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Workshop Opportunity in Radio Astronomy β Star Formation: From Single-dish to VLBI The workshop titled βStar Formation: From Single-dish to VLBIβ will be hosted from 6-10 October 2025 by the Centre for Space Research at North-West University, Potchefstroom. Students will gain hands-on experience in data reduction and analysis of data primarily from the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO), with additional training on data reduction techniques for interferometric arrays such as MeerKAT, the VLA, and VLBI. This workshop opportunity is open to students from South Africa and the SKA African partner countries. However, emphasis will also be placed on supporting Ghanaian students, developing their skills to conduct research at the Kutunse radio telescope. Registration is now open and the deadline for submission of CVβs is on the 4th of July. There are only 30 spaces available. More details on the workshop: https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/RAAP2025 For further details, please contact Dr Fanie Van Den Heever (email: [email protected]), Senior Lecturer, Center for Space Research, North-West University, Potchefstroom. #radioastronomy #astronomy #workshop #science NWU - North-West University

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Happy Youth Day - Stay curious. Stay inspired. The stars are within your reach! On this Youth Day, the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) celebrates the energy, creativity, and potential of South Africaβs youth. You are the innovators, the thinkers, and the leaders who will drive our nation forward with curiosity and determination. At SARAO, we believe in the power of science, technology, and innovation to transform lives. Whether itβs exploring the mysteries of the universe through the MeerKAT telescope or pioneering advancements in engineering and data science, the opportunities are limitless. We encourage you to dream big, ask bold questions, and pursue careers in STEMβbecause the future belongs to those who dare to explore it.

Happy Father's Day from SARAO! We celebrate all the dads who inspire curiosity and exploration, guiding the next generation to reach for the stars.


Join SARAO for the first Public Open Day of the year on Wednesday, 2 July 2025. Bring the family, bring your friends! We can't wait to take you around our facility. Click on https://www.sarao.ac.za/open-days/ for more info and to register. See you there!


Call for applications - 1st Open Data for Social Impact Challenge Join SARAOβs Big Data Africa programme for the 1st Open Data for Social Impact Challenge, a transformative 4-day workshop from 3 β 6 November 2025 at 26 Degree South Bush Hotel, Muldersdrift, Gauteng. Designed for up to 26 postgraduate students from the University of Fort Hare (GIS, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Geography, Physics), this challenge empowers you to harness Earth observation (EO), open data, and artificial intelligence (AI) to address social challenges in agriculture, rural development, and community welfare. NB: This opportunity is strictly for students/recent graduates from the University of Fort Hare https://www.sarao.ac.za/news/1st-open-data-for-social-impact-challenge/

Welcome to Our New SARAO Team Members β May 2025! We are excited to welcome our newest colleagues who joined the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) in May 2025 across various roles and locations: A Communications & Stakeholder Relations Manager (Strategy & Partnership, Cape Town) An Environmental Officer (SHEQ, Carnarvon) A General Worker (Operations, Carnarvon) Your diverse skills and contributions will help drive our mission forward. Wishing you all a rewarding journey with SARAO! Welcome to the team! π


We are hiring! https://www.sarao.ac.za/ska-mid-jobs/


The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) is looking for a skilled Handyman to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape, and Klerefontein, Northern Cape.
