On 30 October 2026, the NRF-South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity (NRF-SAIAB) Wellness Committee invited the Makhanda community to participate in its second annual Pink Walk. The event aimed to raise cancer awareness, advocate for healthy living and demonstrate solidarity...

By Shulami Ntsoeu, Nozipho Hambaze, Dr Lucienne Human, Dr Nokubonga Mbandzi-Phorego, Prof. Francesca Porri A group of Grade 11 learners from Bethelsdorp, Motherwell and Ndzondelelo High Schools recently spent three days scientifically exploring the Swartkops Estuary, Eastern Cape, taking part...

The NRF- South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity (NRF-SAIAB) recently hosted a science communication workshop facilitated by Jive Africa, bringing together researchers and science communicators to explore effective approaches to communicate scientific knowledge and new research findings to diverse audiences....

After decades of sharing science beyond the laboratory and research community, NRF-SAIAB’s Honorary Research Associate and former Director of SAIAB (1982–1994) Professor Mike Bruton has been recognised with the National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) Science Communicator Award. The award...

By Siyamthanda Ndinisa Community members, school learners, researchers and other stakeholders gathered at Lily Chalets in Port St Johns on Monday, 31 August, for a workshop exploring the cultural, environmental and scientific importance of sacred freshwater systems and the threats...

From 5 to 6 March 2026, NRF-SAIAB saw a total of 43 researchers, marine managers, students and collaborators working with Baited Remote Underwater Video systems (BRUVs) coming together for the SA BRUVs Network Meeting, a gathering that was aimed at...

Short Report: ICM Lekgotla 2025 – Day 2 Panel on Nature-Based Solutions By Professor Francesca Porri The Integrated Coastal Management Lekgotla 2025, hosted by the DFFE, took place at the East London IDZ from 24-26 November 2025, centred around the...