My groundbreaking PhD research, Wintertime Productivity and Carbon Export Potential Across the Agulhas Current System opens new doors in climate science and oceanography. By focusing on the Agulhas Current, one of the world’s most dynamic ocean systems, my work provides critical insights into how the Indian Ocean influences the global carbon cycle. What makes this…
Month: October 2024
Elected to Lead the Biodiversity Team at the Galway Statement 10-Year Anniversary in Ireland, Galway
During my birth month and a few months before submitting my PhD, I had the incredible opportunity to serve as a team leader at the 10-year anniversary of the Galway Statement in Galway, Ireland. This gathering brought together ocean researchers, policy makers, and advocates from across the Atlantic, each with a shared vision of creating…
Dr Kolisa Yola Sinyanya Wins Prestigious SAIMI Imbokodo in Maritime Pioneer in Research and Innovation Award
I am incredibly honoured to share that I have been awarded the Imbokodo in Maritime Pioneer in Research and Innovation award by the South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI). This recognition came as a huge surprise — not only did I not know that I had been nominated, but I wasn’t even aware that the…
My CNN Feature: Breaking New Ground as a South African Scientist
During my PhD, as I was deep in research, I was contacted by CNN producers who were referred to me by my late friend and colleague, Ndoni Mchunu. I had the incredible honour of being featured on CNN Inside Africa in a segment highlighting South African scientists breaking new ground. It was a surreal moment…
My Radio 702 Weekend Breakfast Show interview with Gugs Mhlungu.
This is one of my favourite radio interviews so far, and I do a lot of radio interviews! In an inspiring interview featured on Primedia Plus, 702 invited me to share my remarkable journey with renowned broadcaster Gugs Mhlungu. The conversation delved deep into my contributions to science, my passion for education, and my vision…
Dr Kolisa Sinyanya WON! Celebrating the Womandla Women in STEAM Award
I am still in awe as I sit down to write this. What a journey it has been! I am beyond thrilled to share with you that in August, which is International Women’s Month, I won the Womandla Women in STEAM Award! This is not just a personal victory but a win for every young…
Dr Kolisa Yola Sinyanya 