[Commlist] 3rd Annual Imidibaniso Exchange: Media Insights for Scientists & Scientific Researchers

The *Centre for Science Communication* at Stellenbosch University is 
hosting its third */Imidibaniso Exchange,/*an annual one-day media and 
communications workshop for scientists of all disciplines, 
researchers, communicators, academics, and colleagues involved in any 
area of the sciences, as well as those interested in interdisciplinary 
exploration. The Exchange provides a comprehensive and interactive 
overview of best-practice communication tools and strategies to help 
share research with a broader audience and improve public engagement 
efforts.

The programme includes presentations and insights 
from media and communication specialists, interactive exercises, and 
exposure to strategies and techniques employed by successful 
communicators. We are delighted to announce the following speakers for 
this year’s Exchange. This exceptional panel will provide participants 
with valuable insights and a chance to learn from voices who are not 
only leaders in their fields but also passionate storytellers and 
changemakers:

  * *Arthur Feder*– Convenor, SAComposers; Composer, Composition and
    Orchestration Lecturer, SU.
  * *Duncan Shelwell*– Street Portrait Photographer and Curator.
  * *Lester Kiewit*– Broadcaster, Reporter, and Host, /Good Morning Cape
    Town,/ Cape Talk Radio.
  * *Maambele Khosa*– Head of Science Research Communication, CERI (SU);
    Founder & CEO of SheCab; 2025 /Forbes 30 under 30./
  * *Prof Mehita Iqani*– Director: Centre for Science Communication and
    NRF SARChI Chairholder: Science Communication, SU.
  * *Mbekezeli Benjamin*– Research & Advocacy Officer, /Judges Matter/;
    Chairperson, Equal Education.
  * *Dr Mwenya Kabwe*– Head of Section, Theatre, UCT; Co-curator,
    /Unrehearsed Futures Conversation Series/.
  * *Dr Uhuru Phalafala*– Senior Lecturer, Literary Studies, SU; Author
    of /Mine Mine Mine/ and /The Collected Poetry of Keorapetse 
Kgositsile/.
  * *Dr Wayne Muller*– Executive Manager: Rectorate, SU; Former
    Assistant Arts Editor, /Die Burger./

The Exchangetakes place on 12 September 2025 at STIAS, Stellenbosch 
University. Registration is now open and will close on 4 September 2025. 
For more information about theExchange, registration and fees, please 
visit our 
website:https://www.imidibaniso.co.za/imidibaniso-exchange-media-insights-for-scientists/ 
<https://www.imidibaniso.co.za/imidibaniso-exchange-media-insights-for-scientists/>. 
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.


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