Author Archives: Nombali Qodi

The AfNWA-ISP 2024 Prof. Carolina Odman-Govender Early-Career Award for Women in Astronomy in Africa

Dr.  Jamila Chouqar Dr. Jamila Chouqar is an assistant professor at Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakech, Morocco, specializing in exoplanetary science. She earned her PhD in astrophysics from Cadi Ayyad University, focusing on the characterization of exoplanetary atmospheres. She later joined the ExoTIC Research Group at Liège University as a postdoctoral fellow, where she contributed […]

Call for #Astronomy2024 Legacy Ambassadors

Inspire the Future of Astronomy and STEM in South Africa! We are seeking individuals based in South Africa who are fascinated by the wonders of astronomy and STEM to volunteer for an inspiring initiative rooted in the legacy of the 2024 International Astronomical Union General Assembly (IAU-GA)—the first ever held in Africa. As part of […]

CALL FOR REGISTRATION AND ABSTRACTS

**EXTENDED DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 15 JANUARY 2025** African Planetarium Association Biannual Workshop  in conjunction with the 5th Annual Conference of the African Astronomical Society 22 – 23 March 2025, Johannesburg, South Africa This is a call for registration and the submission of abstracts for the next African Planetarium Association (APA) Biannual Workshop, to be held in conjunction with […]

Nominations for the Women in Astronomy in Africa Award 2024

The African Network of Women in Astronomy (AfNWA) is inviting nominations for the 2024 Women in Astronomy in Africa awards. AfNWA is a sub-committee of the African Astronomical Society (AfAS) and is collaborating with the International Science Programme (ISP), Uppsala University, Sweden. The awards aim to recognize and support the scientific achievements and contributions of […]

Join the AfAS-2025 DATA SCIENCE HACKATHON!

Are you ready to innovate and tackle astronomical challenges using data science? As part of the African Astronomical Society (AfAS) Conference and General Assembly 2025, we are excited to host the AfAS-2025 Data Science Hackathon under the theme “Connecting Astronomy in Africa: A Pathway to Growth.” This hackathon will offer participants the chance to experience […]

CALL FOR BIDS TO HOST THE AFRICAN ASTRONOMICALSOCIETY (AfAS) ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN 2026 

The African Astronomical Society (AfAS) invites bids from institutions on the African continent to host the AfAS Annual Conference in 2026. Institutions within South Africa are not eligible to submit a bid under this call. This prestigious event provides a platform for the African astronomical community to showcase research, foster collaboration, and promote the advancement […]

CALL FOR BIDS TO HOST THE AFRICAN ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY (AfAS) ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA IN 2027

The African Astronomical Society (AfAS) invites bids from institutions in South  Africa to host the AfAS Annual Conference in 2027. This prestigious event provides a platform for the African astronomy community to showcase research, foster collaboration, and promote the advancement of astronomy across the continent and beyond. Conference Objectives: Host Institution Responsibilities: The selected host […]

Starlit Creations: Winners of the Beauty of Astronomy Competition

The “The Beauty of Astronomy” online art competition, a collaborative effort between the International Astronomical Union General Assembly 2024 (IAU GA), the African Astronomical Society (AfAS), the University of Western Cape, the University of the North West, the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory, Square Kilometre Array Observatory, IDIA, Iziko Museums of South Africa, Standard Bank, […]

AFAS-2024 SEED RESEARCH GRANT: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS GUIDELINES APPLICATION DEADLINE: 25 December 2024 The African Astronomical Society (AfAS) is the primary pan-African professional society representing astronomers from across the continent. AfAS aims to create and support a globally competitive and collaborative astronomy community in Africa and to be the voice of astronomy in Africa while contributing to addressing the economic […]

AfAS 2024 MSc and PhD Prizes

Application deadline: 25 December 2024  The African Astronomical Society (AfAS) is the primary pan-African professional society representing astronomers from across the continent. AfAS aims to create and support a globally competitive and collaborative astronomy community in Africa and to be the voice of astronomy in the continent while contributing to addressing the challenges faced by […]