Ambassadors Profiles

These are the IAU-GA Legacy project Ambassadors who were instrumental in the TV distribution:

Fezile F. Khoza

South African Astronomical Observatory

Fezile Fortune Khoza is an Advanced Diploma student in Mathematical Sciences at CPUT and an intern in the Science Engagement Department at SAAO. She is passionate about mathematics, programming, and astronomy, with a strong commitment to making science fun and accessible.

Simphiwe Madlanga

South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

Simphiwe Madlanga is a Development Practitioner and Coordinator: Science Engagement at SARAO with over 13 years in the National System of Innovation. Recognised in Mail & Guardian Top 200 and awarded the Chevening Scholarship.

Moloko Makwetja

African Astronomical Society

Moloko Makwetja is the Education, Outreach, and Membership Officer at AfAS, promoting astronomy across Africa through engagement, outreach, and communications.

Dimakatso Maheso

North West University

PhD candidate and lecturer specialising in high-energy astrophysics. Software Carpentry instructor and STEM advocate.

Chantel Mathison

South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

Professional Officer managing STEM initiatives, robotics competitions, and teacher development in the Northern Cape.

Khanyisa Prenitia Maswanganyi

Letaba TVET College

Electrical Engineering graduate and Ambassador focused on skills development and community engagement.

Gordon Ramano

Tshwane University of Technology

Science communicator promoting STEM accessibility in underserved communities.

Sandile Rikhotso

University of Limpopo Science Centre

Lab Technician and Coordinator with 15 years in science engagement and outreach leadership.

Odwa Magabuko

South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

Programme Coordinator advancing robotics and STEM education in Northern Cape schools.

Keorapetse Matsheliso

Matsheliso Science Institute

Executive Director leading STEM initiatives and participating in NASA Space Apps Challenge.

Theophilus Matsepane

University of Pretoria

Astrophysics researcher specialising in VLBI and faint radio emissions.

Thabiso Sibiya

University of Pretoria, Sci-Enza

Physics graduate and STEM advocate from KwaZulu-Natal.

Koketso Vincent Mophahlane

Rhodes University

PhD candidate researching galaxy evolution using multiwavelength data.

Tabitha Alango

University of South Africa

PhD candidate and National Astronomy Education Coordinator passionate about rural STEM mentorship.

Beatrice P. Mkhize

University of Limpopo

Science communicator with expertise in outreach and molecular sciences.

Mbali Khanyisile Mayisela

Walter Sisulu University

Final-year BSc student in Physics and Mathematics with strong interest in astrophysics and coding outreach.

Dorothy Mlambo

University of South Africa

STEM education leader expanding science access in underserved communities.

Sipho Molefe

South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

Electrical technologist and telescope operator passionate about renewable energy and STEM outreach.

Reshoketswe Thobejane

University of Cape Town

PhD candidate focusing on galaxy evolution and astronomy outreach.

Lebogang Seabelo

North-West University Science Centre

Projects coordinator designing hands-on and digital science engagement experiences.

Mogomotsi Moeng

North-West University

Senior Administrative Officer supporting coding and robotics engagement programmes.

Obakeng Molwele

North-West University Science Centre

Projects Coordinator translating scientific vision into engaging public exhibits.

Thuto Ndlovu

Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI)

Astronomy Policy Researcher pursuing MSc in Applied Mathematics (Astronomy) at UKZN, focusing on transient objects and circumstellar discs.