Dec
The African Network of Women in Astronomy (AfNWA) is inviting nominations for the 2025 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 …
Dec
AfAS 2025 MSc and PhD Prizes Application deadline: 25 December 2025 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 on the continent while contributing …
Dec
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS GUIDELINES APPLICATION DEADLINE: 25 December 2025 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 …
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The AfNWA-ISP 2024 Prof. Carolina Odman-Govender Early-Career Award for Women in Astronomy in Africa
Mar
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 …
Feb
The African Network of Women in Astronomy (AfNWA) is seeking National Points of Contact (NPOCs) to represent and promote its mission across Africa! This initiative aims to enhance the representation of African women in astronomy and STEM fields. As an AfNWA-NPOC, you will serve as a representative of AfNWA in your country, coordinating local activities, …
Jan
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 …
Jan
**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 …