The Science Forum South Africa will be held from 2 to 4 December 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa.
The Forum serves as a large, open, public platform for debating the science and society interface.
The theme is Igniting Conversations about Science – From Research to Impact.
Key characteristics of SFSA 2026 will include:
- A provocative and stimulating forum programme comprising several parallel sessions, addressing a diverse range of science and science policy orientated themes;
- A rich diversity in the background of participants, comprising scientists, students, public and private sector representatives as well as civil society constituents;
- A forum programme not only compiled “top-down” by the organisers but also enabling public input through a competitive call for proposals for the organisation of sessions; and
- A strong international dimension to the event, reflected by the participation of speakers and attendees from a diverse range of countries, especially from Africa.