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AIMS South Africa Partners with FATE Foundation with Google.org’s Support to Launch Advanced AI Upskilling Programme in Sub-Saharan Africa
January 16, 2026
AIMS South Africa is pleased to showcase our major multi-country partnership with the FATE Foundation, supported by Google.org, to launch the Advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Upskilling Programme across Sub-Saharan Africa. This funding, aligning with Google.org’s focus on Knowledge, Skills and Learning, will support the launch of the Advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Upskilling Programme. The initiative
Read MoreWelcoming the January 2026 Intake
The onboarding week for this intake of students was filled with activity and connection, as new students were welcomed into campus life through a programme organised by all the AIMS...
Read MoreInspiring Future Scientists: AIMS Visit to Crestway High School Sparks Learner Engagement in Physical Science
AIMS South Africa recently visited Crestway High School, where a day of celebration, inspiration, and scientific exploration highlighted the power of partnerships in strengthening science education in township schools. The...
Read MoreCultivating Collaboration: Reflections from the EASA 2026 Conference
By Dr Tejumade V. Ogundipe The EASA 2026 Conference was a powerful way to begin the year. The rich conversations, thoughtful feedback, and meaningful connections made the experience truly enriching....
Read MoreMathematics in Industry Study Group (MISG) 2026
From 7 to 16 January 2026, five students from the Mathematical Sciences cohort, Lavender Ayako, Ngabigala Samweli Eliya, Mannondé Gbaguidi, Vanessa Kouam Kenmogne, and Angela Fosu, participated in the Mathematics...
Read MoreAIMS South Africa Partners with FATE Foundation with Google.org’s Support to Launch Advanced AI Upskilling Programme in Sub-Saharan Africa
AIMS South Africa is pleased to showcase our major multi-country partnership with the FATE Foundation, supported by Google.org, to launch the Advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Upskilling Programme across Sub-Saharan Africa....
Read MoreAI, LHC Data, and New Physics: A Visiting Researcher’s Journey at AIMS
On 16 October 2025, Raktim Mukherjee began a two-month research stay at AIMS, supported by the Baden-Württemberg Stipendium through the partnership with the University of Heidelberg. His project was supervised...
Read MoreSolving Societal Challenges: AIMS and UNIZULU Students Take Mathematical Sciences Beyond the Lecture Halls
In 2025, the AIMS South Africa House of Science concluded the year by showcasing how mathematical sciences can be brought directly into communities. Master’s students from AIMS South Africa (Mastercard...
Read MoreAIMS Partners with Wimmy to Launch Graduate Programme in Applied Data Science
AIMS South Africa is delighted to announce a new partnership with Wimmy to pioneer a graduate programme in applied data science for outstanding AIMS graduates. In January 2026, Wimmy will...
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AIMS South Africa announces the appointment of Prof. Karin-Therese Howell as Director
AIMS South Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof Karin-Therese Howell as its new Director, effective 1 December 2025. Prof Howell previously served as the Institute’s Academic Director...
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