I had the opportunity to participate in the ASSAf–Leopoldina Workshop on Climate Change and Mental Health: Comparative Risk Pathways, Vulnerability, and Resilience, held in Pretoria, South Africa. Jointly hosted by the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) and the German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina, the workshop brought together researchers from different disciplines to…
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Ocean Science Meets Aviation: My Reflections on Aviation Indaba 2026
I was invited to participate as a panelist at Aviation Indaba 2026, scheduled for 20- 21 August at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg. While the Indaba was ultimately postponed just two days before it was due to begin, the invitation opened an interesting professional conversation for me: what does an ocean scientist have to…
Dr Kolisa Sinyanya Making Waves at TIPS Forum 2025
Last week, I boarded a flight with a suitcase full of slides, anticipation, and a dream to spark new conversations. I was headed to the TIPS Annual Forum 2025, where I’d been invited to present my paper: “Building Skills for Blue Industrialisation: Addressing Education and Training Gaps in Africa’s Coastal Economies.” I knew the topic…
Dr Kolisa Yola Sinyanya is Officially in the Running for the Nature Inspiring Women in Science: Science Outreach Award 🌍✨
It’s official, I’m in the running for the Nature Inspiring Women in Science: Science Outreach Award! Just writing that feels surreal!!! It’s Nature! Even at this stage, being recognised by Nature, one of the most prestigious scientific platforms globally, is a deeply affirming moment for me and everything I’ve poured into science communication, education, and outreach. This…
