Khanyisa Ed excels
Tintswalo Shipalana Khanyisa Education Centre excelled once again at the Mopani Region Eskom Expo for Young Scientists, held recently at Mopani TVET College in Phalaborwa. Out of 164 participants from Gr 4–12 and TVET colleges, Khanyisa fielded 31 learners from Gr 6–12, the most by any school, and walked away with the highest number of
LIMPOPO – Khanyisa Education Centre excelled once again at the Mopani Region Eskom Expo for Young Scientists, held recently at Mopani TVET College in Phalaborwa.
Out of 164 participants from Gr 4–12 and TVET colleges, Khanyisa fielded 31 learners from Gr 6–12, the most by any school, and walked away with the highest number of medals.
Several learners earned top honours. Khanimamba Ndlovu received one of four Eskom special awards, winning the best innovation award for her project “How Secure Are Your Passwords?”
Dzunisa Chauke took the best in computer sciences and software development Award with “AI Voices”, while Martin Siweya won best engineering for his “Plastic Power Unit”.
Mbhiza Kumeko claimed the best agricultural science award for “Intelligent Farming”, and Asimah Bux won best environmental science for her waste management project in Muyexe.
Khanyisa’s science teacher, Mathilda Musingarimi, was named teacher champion for her dedication and guidance.
“The recognition shows that through hard work and dedication, anything is possible. I am very grateful and proud of my learners, as this achievement wouldn’t have been possible without their effort. I also thank the parents for their support,” she said.
This year’s most popular category was engineering with 41 entries, followed by social sciences (23), Energy (22), and biomedical sciences (17).
Mopani Regional Science Fair director Cynthia Lebetha praised the event’s success, noting the innovation and talent on display.
“We thank our partners, especially the Palabora Foundation and Eskom, for their unwavering support, as well as teachers, parents, volunteers, and judges. Most importantly, we congratulate our learners for their passion and achievements. Together, we are nurturing the next generation of scientists and innovators.”
Eskom Development Foundation acting CEO Mologadi Motshele highlighted the expo’s role in promoting inclusivity.
“By targeting previously disadvantaged learners and placing emphasis on girls in STEMI, the Expo breaks down barriers and builds a more diverse pool of future scientists and engineers. Eskom is proud to support a programme that ensures access to quality education and innovation opportunities for all.”
The next stage of the competition is the International Science Fair, set to take place in Gauteng in October.
