Southern African Association of Geomorphologists

13/07/2026

SAAG Member Publication Spotlight!

We are pleased to highlight a publication made earlier in the year by SAAG member Jay le Roux from the University of the Free State.
His article, titled "Soil erosion risk modelling in the Limpopo River Basin, crossing borders and mountains in Southern Africa," was published in Transactions of the Royal Society of South Africa (Taylor & Francis) in February 2026.

Link to article: https://doi.org/10.1080/0035919X.2026.2622701
Congratulations to the author on this important contribution to soil erosion and water resource research!

Soil erosion represents a significant yet often underrecognised threat to water management in southern Africa, particularly within water source areas located in mountainous regions such as the Limp...

30/04/2026

SAAG Member Publication Spotlight!

We are pleased to highlight a recent publication by a SAAG member Edmore Kori from the University of Venda, together with C. Schoorl and A.C. Seijmonsbergen from University of Amsterdam.

Their article, titled “Application of geomorphons for geomorphological mapping of the Soutpansberg mountain range, South Africa”, has been published in the Journal of African Earth Sciences.

Link to article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafrearsci.2026.106172
Congratulations to the authors on this important contribution to geomorphological research!

13/04/2026

The South African Association of Geomorphologists (SAAG) extends its congratulations to Prof Jasper Knight, a valued SAAG member and professor at the University of the Witwatersrand, on his election as one of the Vice Presidents of the International Association of Geomorphologists Executive Committee for the 2026–2030 term.

This is a significant achievement and a testament to his outstanding contribution to the field of geomorphology. It is also encouraging to see strong representation from South Africa at this international level.

We wish him every success in this important role.

IAG’s Executive Committee:

Geomorphology is the Interdisciplinary and Systematic Study of Landforms, their Landscapes and the Earth Surface Processes that create and change them

09/04/2026

Call for Public Comment: Natural Scientific Professions Bill (2026)

The Natural Scientific Professions Bill has been published for public comment in Government Gazette No. 7235 (16 March 2026).

Comments can be submitted to the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) within 60 days of publication.
Deadline is the 15 May 2026.

Access the Gazette: https://www.gpwonline.co.za/government-gazettes-4/
(Document reference: 54325 16-3 ScienceTechInnovation)

We encourage all members and stakeholders to review and contribute.

2025-2028

24/07/2025

07/06/2025

We're excited to announce our special post-conference workshop on July 18! Dive into the fascinating theme of "Voices of the Landscape" with us. Don't miss out! More info here: https://wix.to/FzO2HsW

Join us for a special post-conference workshop on 18 July. This year, we're delving into the captivating theme of "Voices of the Landscape", an engaging workshop designed to gather diverse perspectives. Remember to mark your calendars, as the registration deadline is 15 June. Register here! You can....

05/06/2025

🌍 Are you ready to make a difference? Join our Council for the 2025-2027 term and help shape the future of geomorphology! 🚀 Nominate yourself today: https://wix.to/ZFn93ps

Are you passionate about geomorphology and eager to make an impact? We encourage you to nominate yourself, as your skills and enthusiasm would be invaluable! Alternatively, if you know someone ideal for a role who has expressed interest, you can nominate them as well. Even current Council members ar...