As the year ends, I’m reflecting on a significant challenge I faced just before the completion of my PhD because I had ideas I wanted to implement. However, the national funder would only fund projects they approved of, which did not particularly interest me. What I wanted to achieve with my PhD had never been…
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Dr Kolisa Sinyanya Represents Ulwazi at the South African Parliament’s Inaugural Weekly Committee Cluster Media Briefing
I had the pleasure of representing Ulwazi Scientific Communications and STEM Research at the first-ever Weekly Committee Cluster Media Briefing in the South African Parliament. This landmark event united the leaders of four parliamentary oversight committees to underscore their commitment to financial accountability and governance excellence. The briefing marks a significant milestone in promoting transparency…
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…
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 