Eskom Expo for Young Scientists @Exposcience

Congratulations to Hamzah Loonat from Hoërskool Middelburg in the Nkangala Region, who was awarded a Siemens Energy Higher Education Bursary at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), valued at R675 000. The full bursary enables the recipient to study towards a Bachelor of Science in Engineering at any South African university of their choice and includes tuition fees, textbooks, accommodation, meal allowances and a laptop. More winners: exposcience.co.za #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #SpecialAwards

Congratulations to Shalom Lasimu from Hoërskool Generaal Hertog in the Nkangala Region, who was awarded a Siemens Energy Higher Education Bursary at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), valued at R675 000. The full bursary enables the recipient to study towards a Bachelor of Science in Engineering at any South African university of their choice and includes tuition fees, textbooks, accommodation, meal allowances and a laptop. More winners: exposcience.co.za #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #SpecialAwards

We urge all the participants to engage with thier students counterparts in order to learn from like-minded young people. Part of the experience of the Finals is to see what scientific innovations and excellent projects are emerging from other young people. @Exposcience

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I hope that the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair has touched everyone throughout South Africa and world this year. The creativity and hard work coming from our youth are the cornerstones of the renaissance our country and continent needs so desperately.

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The achievements of South Africa’s young scientists took centre stage at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) Grand Awards Ceremony, where medal winners were recognised following an exciting week of research, judging and scientific exchange. Young scientists

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#Eskom #MediaStatement Young scientists triumph at the 2026 Eskom Expo International Science Fair @Exposcience

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The Minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Gwarube, has arrived at the Eskom Expo International Science Fair on the final day at Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre, where Eskom Expo Executive Director Parthy Chetty welcomes her. #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #ISF2026 #EducationZA #GovZAUpdates

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Congratulations to Namibia’s Guillermo Melando and Thobias Gabriel, who earned medals at the 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) in South Africa. Guillermo, from Oranjemund Private School, won a silver medal in Engineering for his project, “Opuntia Ficus-Indica to Biogas”, while Thobias, from Donatus Secondary School in Otjiwarongo, received a bronze medal in Agricultural Sciences for his “Solar Tracker Water Pump” project. The two young scientists earned the opportunity to participate at the ISF after winning at Namibia’s 2025 National Science Fair. Their participation was supported by the NamPower Foundation. Congratulations to Guillermo and Thobias on making Namibia proud on the international stage! #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #EskomExpo #YoungScientists #Namibia

Congratulations to Rudra Patel, a Grade 11 learner from UJ Academy Maths, Science and ICT School of Specialisation in Gauteng, who was named the 2026 Top Senior Scientist at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), receiving a R75 000 cash prize! His project, “Machine Learning Optimisation of Invasive Alien Plant Extracts as Sustainable Biostimulants for Crop Growth,” combined machine learning with laboratory experiments to investigate how different concentrations of Lantana camara extract affect wheat growth. Congratulations, Rudra, on this outstanding achievement! More winners: exposcience.co.za #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #GrandAwards #YoungScientists

Congratulations to Tshepisho Vuyo Nkosi, a Grade 11 learner from Zacheus Malaza Secondary in Mpumalanga, who received the Best Development School Award at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), with a R50 000 cash prize! His project, “Quantitative Heuristic Model for Determining Positional Advantage in the Morabaraba State Space,” used computational modelling to estimate positional advantage and predict outcomes in Morabaraba. Tested across approximately 230 board states, the research demonstrated the potential of computational modelling to analyse and digitally represent indigenous African strategy games. Congratulations, Tshepisho, on this outstanding achievement! More winners: exposcience.co.za #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #GrandAwards #YoungScientists

Congratulations to Denica Swartz, a Grade 8 learner from Eunice High School in the Free State, who was named the 2026 Top Junior Scientist at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), receiving a R50 000 cash prize! Her project, “Quantitative Evaluation of Lactic Acid as a Treatment for Eutrophic Pond Water,” investigated the potential of lactic acid to control excessive algal growth in eutrophic water. Her research recorded significant reductions in algal biomass while also identifying the ecological limitations associated with increased water acidity. Congratulations, Denica, on this remarkable achievement! More winners: exposcience.co.za #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #GrandAwards #YoungScientists

What began as questions, observations and ideas developed into award-winning research as the 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) concluded with young scientists receiving top honours and opportunities that could take their work far beyond the exhibition floor. Held at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre from 29 September to 2 October, the ISF brought together young scientists from across South Africa and abroad to present their research to judges, STEMI professionals and fellow participants. Read more: exposcience.co.za/young-scientis… #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF

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The achievements of South Africa’s young scientists took centre stage at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) Grand Awards Ceremony, where medal winners were recognised following an exciting week of research, judging and scientific exchange. Young scientists received Bronze, Silver and Gold medals, along with Highly Commended certificates for projects across the 13 Eskom Expo scientific categories, marking the culmination of months of research, testing, feedback and project development. Click here for medal winners: exposcience.co.za/medal-winners-… #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF

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#Eskom #MediaStatement From research to opportunity: Eskom Expo ISF opens doors for young scientists @Exposcience

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Congratulations to Rudra Patel, a Grade 11 learner from UJ Academy Maths, Science and ICT School of Specialisation in Gauteng, who was named the 2026 Top Senior Scientist at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), receiving a R75 000 cash prize! His project, “Machine Learning Optimisation of Invasive Alien Plant Extracts as Sustainable Biostimulants for Crop Growth,” combined machine learning with laboratory experiments to investigate how different concentrations of Lantana camara extract affect wheat growth. Congratulations, Rudra, on this outstanding achievement! #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #GrandAwards #YoungScientists #ISF2026

Congratulations to Tshepisho Vuyo Nkosi, a Grade 11 learner from Zacheus Malaza Secondary in Mpumalanga, who received the Best Development School Award at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), with a R50 000 cash prize! His project, “Quantitative Heuristic Model for Determining Positional Advantage in the Morabaraba State Space,” used computational modelling to estimate positional advantage and predict outcomes in Morabaraba. Tested across approximately 230 board states, the research demonstrated the potential of computational modelling to analyse and digitally represent indigenous African strategy games. Congratulations, Tshepisho, on this outstanding achievement! #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #GrandAwards #YoungScientists #ISF2026

Congratulations to Denica Swartz, a Grade 8 learner from Eunice High School in the Free State, who was named the 2026 Top Junior Scientist at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), receiving a R50 000 cash prize! Her project, “Quantitative Evaluation of Lactic Acid as a Treatment for Eutrophic Pond Water,” investigated the potential of lactic acid to control excessive algal growth in eutrophic water. Her research recorded significant reductions in algal biomass while also identifying the ecological limitations associated with increased water acidity. Congratulations, Denica, on this remarkable achievement! #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #GrandAwards #YoungScientists #ISF2026

Some memorable moments from last night’s Special Awards Ceremony at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF)! Young scientists were celebrated for their outstanding research and achievements, receiving an incredible range of sponsored awards, including bursaries, cash prizes, laptops, tablet computers and other opportunities. Congratulations to all our Special Award recipients, and thank you to the sponsors and partners whose support continues to open doors for young scientists. - Read more: exposcience.co.za/young-scientis… - More photos: facebook.com/Exposcience/po… #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #SpecialAwards #YoungScientists #ISF2026

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Research projects that began with questions about problems young people wanted to understand or solve have opened doors to bursaries, cash prizes, international opportunities and further study, as outstanding young scientists were recognised at the 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF). Held at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre, this year’s ISF brought together 316 selected young scientists from 35 Eskom Expo regions across South Africa, alongside 24 international participants from Brazil, India, Ireland, Russia, Lesotho, and Namibia, among others who participated virtually. After months of developing, testing and refining their research, participants at the 2026 Eskom Expo International Science Fair saw just how far their ideas could take them, with several earning opportunities that could shape their academic futures. Read more: exposcience.co.za/from-research-… #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #SpecialAwards

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The moment we’ve been waiting for is almost here! Join us live for the 2026 Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) Grand Awards Ceremony, where the achievements of our young scientists will take centre stage. After days of presenting research, facing the judges, exchanging ideas and making new connections, it is time to find out who will take home the medals and top awards at ISF 2026. Friday, 2 October 2026 | 08:45 Watch the Grand Awards Ceremony live here: - YouTube: youtube.com/live/dAUGev0HH… - TikTok: tiktok.com/@exposcience Good luck to all our young scientists! Start with an idea. See how far it can take you. #EskomExpoISF #DiscoverEskomExpo #GrandAwards #YoungScientists #ScienceFair

Congratulations to Ruchik Joshi from Zinniaville Secondary School in the Bojanala Region, North West, who has been provisionally awarded an Eskom merit bursary following his achievement at the 46th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) Special Awards Ceremony. The bursary recognises outstanding academic performance, innovation and achievement. The award is subject to confirmation of Ruchik’s final National Senior Certificate results and compliance with Eskom’s bursary and admission requirements. Congratulations, Ruchik! #DiscoverEskomExpo #EskomExpoISF #SpecialAwards