Women and Girls in Science

Dr Tafadzwa C. Maramura on confidence and mentorship in science

Women and Girls in Science
Dr Tafadzwa Clementine Maramura shares how overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing mentorship and advancing water governance research have shaped her journey as a woman in science and strengthened her commitment to sustainable, African-led solutions.
Women and Girls in Science

Dr Hauwa Mohammed Sani on leadership and resilience in science

Women and Girls in Science
Dr Hauwa Mohammed Sani reflects on leadership, resilience and navigating research within patriarchal contexts, and why women’s voices matter in shaping Africa’s scientific future.
Women and Girls in Science

Dr Getrude Njokwe on curiosity, resilience and belonging in science

Women and Girls in Science
Dr Getrude Njokwe reflects on her journey in science and the importance of resilience and support for women and girls in STEM.

Working hand in hand for food system transformation for a better future

To commemorate World Food Day 2025, the FAR-LeaF Food Security Cluster will host a virtual panel on 16 October, bringing together African experts to explore how biophysical and social innovations can work together to transform agrifood systems for sustainability and equity.

Future Africa welcomes UNU REACH-AFRICA Hub – A first for the continent

Future Africa at the University of Pretoria is proud to host the first United Nations University (UNU) Hub in Africa and the Global South. The UNU Hub will drive solutions to climate, agriculture, environment, and health challenges through African-led collaboration.

Ambassador Delphine O discusses feminist foreign policy at Future Africa

Future Africa recently hosted Ambassador Delphine O, Ambassador-at-large and Secretary-General of the Generation Equality Forum at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for a guest lecture on the relevance of Feminist Foreign Policy (FFP) in today’s global and digital context.

Future Africa UP hosts art residency on bats and human–animal connection

Future Africa at the University of Pretoria (UP) welcomes its first artist-in-residence, Dr Nicola Grobler, whose work explores bats through the intersecting lenses of art, philosophy, science, and public engagement.

Dialogue on the Complexity of Transdisciplinary Research

On 22 October 2024, Future Africa hosted the fourth instalment of its Transdisciplinary (TD) Dialogue series, titled Complexity in Transdisciplinary Research: Creativity, Serendipity, and the Future of Academia...

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