Science Communication Discussion and Bootcamp Webinar – Tuesday, 14 July 2026 at 09h00

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The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory cordially invites all NRF and SKAO staff to attend a science communication discussion and bootcamp.

Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026
Time: 09h00 – 11h00 SAST
Venue: Online (https://ska.zoom.us/j/3134376742)

Session 1
Science Communication as a Strategic Imperative for Big Science – Panel Discussion

Panel
PONTSHO MARUPING (MD: NRF-SARAO)
PROF. JESSICA DEMPSEY (DG: SKAO)
DR MAMOELETSI MOSIA (MD: NRF-SAASTA)
MODERATOR: MILISA KENTANE

Session 2
Science Communication Bootcamp

• The role of Communication in Science Diplomacy – Hunadi Mokgalaka – SDCfA (Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa)

• Translating Complexity – Akashni Latchanna (Freelance Journalist)

• Storytelling & Narrative Building – Milisa Kentane (SARAO)

• Innovation & Tools for Science Communication – Robert Inglis (Jive Media)

RSVP by Monday, 13 July 2026 on: https://forms.gle/KovpkHYKkUKo1CuE9 or events@sarao.ac.za

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