HSRC and University of Mpumalanga hosted the 20th Africa Young Graduates and Scholars Conference
The HSRC in partnership with the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and other partners hosted the 2026 Africa Young Graduates and Scholars (AYGS) Conference, celebrating two decades of African research excellence and youth empowerment. The conference themed, “Driving Sustainable Development: Innovation Through Technological Transformation” took place at UMP Mbombela Campus from 11–12 March 2026. The theme… View Article

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Meet the visionaries: Introducing the participants of AYGS 2026

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HSRC Connect | Ep 19 | Navigating shifting geopolitics: G20, W20, and the legacy of South Africa’s presidency

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