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To realise a scientifically literate African citizenry driven and powered by its ownership of scientific knowledge.

Cape Town, South Africa
Joined February 2019
African Gong Congratulates the participants of its Flagship Programme #AfricaScientifique: #Leadership, Knowledge & Skills for #SciComm delivered with @AIMSacza for young & emerging researchers in Mathematical Sciences from @MySPU, @ufh1916 @CPUT, @UNIZULUongoye in SA.
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Particular recognition for the Recipients of the African Gong Excellence Awards – Ignatia Khabo (UFH) & Mr Alfred Monene (SPU). Appreciation of Dr @GavhiRejoyce and her team of engaged volunteers at @AIMSacza. #SciComm #MathsinAfrica @AScientique2026
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Grateful recognition to @AkanOdon for his inspiring Keynote on the first day of the workshop. We also appreciate the support of Lead Academics from the participating universities. #amacajolers #SciComm #MathsinAfrica
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African Gong retweeted
That’s a wrap for Phase 2 of #AfricaScientifique2026 at @AIMSacza. From theory to practice, participants are now equipped to take mathematical sciences beyond the lecture halls. Next phase → real-world impact in communities 🚀 #SciComm #MathsInAfrica #Leadership @GongAfrican
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African Gong retweeted
Day 2 of #AfricaScientifique2026 -  We’re kept the momentum going! Day 2’s sessions took participants on an empowering journey from science communication for societal benefit to science communication for professional development. @AIMSacza @AIMShouseofscience @GongAfrican
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African Gong retweeted
STEM degrees alone are not enough for the next generation of African scholars and innovators. They must also master science communication. @AIMSacza & @GongAfrican visited @CPUT to launch Phase 1 of #AfricaScientifique2026 #SciComm #MathsInAfrica
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African Gong retweeted
#AScientifique2026 Phase 2 is underway at @AIMSacza Honours & Master’s students from UFH, SPU, UNIZULU & CPUT are exploring Afrocentric #SciComm and leadership in mathematical sciences. #AScientifique2026 #Scicomm #MathsInAfrica @AIMShouseofscience @GongAfrican
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African Gong Congratulates the participants of its Flagship Programme, Africa Scientifique: #Leadership, Knowledge & Skills for Science Communication delivered in collaboration with @AIMSacza for its @MastercardFdn Scholars. #SciComm #MathsinAfrica @AfricaScientique2026
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Particular recognition for the Recipients of the African Gong Excellence Awards – Ms. Thulisile Nkabinde & Mr. Prince Anani. Appreciation of Dr. Rejoyce Gavhi-Molefe and her team of engaged volunteers, at AIMS South Africa. #SciComm #MathsinAfrica @ananip993 @GavhiRejoyce
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African Gong retweeted
The 2026 Africa Scientifique Programme has launched at @AIMSacza. Empowering young African mathematicians & researchers with communication, leadership & career-readiness skills in partnership with @MastercardFdn. Read more lnkd.in/dQ_rqSez
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African Gong retweeted
Day 2 of #AfricaScientifique2026 — momentum continues! From science communication for societal impact to career growth, we explored how #SciComm drives leadership, employability & professional development 🌍Grateful to our inspiring AIMS alumni panellists for sharing insights.
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African Gong retweeted
Participants in the first #AfricaScientifique2026 Workshop wrapped up an inspiring 3-days @AIMSacza From theory to practice, @MastercardFdn Scholars strengthened their ability to communicate with clarity & purpose. Next: applying these skills to real community challenges.
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African Gong retweeted
Day 1 of #AfricaScientifique2026 Phase 2 is underway @AIMSacza in partnership with @GongAfrican @MastercardFdn Scholars are building skills in Afrocentric science communication, storytelling & public engagement in mathematical sciences. Let the journey begin!
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“This book articulately describes the need to overhaul mindsets, themes, common language and perspectives that work to perpetuate Eurocentrism within science communication.” Craig Smith, Museum Association Journal @GongAfrican ow.ly/9C8b50XMBOH
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WAFIRA has been designed to advance the education, research/career progression & global ambitions of African #WomenInSTEM. It also seeks to engender progressive allyship in their male peers so that are enrolled as agents of change & transformation for Women’s advancement in STEM
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African Gong wishes to commend the partnership working with @AIMSacza for the delivery of the WAFIRA programme, in particular, the leadership & coordination role of Dr. @GavhiRejoyce, the AIMS-House of Science Manager, & her team of able @AIMSacza student volunteers.
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African Gong has delivered the 3rd WAFIRA Workshop (30th Oct-1st Nov 2025) in partnership with @AIMSacza for 40 female and 22 male young/emerging scholars & researchers (in mathematical sciences fields) from @SMU_SA @UWConline @unisa @iThembaLABSCape @AIMSacza #WomenInSTEM 1/3 nitter.cf/GongAfrican/status/199…
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Elizabeth Rasekoala, editor of 'Race and Sociocultural Inclusion in Science Communication', joins #CivicSciTVAfrica to discuss #Decolonising science, Afrocentric approaches, and building equity and trust in science communication. @GongAfrican @clarewilk4 youtube.com/watch?v=t9E4i5VA…
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Day 1 of Advancing Women in Mathematical Sciences Workshop is in full swing @AIMSacza! Huge thanks to our inspiring speakers and facilitators #WAFIRASA3 #WomeninSTEM #mathsinAfrica #leadership #GenderinSTEM @AIMShouseofscience @GongAfrican
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