SACNASP

27/05/2026

20/05/2026

A reminder of the closing date of 31 May 2026

16/05/2026

🚨REMINDER🚨: Invitation for Public Comment on the Draft Natural Scientific Professions Bill, 2026

The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, is officially inviting all industry stakeholders, practitioners, and members of the public to provide input on the Draft Natural Scientific Professions Bill, 2026. This new legislative framework is designed to modernise the regulation of natural sciences in South Africa, ensuring the profession maintains the highest ethical standards while improving administrative efficiency.

The proposed Bill introduces several key changes to the sector, including the transition of SACNASP’s governance to a new Board structure and the introduction of compulsory continuing professional development. It also focuses on the future of the profession through the formal mentorship of candidate natural scientists.

We encourage all interested parties to review the draft and submit their written comments to the Department for consideration by May 31, 2026.

Access the full Bill here: https://shorturl.at/lSfbR

How to submit your comments:

🟠 Written submissions can be sent via email to [email protected]
OR
🟠 Deliver to our offices (Building 53) at the Scientia Campus in Pretoria.

15/05/2026

SACNASP is exhibiting at the Eastern Cape Universities Postgraduate Funding Fair held at Rhodes University in Makhanda. We are engaging with postgraduate students to showcase the value of professional registration and its role in advancing careers in natural scientific professions.
Connecting with students from Rhodes University, Walter Sisulu University, Nelson Mandela University and University of Fort Hare.

15/05/2026

Today: Placing Science, Technology and Innovation at the Centre of South AfricaThe day has arrived.

Today, the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation presents its 2026/27 Budget Vote, outlining a strategic vision for a transformed and responsive national system of innovation.

Join Minister Prof. Blade Nzimande and Deputy Minister Dr. Nomalungelo Gina as they detail how our country will leverage the Decadal Plan to modernise our economy and future-proof our skills. We are starting the morning at the Iziko South African Museum with an exhibition and a special guest lecture on AI-enabled transformation by Prof. Vukosi Marivate.

Later this afternoon, follow the Budget Vote Debate live from Parliament as we position innovation at the heart of government, education, industry, and society.

Watch the live stream here: https://youtube.com/live/wSvYsTd_gR4?feature=share

15/04/2026

🚨ANNOUNCEMENT🚨: Invitation for Public Comment on the Draft Natural Scientific Professions Bill, 2026

The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, is officially inviting all industry stakeholders, practitioners, and members of the public to provide input on the Draft Natural Scientific Professions Bill, 2026. This new legislative framework is designed to modernise the regulation of natural sciences in South Africa, ensuring the profession maintains the highest ethical standards while improving administrative efficiency.

The proposed Bill introduces several key changes to the sector, including the transition of SACNASP’s governance to a new Board structure and the introduction of compulsory continuing professional development. It also focuses on the future of the profession through the formal mentorship of candidate natural scientists.

We encourage all interested parties to review the draft and submit their written comments to the Department for consideration.
Access the full Bill here: https://shorturl.at/lSfbR

How to submit your comments:

🟠 Written submissions can be sent via email to [email protected]
OR
🟠 Deliver to our offices (Building 53) at the Scientia Campus in Pretoria.

13/04/2026

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South African Women in Science Awards

09/04/2026

SACNASP is exhibiting at the SASAS Student Industry Day taking place at the Heartfelt Arena in Pretoria.
We're engaging with delegates, academics and emerging scientists to showcase the value of professional registration.

31/03/2026

Please find the link to the SACNASP Legal and compliance Practice Note
SAC2026/001PN
The mandatory obligation to report any unprofessional or improper conduct against natural science professionals.

Practice Notes LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE PRACTICE NOTE: SAC2026/001PN SAC2026/001 PN SAC2026/001 PN SAC2026/001 PN (PDF) 294.25 KB LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE PRACTICE NOTE: SAC2025/001PN SAC2025/001PN SAC2025/001PN SAC2025/001PN (PDF) 269.667 KB