Southern African Association of Geomorphologists

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!

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:

Executive Committee – IAG – International Association of Geomorphologists Geomorphology is the Interdisciplinary and Systematic Study of Landforms, their Landscapes and the Earth Surface Processes that create and change them

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.

Government Gazettes - GPW 2025-2028

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 our Voices of the Landscape workshop 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....

🌍 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

Join our Council for the 2025-2027 term 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...

Join us for the SAAG BGM on July 17, 2025! Nominations for new Council members are open until June 30. Don’t miss your chance to be involved! More info here: https://wix.to/mYlTxtc

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We are thrilled to announce the recipients of the IAG travel grant! Congratulations to Celani Mabuza from Eswatini and Musasa Tatenda from Zimbabwe for being selected. Their hard work and dedication to geomorphology have truly paid off! Read more here: https://wix.to/boCIkv3

Recipients of the IAG travel grant announced It is with pleasure that we can announce that Celani Mabuza from Eswatini and Musasa Tatenda from Zimbabwe were selected as the recipients of the 300 Euro IAG travel grant to attend our upcoming conference. IF you have not already done so, register for the conference here.