About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
The Science Diplomacy Awards recognise leadership in using science, technology, and innovation to build international partnerships and strengthen cooperation across borders.The awards honour individuals and organisations whose work connects science, diplomacy, policy, society, communication, and international collaboration.The SFSA 2026 Awards are open to nominees from different sectors, including science, policymaking, business, civil society, non-governmental organisations, the private sector, and media.
Benefits of SFSA Science Diplomacy Awards
The Science Diplomacy Awards recognise significant contributions that connect science with international cooperation and societal benefit.
Recognised contributions may include:
Science advice with national and global relevance
International STI partnerships
African regional cooperation and integration
Career-long service to science and society
Science-based international friendships
Excellence in global STI partnerships
Young leadership in science diplomacy
African women advancing science diplomacy
Science engagement through communication and media
Partnerships involving South Africa and international stakeholders
Contributions to policy advisory communities
Work that strengthens global scientific cooperation
SFSA Science Diplomacy Awards Requirements
Nominees are open to both South African citizens as well as non-South African citizens.
Nominees should have made significant contributions within the science, technology and innovation (STI) sector or policy advisory community, particularly in promoting international and global scientific cooperation, partnerships, and stronger connections among societies.
Self-nominations will not be accepted.
Only one nomination per category may be submitted per nominee.
Motivation statements for all categories must be limited to a maximum of 600 words.
Application Date and Process
Click on the link to the application website to apply.
How to apply