Updated: Eskom Expo workshops to inspire the next generation of researchers

Eskom Expo for Young Scientists is excited to kick off 2025 with a series of dynamic workshops across South Africa, designed to elevate the scientific skills of aspiring young researchers and innovators.

These workshops offer learners an invaluable opportunity to explore topics aligned with the 13 Eskom Expo research categories, empowering them to develop groundbreaking research or refine existing research plans; while equipping educators with tools to assist learners.

This year’s Eskom Expo participants will gain hands-on experience, expert guidance, and insights into conducting impactful scientific investigations that address real-world challenges.

Learners and teachers interested in attending workshops are encouraged to contact their respective provincial coordinators or register using the provided link where applicable.

Below, find the full details on workshop dates, venues, contact information, and registration links:

WESTERN CAPE

Date Venue Contact/Register
22 Jan West Coast: Teacher Workshop
(West Coast Fossil Park at 15:00)
weskus.eskom.expo@gmail.com
23 Jan West Coast: Teacher Workshop
(Porterville Primary School at 15:00)
weskus.eskom.expo@gmail.com
24 Jan Eden Karoo: Teacher Workshop (Virtual at 15:00) puffels@cyberperk.co.za
25 Jan Cape Town: Teacher Workshop (STAR College Bridgetown at 09:00) admin@ctexpo.org.za
30 Jan Eden Karoo: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(Riversdale & Oudtshoorn at 14:15)
puffels@cyberperk.co.za
31 Jan Eden Karoo: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(Mossel Bay & Knysna or Plettenberg Bay at 14:15)
puffels@cyberperk.co.za
1 Feb Eden Karoo: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(George @ 09:00)
puffels@cyberperk.co.za
15 Feb Cape Town: Teacher & L earner Workshop
(COSAT @ 09:00)
admin@ctexpo.org.za
15 Feb Stellenbosch: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(Worcester @ 09:00)
toinettehorn.ekspo@gmail.com
21 Feb Eden Karoo: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(Mossel Bay @ 14:15)
puffels@cyberperk.co.za
22 Feb Cape Town: Teacher & L earner Workshop
(Edgemead HS @ 09:00)
admin@ctexpo.org.za
22 Feb Eden Karoo: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(George @ 09:00)
puffels@cyberperk.co.za
22 Feb Stellenbosch: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(Stellenbosch @ 09:00)
toinettehorn.ekspo@gmail.com
27 Feb Eden Karoo: Teacher & Learner Workshop
(Riversdale @ 14:15)
puffels@cyberperk.co.za

MPUMALANGA

Date Venue Contact/Register
28 Jan

Ehlanzeni Teacher Training Workshop at 16:00

(Open to all teachers, committee members and mentors)

Click here to register
29 Jan

Gert Sibande Teacher Training Workshop at 16:00

(Open to all teachers, committee members and mentors)

Click here to register
30 Jan

Nkangala Teacher Training Workshop 16:00

(Open to all teachers, committee members and mentors)

Click here to register
31 Jan

Bohlabela Teacher Training Workshop 16:00

(Open to all teachers, committee members and mentors)

Click here to register

LIMPOPO

Date Venue Contact/Register
04 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 13:00 to 16:00 (Leboneng, Mopani) mosibutsanal@gmail.com
05 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 13:00 to 16:00 (Rixile, Mopani) mosibutsanal@gmail.com
14 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 13:00 to 16:00 (Giyani Science Centre) mosibutsanal@gmail.com
15 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 9:00 to 14:00 (Sekgosese, Vhembe) phalanndwandifelani@gmail.com
15 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 9:00 to 14:00 (Shingwedzi, Vhembe) phalanndwandifelani@gmail.com
21 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 9:00 to 14:00 (Tivumbeni College, Tzaneen) mosibutsanal@gmail.com
22 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 9:00 to 14:00 (Seagotle Mopani East) mosibutsanal@gmail.com
22 Feb Teacher & learner workshop 9:00 to 14:00 (Bela Bela, Waterberg) boikhutsol@gmail.com

GAUTENG

Date Venue Contact/Register
15 Feb Provincial Educator Conference for Grade 4 – 12 teachers (University of Pretoria’s Javette Centre). All educators interested in participating in Eskom Expo are encouraged to attend the conference, where they will receive training on guiding learners to successfully complete their research projects. Click here to register
18 Feb Regional Educator Workshop for Grade 4 – 12 teachers (Arcellor Mittal Science Centre, Sebokeng). All educators from the Sedibeng East and Sedibeng West and surrounding Districts are invited to attend the educator workshop. Click here to register
22 Feb Provincial Educator Conference for Grade 4 – 12 teachers (Tentative venue: Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, Johannesburg). All educators interested in participating in Eskom Expo are encouraged to attend the conference, where they will receive training on guiding learners to successfully complete their research projects. Click here to register
25 Feb Educator and Learner Workshop for Grade 6 – 11 teachers and learners (Sedibeng East). Venue to be confirmed. Click here to register
26 Feb Educator and Learner Workshop for Grade 6 – 11 teachers and learners (Sedibemg West). Venue to be confirmed. All learners and educators from Northern Gauteng Region are invited to the session to discover the fundamentals of conducting an expo project Click here to register
26 Feb Regional Educator and Learner Workshop for Grade 4 – 8 teachers and learners (Northern Gauteng). Venue to be confirmed. All learners and educators from Northern Gauteng Region are invited to the session to discover the fundamentals of conducting an Expo project. Click here to register
28 Feb Educator and learner workshop for Grade 9 – 11 teachers and learners (Northern Gauteng). Venue to be confirmed. All learners and educators from Northern Gauteng Region are invited to the session to discover the fundamentals of conducting an Eskom Expo project. Click here to register

FREE STATE

Date Venue Contact/Register
11 Feb Botshabelo Workshop 1 for all grades (Venue TBC) Register here
12 Feb Welkom Workshop 1 for Grade 4-6, Grade 7-12 (St. Andrew’s) Register here
18 Feb Bloemfontein Workshop 1 for all grades (Brandwag) Register here
14 Feb Online Project Support: Ideation for all grades (Link TBC)

Register here

Meeting Link

18 Feb Harrismith Workshop 1 for all grades (Harrismith High School) Register here
19 Feb Qwa Qwa Workshop 1 for all grades (The Sentinel) Register here
19 Feb Thaba Nchu Workshop 1 for all grades (Moroka High School) Register here
20 Feb Sasolburg Workshop 1 for all grades (AJ Jacobs) Register here
21 Feb Online Project Support: Research Plan (Link TBC)

Register here

Meeting Link

25 Feb Rouxville Workshop 1 for all grades (Naledi Primary School) Register here
26 Feb Trompsburg Workshop 1 for all grades (PT Sanders) Register here
27 Feb Koffiefontein Workshop 1 for all grades (Diamandhoogte) Register here
04 Mar Online Project Support: Research Plan (Link TBC)

Register here

Meeting Link

05 Mar Welkom Workshop and Online Project Support: Literature Review for Grade 1-3 (St. Andrew’s) Register here
06 Mar Online Project Support: Engineering Projects

Register here

Meeting Link

13 Mar Online Project Support: Computer Science Projects (Link TBC)

Meeting Link

Register here

NORTHERN CAPE

11 Feb Women & Girls In Stem Conference:  Vuyolwethu High School, Kimberley Click here to register
13 Feb Women & Girls In Stem Conference:  Baitiredi Tech & Comm High School, Kalahari Click here to register
27 Feb Women & Girls In Stem Conference:  Namakwaland High School, Namakwa Click here to register

 More dates will be added as they become available…

Registration to take part in Eskom Expo is open. Learners in grades 4 to 12, and those from TVET colleges in NC2 to NC4, can register their projects by clicking here. Learners who registered before can click here to log in and update their details. Learners looking for a launchpad to kickstart their research journey can click here for a step-by-step guide to developing their research plans.

Resources and templates are also available to assist learners with their research projects. To access resources, click here.

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There are 2 comments
  1. Puseletso Mokoena

    Is a learner allowed to register individually, even if she/he is not from the above mentioned provinces?.

    • JeVanne Gibbs

      Learners can register as individuals or groups or two.

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