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11/09/2026

🏆 2026 HPW INTERVARSITY QUIZ CHAMPIONS 🌍🧠

A huge congratulations to Planetary Pioneers from North-West University for being crowned the 2026 HPW Intervarsity Quiz Champions! 🎉🏆

👩🏽‍💼 Team Leader: Isany Niemandt
👤 Members: Nimrod Grant, Deon Plaatjies, Kamosa Tau

Well done to the team for putting their knowledge to the test and coming out on top! 👏🏽🌍

10/09/2026

🥈 2ND RUNNER-UP
2026 HPW INTERVARSITY QUIZ

A huge congratulations to The Oceanic Space from Nelson Mandela University for securing 2nd Runner-Up in the 2026 HPW Intervarsity Quiz Competition! 🎉

👩🏽‍💼 Team Leader: Thandeka Sikhosana
👤 Team Member: Dinaledi Serakwane

The competition took place on 28–29 August 2026, bringing Planeteers together to put their knowledge to the test.

Well done, team! 👏🏽🌍

09/09/2026

🌱 September Webinar is here! 🫶🏽🫶🏽

Meet our first speaker, Dr Silindile Miya, a Senior Researcher in Seed Science and Technology at the Agricultural Research Council (ARC), specialising in seed quality, crop physiology, innovation, and agricultural productivity.

She is also an HPW18 alumna with experience in research, teaching, seed production, and agricultural entrepreneurship.

🎟️ Don’t forget to register and join us!

📅 17 September 2026
⏰ 19:00–21:00 CAT
💻 Microsoft Teams

07/09/2026

🌍🌱 SEPTEMBER WEBINAR IS HERE!

How can agriculture shape Africa’s future and strengthen food security?

Join the HPW PRC as we explore Agriculture, Food Security and Career Readiness in Africa ,from sustainable food systems to preparing young people for future careers.

📅 17 September 2026 | Thursday
⏰ 19:00–21:00 CAT
💻 Microsoft Teams

🎟️ Register now and join the conversation!

04/09/2026

Show us science through your eyes!

Entries for the Arts Meet Science Competition are officially open! 🌍

Have a creative way of communicating science? This is your chance to share your vision, showcase your ideas, and bring science to life.

📅 Entries open: 31 August 2026
⏳ Entries close: 31 October 2026

Whether you are a Planeteer, student, researcher or science enthusiast , we want to see your vision!

Get creative and submit your entry before the deadline. 🚀

27/08/2026

Let’s hear from Owen!

After attending HPW49, Owen shares why you should apply for the ACCESS Habitable Planet Online Programme.

Curious about Earth, science and what makes our planet habitable? This is your chance to be part of the journey.

⏳ Applications close 1 September — only 5 days left!

27/08/2026

Reminder 🫶🏽 applications closes in 5 days

📢 HPW REMINDER!

August and September are busy months for HPW, so here’s a reminder of some important upcoming dates and deadlines. 🗓️

🚨 Intervarsity Quiz registrations close THIS FRIDAY, 21 August!

Have you and your team registered yet? Don’t miss your chance to represent your university and compete for the 2026 HPW Intervarsity Quiz Championship! 🏆

Check the poster for the other important dates and deadlines, and make sure you don’t miss out!

21/08/2026

⏰ Reminder: HPW deadlines approaching—get involved in 2027 courses and upcoming events! -

With the year flying by, this is a quick reminder that several key HPW deadlines are fast approaching. There is still time for you to seize these fantastic opportunities to get involved, but make sure to submit your applications or register before the upcoming cut-offs!

18/08/2026

🌍 Hear from Lindiwe, an HPW49 Planeteer!

After experiencing the ACCESS Habitable Planet Workshop (HPW49) at UCT from 3–13 July, Lindiwe is sharing why the Habitable Planet Workshop (HPW) experience is one worth applying for. 🌱

Ready to begin your own journey? Applications for the next programme are closing soon!

Don’t wait until the deadline , apply and take the next step towards exploring Earth, science and sustainability with fellow Planeteers.

18/08/2026

🚨 Intervarsity Quiz registrations close THIS FRIDAY, 21 August!

Have you and your team registered yet? Don’t miss your chance to represent your university and compete for the 2026 HPW Intervarsity Quiz Championship! 🏆

🚨 The 2026 HPW Intervarsity Quiz is here! 🌍

One of the biggest highlights of being an HPW alumnus is back!

Gather your team, represent your university, and compete for the title of 2026 HPW Intervarsity Quiz Champions.

🏆 CSIR prize for the winning team
📅 Registrations close 21 August 2026

🔗 Register here:
https://forms.gle/BV7m4qkv4MXeknDa6