Quest Science for South Africa

02/10/2026

01/10/2026

AFTER SCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB: An exciting opportunity for learners to engage with scientists through live, informal conversations about their work,
experiences and career journeys.

LINK: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tEXpW64d2s

01/10/2026

Call for participants: STEM students in South Africa

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is conducting a study on behalf of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) to evaluate the effectiveness, relevance and usefulness of their Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) career publications and to understand how these resources support subject and career decision-making.

We are inviting STEM students at South African universities and colleges to participate in a short online survey (15–20 minutes). Your insights will contribute to improving national STEM career guidance materials and supporting future learners in making informed academic and career choices.

Participation is voluntary, and all responses will remain confidential. A small number of participants will be invited to take part in a follow-up online interview. Read more

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is conducting a study on behalf of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) to evaluate the effectiveness, relevance and usefulness of their Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) career publications and to understand how these resourc...

28/09/2026

Quest Volume 22.3: Energy Transition is now available!

How is South Africa transforming the way we produce, use and think about energy? In this issue, we explore the science, technology and opportunities shaping the energy transition. Discover the technologies driving cleaner energy, explore the importance of a sustainable energy future, meet researchers and professionals working in the energy sector and learn about careers and opportunities in the growing energy field. Read issue and explore the science behind South Africa’s changing energy landscape. https://research.assaf.org.za/bitstreams/d9b01755-0a26-419a-8063-8af2d0c5ef3c/viewer?itemid=bfc3d331-e0ca-4a72-9e78-625c710a6578

22/09/2026

22/09/2026

Reminder: Work towards completing your NRF Honours application.

The 2027 DSTI-NRF Honours funding call is available here: https://www.nrf.ac.za/announcement-of-call-dsti-nrf-honours-student-funding-for-the-academic-year-2027/

1) Please consult the NRF’s official documents (Framework, Application, and FAQ Guides) before submitting queries or applications.

2) At every university, NRF Designated Authorities (DAs) are stationed at the Postgraduate or Research Office to assist students with queries and applications. Please contact or visit them for assistance first.

3) Queries related to specific funding opportunities can be directed to: [email protected]
The subject line of your email must have the following information in order to be routed correctly:
• Level i.e. Honours, Master’s or Doctoral
• Funding opportunity e.g. General, SARChI, NRF-MINDS, Manus MatSci etc.
• Application reference number starting with prefix PMDS25…

4) The universities have their own internal closing dates for NRF Applications that applicants have to adhere to. Please enquire with your university.

5) Applicants who don’t have final year examination results at the time of application can submit their applications without the marks. However, as soon as the exam results are made available by the university, the applicant must ensure that they send the marks to their proposed university's Postgraduate/Research Office.

6) It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that they apply for the correct funding call; that their applications are correct and complete before submission; and that the application was received by their university.

Note: The NRF does not fund postgraduate diplomas, courses or certificates, or any part-time studies.

21/09/2026

21/09/2026

🔔 🔔 Congratulations, Dr Rudzani Nedombeloni!

ASSAf congratulates Dr Nedombeloni, Programme Officer: Climate Change, Environment and Energy, on obtaining her PhD.

Balancing full-time work with doctoral studies is a remarkable achievement. We celebrate this milestone and commend her dedication to advancing science and knowledge.

Well done, Dr Nedombeloni! 👏🎓

17/09/2026

It's that time again for SANSA's exciting annual Open Day! Don't miss out on fun and lots of learning at our upcoming Open Day on 3 October 2026, from 09:00–14:00. Adults and kids are all welcome!

15/09/2026

It is that time of the year again! We celebrate 2026. The theme this year is 'Peer Review Capacity: Volume, Speed, and Quality'. Click here https://buff.ly/dpoE6Q2 to see events and activities planned around the globe.