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Johannesburg Learners Showcase Science Innovations at Wits
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Johannesburg learners have showcased their science and innovation projects at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Regional Science Fair at Wits University.
The event brought together 387 learners who presented 289 projects across engineering, environmental studies, biomedical sciences and other fields.
A total of 295 medals were awarded, including 85 gold, 90 silver and 120 bronze.
Among the award recipients was Grade 6 learner Lethukuthula Nhlapho, who developed a solar-powered traffic light to help keep roads safer during power outages.
The event brought together 387 learners who presented 289 projects across engineering, environmental studies, biomedical sciences and other fields.
A total of 295 medals were awarded, including 85 gold, 90 silver and 120 bronze.
Among the award recipients was Grade 6 learner Lethukuthula Nhlapho, who developed a solar-powered traffic light to help keep roads safer during power outages.
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Women Scientists Honoured at 2026 Awards in Johannesburg
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The 2026 South African Women in Science Awards took place in Johannesburg yesterday, recognising women researchers and students in science, technology and innovation.
The awards honour both established and emerging scientists and promote greater participation by women in science.
The event is held under the theme, “Placing Women at the Centre of Science, Technology and Innovation.”
Science and Technology Minister Blade Nzimande says women have been left behind in science and need greater opportunities:
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The awards honour both established and emerging scientists and promote greater participation by women in science.
The event is held under the theme, “Placing Women at the Centre of Science, Technology and Innovation.”
Science and Technology Minister Blade Nzimande says women have been left behind in science and need greater opportunities:
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Fleurhof Women Gather for Support and Empowerment
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The Serve to Grow Foundation brought women at the Elizabeth Walk Safe Haven in Fleurhof together for a day of support and empowerment.
The event included dancing, an empowerment talk, gifts and a meal, with support from local businesses.
The safe haven supports women recovering from addiction and dealing with trauma through counselling, life skills and spiritual guidance.
The gathering gave the women an opportunity to feel supported and appreciated.
The event included dancing, an empowerment talk, gifts and a meal, with support from local businesses.
The safe haven supports women recovering from addiction and dealing with trauma through counselling, life skills and spiritual guidance.
The gathering gave the women an opportunity to feel supported and appreciated.
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The Rand is trading at 16.11 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,497.94 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 75,335.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.11 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,497.94 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 75,335.00.
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