Meet Prof Sudesh Sivarasu, winner of the Engineering Research Capacity Development Award at the 2026 NSTF-South32 Awards. He received this prestigious award for his contribution to closing the gap between African clinical needs and globally competitive medical device technology, helping to build biomedical engineering capacity in Africa. Read more about his award-winning story: nstf.org.za/2026/10/20/prof-… @UCT_news @NRF_News @South_32 #NSTFAwards #EngineeringResearch #BiomedicalEngineering #MedicalDevices #HealthInnovation

Join the NSTF and connect with a powerful, multi-stakeholder network shaping South Africa’s SET landscape. Membership opens the door to valuable connections, influential Discussion Forums and opportunities to help drive conversations on policy, innovation and the future of the sector. Discover the benefits of NSTF membership and join today: nstf.org.za/why-become-a-mem… #SET #Science #Technology #Engineering #Innovation #Collaboration #STEMNetwork

The NSTF-South32 Awards, known as the ‘Science Oscars’ of South Africa, celebrate outstanding contributions to science, engineering, technology and innovation. Take a look back at past award ceremony and celebrate the achievements of South Africa’s SET community. nstf.org.za/2026/07/16/2025-… @South_32 #NSTFAwards #Science #Engineering #Technology #Innovation

[Highlights] On 22 September 2026, the NSTF Share & Dare Programme showcased @STEMulator1 at the @MathsFoundation Nkangala District STEM Fair & Community Engagement Expo at Witbank High School. View the photos and learn more about Share’n Dare: nstf.org.za/2026/09/22/samf-… #STEM #Science #Technology #Engineering #Mathematics #YouthOutreach

Nuclear power: Meeting Africa’s and AI’s energy demands Prof Bismark Tyobeka, principal and vice-chancellor of @theNWU, shares his perspective on how nuclear energy and artificial intelligence (AI) could help address Africa’s energy challenges and meet growing energy demands. Read the full opinion piece: nstf.org.za/wp-content/uploa… #Science #Technology #NuclearEnergy #ArtificialIntelligence #Energy #Innovation

People in SET: Celebrating South Africa’s talent! Meet the scientists, engineers, educators and other professionals making a difference in South Africa. From protecting honey from fraud and advancing sailplane engineering to improving healthcare and inspiring future generations, their stories highlight the impact of science, engineering and technology (SET). Read more inspiring stories in the September NSTF eNews: nstf.org.za/wp-content/uploa… #PeopleInSET #Science #Engineering #Technology #Innovation

[Explore a career] What does a career in biomedical engineering look like? Explore biomedical engineering and many other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers through the NSTF’s Science-Based Careers resources: nstf.org.za/wp-content/uploa… @STEMulator1 #STEMCareerWednesday #STEMCareers #BiomedicalEngineering #Engineering #Science #Technology #CareerExploration

The NSTF Bursary Fund aims to supports deserving students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), including once-off top-up funding to help students continue their studies. Partner with us to turn potential into progress. Contribute to the NSTF Bursary Fund today: comms.evlink9.net/public/lan… #NSTFBursaryFund #InvestInSTEM #STEMEducation #YouthInSTEM #Science #Engineering #StudentSupport #FutureScientists

Looking for funding to pursue your studies in STEM? Visit the NSTF Bursary Directory for available bursaries in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM): nstf.org.za/available-bursar… #STEM #Bursaries #Education #Science #Technology #Engineering #Mathematics

proSET: Connecting professional bodies in SET proSET (Professionals in science, engineering and technology) is an NSTF sector representing more than 50 professional bodies and learned societies. It promotes collaboration, supports improved SET education and raises the profile of SET practitioners. Read the proSET members’ booklet to discover the organisations contributing to South Africa’s SET landscape: nstf.org.za/wp-content/uploa… #STEM #Science #Engineering #Technology #ProfessionalBodies #LearnedSocieties #Collaboration

Roadshow to the Eastern Cape, 31 August to 4 September! From 31 August to 4 September, NSTF Executive Director Ms Jansie Niehaus and Chief Operations Officer Ms Wilna Eksteen, visited more than 11 institutions and organisations across the Eastern Cape. The tour aimed to strengthen existing relationships, establish new partnerships and connect with NSTF-South32 Awards winners within the province’s science, engineering, technology and innovation community. View the photos and read more about the tour on our website: nstf.org.za/2026/09/04/roads… @South_32 #StakeholderEngagement #ScienceAndTechnology #ScienceEngineeringAndTechnology #SET #Innovation #ResearchAndDevelopment #HigherEducation #Research #Partnerships #SouthAfricanScience #ScienceOutreach #ScienceForDevelopment

Taking science to schools and communities! @STEMulator1 and the NSTF Share & Dare Programme were showcased to approximately 206 Grade 8 learners at Bryanston High School. The engagement introduced learners to STEM subjects, careers and educational opportunities in an interactive and engaging way. Learn more about Share’n Dare: nstf.org.za/share-dare/ #ShareAndDare #STEMEducation #STEMCareers #STEMLearning #YouthInSTEM #STEMOutreach #ScienceEducation #Technology #Engineering #Mathematics #CareerGuidance #LearnerSupport

Award-winning scientist Prof Liza Korsten on World Food Day Join the NSTF in partnership with @SciBono for a Speak to a Scientist webinar tomorrow, 16 October 2026 at 11:00. Prof Liza Korsten, 2025 Lifetime Award winner at the NSTF-South32 Awards, will share insights into her career, research and experiences in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), highlighting the role of science in building sustainable and secure food systems. Register to join the webinar: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… @South_32 #WorldFoodDay #NSTFAwards #STEM #Science #FoodSecurity #SpeakToAScientist

Upcoming Discussion Forum: Healthy Ageing Healthy Ageing, the NSTF’s theme for 2026, is aligned with the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing. The Discussion Forum will take place on 11–12 November 2026. For more information, visit the events page: nstf.org.za/2026/09/11/healt… #HealthyAgeing #Science #Technology #HealthResearch #PublicHealth #STEM #SouthAfricanScience #WellbeingForAll #ScientificResearch

Meet Nyakallo Junior Hlakoane, a 2026 NSTF Brilliants student from Teto Secondary School in Thabong, Welkom. Nyakallo is studying for a BSc in Computer Science, Data Science and Statistics at the @UCT_news. In his NSTF Brilliants video, Nyakallo shares his inspiration and aspirations for the future: youtube.com/watch?v=LcdZyZrH… Read his story and discover where STEM can take you: nstf.org.za/2026/09/21/nyaka… @dstigovza @SACNASP #NSTFBrilliants #STEM #FutureProfessionals #Youth #Science #Technology #Mathematics #ComputerScience #DataScience #Statistics #ScienceCareers #Innovation

Meet Emma Caroline Booyens, a 2026 NSTF Brilliants student from Clarendon High School for Girls in East London. Emma is studying medicine at @StellenboschUni. In her NSTF Brilliants video, Emma shares her inspiration and hopes for the future: youtube.com/watch?v=pfwqKEXu… Read her story and discover where STEM can take you: nstf.org.za/2026/09/21/emma-… @dstigovza @SACNASP #NSTFBrilliants #STEM #FutureProfessionals #Youth #Science #Technology #Mathematics #ScienceCareers #FutureDoctors #Healthcare #Education #Equality

Meet our 2026 Researcher Award winner, Prof Topside Mathonsi. He is one of two recipients of the TW Kambule-NSTF Emerging Researcher Award at the 2026 NSTF-South32 Awards. Prof Mathonsi is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Information Technology at @Official_TUT. Read more about his award-winning story, published by media sponsor Mail & Guardian: nstf.org.za/2026/09/17/prof-… @South_32 #NSTFAwards #EmergingResearcher #ArtificialIntelligence #InternetOfThings #SmartTechnology #Innovation #Science #Technology #ResearchExcellence #SouthAfricanResearch