South Africa-China Young Scientist Symposium
As we celebrate Youth Month in June, the Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa, in partnership with the Chinese Embassy in South Africa, invites you to attend the South Africa-China Young Scientist Symposium under the theme, “Youth, Science, Unity for Good”. His Excellency Minister Nzimande and His Excellency Chinese Ambassador Wu Peng will be in attendance and will deliver congratulatory remarks.
Through experience sharing and discussions among young scientists from both countries, participants will gain deeper insight into the South Africa-China Young Scientist Exchange Program (YSEP), the Talented Young Scientist Program (TYSP), the South Africa-China Joint Research Programme, and other collaborative initiatives. The event will also explore the role of youth and science in addressing the opportunities and challenges of a changing world.
Date: Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Time: 09:30 to 13:00
Venue: Amber Room, CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria
PROGRAMME
| Guests of honour: | HE Minister Prof. Blade Nzimande HE Chinese Ambassador Mr Wu Peng |
| Programme director: | Ms Anneline Morgan, Chief Director: Bilateral Collaboration, DSTI |
| Congratulatory remarks: | Minister Nzimande and Ambassador Wu |
| Anthems: | Playing of the South African and Chinese national anthems |
| Address: | Dr Thulani Dlamini, CSIR CEO |
| Experience sharing: | Presentations by South African and Chinese young scientists |
| Panel discussion: | The Role of Youth and Support Mechanisms in South Africa-China STI Collaboration |
| Photograph: | Group photograph |
| Closing: | Closing remarks followed by a networking luncheon |
Please note that seating is limited, and registration will close once 120 participants have registered.