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International Meteorology Day is celebrated on 23 March every year and it is an opportunity to appreciate the efforts made in the field of meteorology and weather forecasting, as well as to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on our planet.  The theme for World Meteorological Day in 2024 is “At the frontline of […]

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On 18 March 2011 the new base at Marion Island was officially opened in a ceremony on the island.  The official opening took place on the evening of the 18th, commencing with the National Anthem.  Following a welcome, a technical background talk was given by Fred Johnston, Cape Town Regional Manager of the National Department of Public […]

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 “Invest in Women – Accelerate Progress” Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to drive gender parity. IWD belongs to everyone, everywhere. During the 6th SANAP Symposium there were women as established researchers and as students. The theme of the symposium was to build a research community and that includes all women. Early […]