NRF-SARAO Hosts “Astronomy for Sustainable Development” Session at the 2024 Science Forum South Africa

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Join us on 6 December 2024 for a groundbreaking session on how astronomy drives sustainable development and promotes socio-economic progress locally and globally.

📍 Venue: CSIR ICC (Emerald)
⏰ Time: 09:00 – 10:15

🎤 Special Highlight: Hear from Ms. Pontsho Maruping, Managing Director of NRF-SARAO, as she shares insights on leveraging indigenous knowledge and cutting-edge astronomy to transform communities and boost economic growth.

This session will explore:
✨ The intersection of astronomy and indigenous knowledge in astrotourism and youth development.
🌍 How the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) and Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) serve as catalysts for sustainable development.
📈 The economic potential of astrotourism and its role in community upliftment.
🤝 Collaborative efforts among NRF-SARAO, SAAO, OAD, and the Department of Tourism to create lasting impact.

📌 Moderated by:

Dr. Joyful Mdhluli (OAD)
Dr. Anton Binneman (NRF-SARAO)

📌 Speakers include:

Ms. Pontsho Maruping (NRF-SARAO)
Dr. Rosalind Skelton (NRF-SARAO)
Mr. Kevin Govender (OAD)
Dr. Laeticia Jacobs (Department of Tourism)
Ms. Kalnisha Signh (KD Strategies)

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how astronomy is shaping a sustainable future while empowering local communities. Let’s harness the power of the stars to create a brighter tomorrow!

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