Νότιας Αφρικής. Ως μία από τις σημαντικότερες φωνές υπέρ της ελευθερίας του Τύπου, της δημοσιογραφικής δεοντολογίας και της ανεξαρτησίας των μέσων ενημέρωσης, ο οργανισμός υπερασπίζεται τα δικαιώματα και την ασφάλεια των δημοσιογράφων, προστατεύει το δικαίωμα πρόσβασης στην πληροφορία και προάγει τα υψηλότερα επαγγελματικά πρότυπα στον χώρο της δημοσιογραφίας. Το έργο του παραμένει αναντικατάστατο για τη διασφάλιση μιας ενημερωμένης και δημοκρατικής κοινωνίας.
Η κυβέρνηση καλωσορίζει τη νέα ηγεσία και της εύχεται κάθε επιτυχία στην προσπάθειά της να προωθήσει το σημαντικό έργο του οργανισμού, χτίζοντας παράλληλα πάνω στην περήφανη παρακαταθήκη και την ιστορία του.
Για δημοσιογραφικές πληροφορίες:
Nomonde Mnukwa, Αναπληρώτρια Εκπρόσωπος της Κυβέρνησης
William Baloyi, Αναπληρωτής Εκπρόσωπος της Κυβέρνησης
Εκδόθηκε από το Government Communication and Information System (GCIS)
5 Ιουλίου 2026

PRESS RELEASE

SOUTH AFRICA GOVERNMENT CONGRATULATES THE NEW LEADERSHIP OF SANEF

The government extends its sincere congratulations to Katerina Katopodi on her election as Chairman of the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF), as well as to the newly elected Steering Committee, the chairs of sub-committees and regional coordinators.
SANEF plays a crucial role in democracy and the media landscape in South Africa. As one of the most important voices for freedom of the press, journalistic ethics, and media independence, the organization defends the rights and safety of journalists, protects the right to access information, and promotes the highest professional standards in the field of journalism. His work remains irreplaceable in ensuring an informed and democratic society.
The Government welcomes the new leadership and wishes it every success in its effort to advance the important work of the organization, while building on its proud legacy and history.

For press release:
Nomonde Mnukwa, Deputy Spokesperson for the Government
William Baloyi, Deputy Spokesperson for the Government
Published by Government Communication and Information System (GCIS)
July 5, 2026

02/07/2026

TBT to February 2017

Throwing it back to February 2017, when the SAHETI Alumni Association hosted a memorable Bouzouki Evening to raise funds for the alumni community.

It was an unforgettable evening filled with great music, delicious food, dancing, and wonderful company—all in support of a great cause.

Who remembers this fantastic night? We'd love to see your photos and hear your favourite memories in the comments!