Registration is officially open for learners to take part in Africa’s biggest school science fair: the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists.
Learners in Grades 4–12 and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students (NC(V) Level 2–4) are invited to register their Eskom Expo projects by clicking here.
Why Participate?
Taking part in Eskom Expo offers learners a range of exciting opportunities, including:
- Gaining research and experimentation skills
- Networking with fellow young scientists from across the country and beyond
- Exploring cutting-edge technology and innovation
- Enhancing presentation and communication skills
- Earning recognition, prizes, and awards for outstanding research
Reflecting on the 2025 ISF
The 45th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), held last month, brought together 319 top researchers and innovators from South Africa, Lesotho, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ireland, India, Russia, Ghana, Mozambique, and Mexico at the Emperors Palace Convention Centre in Kempton Park.
- The Top Senior Scientist, awarded R100,000, was Christopher May from Otto du Plessis High School (Port Elizabeth Region), for his project “Differential Geometric Modelling of Sound Signals and Ultrasound Imaging.”
- The Top Junior Scientist, awarded R75,000, was Khushi Lall from Tyger Valley College (Northern Gauteng Region), for her project “Garlic: Nature’s Secret to Food Preservation.”
- Top Development School Award, awarded R75,000, was Lethabo Kgwete from Moleshatlou Secondary School (Capricorn Region), for his project “The Effect Of Livestock Green Compost Tea”.
Other Special Awards included full and partial bursaries, cash prizes, international science fair invitations, laptops, tablet computers, mentorship and incubation support, and Tech Bundles containing laptops, backpacks, headphones, and accessories.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Eskom Expo’s 2026 programme will include:
- Workshops hosted in all nine provinces
- Research and innovation camps
- District Expos (where learners receive expert feedback to refine their projects)
- Regional Science Fairs
Dates for all 2026 activities will be announced in due course.
Tools and Resources
Learners are encouraged to start working on their research projects, which should fit into one of the 13 Eskom Expo categories. Need a launchpad? Click here to access a guide to help you plan and structure your research. Resources and templates are available here to assist with research design and reporting.
Eskom Expo activities engage learners, teachers, mentors, judges, Regional Science Fair Directors, and Provincial Coordinators, sparking collaboration and innovation across South Africa.
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