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For the first time ever, the
@IAU_org
General Assembly 2024 will be held in Africa and open to the public! Join us in the Mother City, Cape Town, or virtually during August 6-15. 🇿🇦
Registration is officially OPEN!
It’s time for Africa! 🚀
#IAUGA2024
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Check out the brightest stars of the
#Astronomy2024
! Spoiler: They're all in this group picture! 🌟
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🌍 We made history together! The first-ever IAU General Assembly in Africa was a monumental success, and we couldn't have done it without each and every one of you. There are not enough words to express our gratitude. Thank you all!
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Woohoo! The International Astronomical Union is coming to Africa in 2024!!!! 🌍
Thank you to all who have helped make this happen! Thank you for the support and for being vocal about it
Now the work starts for
#IAU2024CT
!📡🔭✨
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It’s time for Africa!
We invite the IAU to select Cape Town to host the 2024 General Assembly on the African continent for the first time!
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Woohoo! The
@IAU_org
is coming to Africa in 2024!!!! 🌍
Thank you to all who have helped make this happen! Thank you for the support and for being vocal about it
Now the work starts for
#IAU2024CT
!📡🔭✨
@mmKubayiNgubane
@Derek_Hanekom
@NalediPandor
@CapeTown
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After countless interviews, a mountain of emails, and enough handshakes to power a small country, Kevin Govender, our fearless chair, has made history with the first GA in Africa. Thank you for pouring your heart and soul into this monumental event! 🌟!
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First ever African Women in Astronomy Award winners announced!
Dr.
@MarieKorsaga
, Burkina Faso’s first woman astronomer and Prof. Renée Kraan-Korteweg from South Africa are recognized for their contributions both to science and to society.
👏👏👏🌍✨📡🔭
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📸 The first images of the IAU General Assembly 2024 are here! Today, we were honored to welcome the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Stay tuned for the opening ceremony, happening shortly! 🎉🌍
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🌍 Africa, we did it! What an emotional and historic closing ceremony at the IAU GA 2024. A huge thank you to everyone who made it possible! 🙌
#astronomy2024
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🌍 The wait is over! The IAU General Assembly 2024 kicks off tomorrow, marking a historic first for Africa! Together, we’re making history. It’s time for Africa! ✨
#Atronomy2024
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🌍 A heartfelt thank you to all the NOC members and volunteers for pouring their hearts into organizing this historic IAU General Assembly. Your dedication and hard work made this event truly unforgettable. Together, we made history!
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Dr. Itumeleng Monageng, an astronomer, currently holds a joint position between the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO). During his recent address at the African Regional SHAW IAU-OAE Workshop, Dr. Monageng delivered
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We’re still buzzing from yesterday’s spectacular opening ceremony! 🎉 But the excitement continues—today, we have a special event with Astronaut Sian Proctor. 🚀✨
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The Portable and Affordable Radio Telescopes project is aimed at increasing education and outreach efforts dedicated to radio astronomy, thus upskilling more learners, teachers and students with hands on activities with the telescopes.
#radioastronomy
#astronomy2024
#telescopes
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We’re excited to share that Rome, Italy will be the destination for the IAU General Assembly 2027! This event promises to be a remarkable gathering in the Eternal City.
@mediainaf
#astronomy2024
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🌌 Get ready to dive into the forefront of astronomy with Dr. Bernie Fanaroff from SKA at
#IAUGA2024
!
Join us as he delves into "Innovating at the Periphery: the Development of SKA and MeerKAT." 📡
Learn more about the
#IAUGA2024
program here: 🔭
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From exploring the cosmos by day to dancing under the stars by night! 🌟✨ Check out the vibrant moments from the IAU GA 2024 Gala Dance. See all the fun and festivities here:
#Astronomy2024
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I’m an astronomer, of course I’m participating at the
#IAUGA2024
🙋♀️.
Join us and register here:
#Astronomy2024
#Astronomy
#AfricaLookUp
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And here it is! The newly elected Executive Committee of the African Astronomical Society! Young, diverse, energetic. We expect great things from this excellent group! (The president had to leave to the airport and is not in this photo)
#Africa
#Astronomy
#Excellence
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Bringing 2,500+ astronomers to Cape Town wasn’t enough—we’re also hosting astronaut
@DrSianProctor
for a special public engagement night at Astronomy 2024 IAU GA! What an incredible night!
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🌟 Don’t miss the IAU Offices Plenary featuring Nobel Laureate Prof. Brian Schmidt! 🗓️ His talk, “How to Build an Impactful Career (and perhaps even win a Nobel Prize)” will be on 12 August 2024, 08:30-10:00. Stream it freely here:
#Astronomy2024
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📸 Here are a few snaps from yesterday at IAU GA 2024. Enjoy these moments from the day! 🌟
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Did you know MeerKAT, originally the Karoo Array Telescope, is a radio telescope consisting of 64 antennas in the Meerkat National Park, in the Northern Cape of South Africa? Watch the video to see drone Footage of the MeerKAT installation at Carnarvon.
#astronomy2024
#IAUGA2022
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How to fit the
#AfricaAstronomy
family in 1 tweet:
🇿🇲 , 🇲🇦 , 🇿🇦 , 🇳🇬 , 🇺🇬 , 🇰🇪 , 🇬🇭 , 🇲🇿 , 🇲🇬 , 🇿🇼 , 🇧🇫 , 🇨🇮 , 🇹🇿 , 🇪🇹 , 🇺🇸 , 🇷🇼 , 🇷🇸 , 🇵🇹 , 🇮🇳 , 🇨🇭 , 🇩🇿 , 🇸🇪 , 🇬🇦 , 🇬🇧 , 🇨🇦 , 🇳🇱 , 🇮🇪 , 🇳🇦 , 🇩🇪 , 🇦🇺 , 🌍
There are more of us, and we keep growing thanks to our united efforts!
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The bold and audacious African Astronomical Society.
@africaastronomy
#AfAS2023
#astronomy
#astronomy2024
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Introducing “Umnyele wezulu,” the IAU GA 2024 daily newspaper. In isiXhosa, it means “the backbone of the heavens,” a poetic name for the Milky Way. Stay informed and inspired with us! 🌌
Read more:
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Celebratory tea at
@SAAO
this morning to celebrate the win and get ready to work on
#IAU2024CT
with all the local astronomers
@SKA_Africa
@AstronomyUCT
@UWC_Astro
@SALT_Astro
@dstgovza
@Astro4Dev
@Big_IDIA
@HartRAO
and more 🎉
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It was such a special moment when delegates joined in the dancing at our stand to the sound of 'Jerusalema'. What a great way celebrate the unique African spirit. We look forward to hosting you in 2024!
#astronomy2024
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🎉 Exciting news! Over 3000 abstract submissions for
#IAUGA2024
!
Huge thanks to astronomers, sponsors, partners and supporters for making history.
Let's keep the momentum going as we shape the future of astronomy and Africa together! 🌟🔭
#AfricaLookUp
#Astronomy2024
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Here is the group picture of the
#AfricaAstronomy
meeting happening today and tomorrow.
Follow the meeting online here:
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With world-class facilities like HESS, MeerKAT, C-BASS, SALT, LCOGT, MeerLicht, HERA, HIRAX & more, & heritage from the Observatory in Cape Town to Nabta Playa, surely it’s time this map featured a GA of the
@IAU_org
in Africa?
#ItsTimeForAfrica
#CapeTown2024
#IAU2024CT
#IAU2018
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At the SKAO Construction Commencement Ceremony SKA Mid-Event held at the CTICC yesterday. Celebrating great strides in astronomy globally and the contributions to the advancements of astronomy in Africa.
@SKAO
@SKA_Africa
#astronomy
#astronomy2024
#SKAO
#africa
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Join us as we take you on a journey through the stars with
#NSW2023
from 31 July – 5 August 2023.
We're touching down in the following cities:
Limpopo
Gauteng
KwaZulu Natal
Western Cape
Free State
#AfricaLookUp
@AfricaAstronomy
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The 32nd International Astronomical Union General Assembly is set to take place in Cape Town, South Africa, from 5-15 August 2024. Save the date now!
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We are at the European Astronomical Society, promoting African Astronomy at the General Assembly. If you're around, come and meet us!
#EASkrakow2023
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🌟 The final curtain falls today at IAU GA 2024! 🌟 It’s our last dance and final act of an incredible journey. 🎭✨ Join us as we wrap up this unforgettable week. Check out the highlights and stay tuned for our closing moments!
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🔭 Don’t miss
#IAUS389
: Gravitational Wave Astrophysics at IAU GA 2024! 🌌 Hear from Dr. Silvia Biscoveanu (08:30-09:00), Kenta Hotokezaka (09:00-09:30), and Prof. Ryan Shannon (09:30-10:00) on 7 August 2024, 08:30-10:00.
Stream here:
#Astronomy2024
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🎶 Celebrating a historic moment at IAU GA 2024 with a vibrant rendition of 'Shosholoza'—a powerful symbol of South African culture. This milestone event not only marked the first GA in Africa but also highlighted the beauty of sharing cultures. 🌍
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🚀 Celebrate Women's Day with us! Join us on August 9 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm at CTICC for a special event featuring *Astronaut Mae Jemison* and a live radio contact with the International Space Station! 🌍✨
FREE entry, but reservation required: []
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Today at the
@EAS_meeting
in Krakow, Poland we are hosting a Special Session on Africa-Europe Collaborations towards the
#IAUGA2024
. If you are at the EAS please join us in the Glass Conference Room. Don't forget to come visit us at our booth where you can learn more.
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The year 2020 will see the 200th Anniversary of the Cape Town Observatory
@SAAO
Let's bring the IAU General Assembly to the African continent for the first time in 2024!
#WhyNotInAfrica
#ItsTimeForAfrica
#IAU2024CT
#CapeTown2024
#IAU2018
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🌍 Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, welcomes everyone to South Africa for the
#Astronomy2024
! Join us for an incredible gathering of astronomical minds and exciting discoveries. See you in Cape Town! 🌌
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🎉 Last week’s Cultural Evening at IAU GA 2024 was unforgettable! Sharing our cultures brought us closer together. Let’s carry this feeling home with us. 🌍
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We are looking forward to hosting the world again in the beautiful continent of Africa in 2024 for the International Astronomical Union General Assembly.
#astronomy
#astronomy2024
#wsf2022
#WSF_ZA2022
#wsf2022
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It’s been an incredible (and exhausting) week at the IAU GA 2024. Now, it’s time to recharge for a couple of days before diving into four more days of exciting activities and sessions. See you on Monday for the plenary sessions with Nobel Prize laureate Brian Schmidt.
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Coming to the IAU GA 2024 for astronomy? Discover all that Cape Town and South Africa have to offer! Extend your stay and explore our vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich history.
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🌟 Congrats to David Charbonneau, co-winner of the 2024 Kavli Prize in Astrophysics! 🎉 Catch his talk at the IAU GA 2024 on Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 12:00-13:30: "The Terrestrial Worlds of Other Stars."
Stream it freely here: 🌌🔭
#Astronomy2024
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If you're at the
#IAU2018
, come on down to the
@SAAO
@SALT_Astro
and
@SKA_Africa
stand to find out more about the incredible science happening right now in Africa
#ItsTimeforAfrica
#CapeTown2024
#WhyNotAfrica
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For the first time ever, the IAU GA was fully accessible to the world and freely streamed. This historic step brought the world's largest astronomy meeting to everyone, everywhere. 🌍
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🌟 Congrats to Shrinivas R. Kulkarni, 2024 Shaw Prize in Astronomy laureate! 🎉 Don’t miss his talk at the IAU GA 2024 on Tuesday, 6 August 2024, 12:00-13:30. Add to your calendar! 🌌🔭
Stream it freely here:
#Astronomy2024
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At the heart of it all, our mission is clear: Astronomy for a better world.
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🌟 Don't miss the exciting public events at the
#Astronomy2024
! Follow along online and be a part of the astronomical discoveries and discussions.
🔗: Learn more and join us:
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The IAU GA 2024 is thrilled to announce our partnership with South African Airways, offering attendees a special discount on flights.
Thanks to SAA, your journey to this incredible event just got easier and more affordable! ✈️🌌
Learn more here:
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Check out some highlights from today’s Young Astronomers Lunch at the IAU GA 2024! Great conversations, new connections, and a bright future for astronomy. 🌍
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The Cosmic Savannah Podcast is hosting a LIVE show at the IAU GA. Join us for a blend of fun, education, and inspiration with special guests. Open to the public for free and streamed online! Don't miss it! 🌌✨
More details:
#Astronomy2024
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During the bid presentation on Saturday 25 August, Vanessa McBride, Adriaan Fourie and Patrick Woudt formally extended the invitation to the IAU to select Cape Town as the host city for the 2024 General Assembly.
#IAU2018
#ItsTimeForAfrica
#IAU
#capetown
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Radio Astro, part of IAU GA 2024, streams daily highlights from Aug 5-15, 10 am-6 pm. Cape Town’s aspiring young broadcasters bring you engaging content under pros like Bobby Brown. Tune in for free at and share widely! 🎙️✨
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🌌🚀 We couldn't be more grateful for the 3000+ abstract submissions for
#IAUGA2024
! To all the astronomers, sponsors, and supporters, "we love you 3000"!
Thank you for making this event out of this world! 🌟
Learn more here:
#Astronomy
#ThankYou3000
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🌞 Don’t miss
#IAU390
Plenary Talks on Solar Observations and Space Weather with Dr. Sarah Gibson: Beyond Flatland: A Star of Many Dimensions. 🗓️ Thursday, 8 August, 2024, 08:30-10:00 at IAU GA 2024. Stream it freely here:
#Astronomy2024
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Big news - on the relaunch of the African Astronomical Society, AfAS, Takalani Nemaungani announces 3 years of support for an AfAS secretariat from
@dstgovza
🙌🙏 It is indeed
#TimeForAfrica
!
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Fernando Camilo from
@SKA_Africa
shows us some images made with the MeerKAT Radio Telescope.
The audience gasps...
*This* is
#African
#astronomy
! 📡
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The launch of National Science Week on 22 July was a fun-filled day! National Science Week kicks off 31 July - 5 August in cities across South Africa.
Come and visit us to learn more about a future in Astronomy in Africa
#IAUGA2024
#AfricaLookUp
#NSW2023
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Ever heard the expression
#African
Sky? There’s a reason for that...
#ItsTimeForAfrica
#WhyNotInAfrica
#CapeTown2024
#IAU2024CT
#IAU2018
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It’s with deep sadness that we inform our community of the death of our beloved colleague and friend, Prof. Carolina Odman, on 15 November 2022 after a brave and extended battle with cancer.
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The Sutherland tours are organised as pre and post events, as well as during the symposium. Current dates are: 3-4 Aug; 9-10 Aug; 10-11 Aug; 16-17 Aug; 17-18 August 2024. Depending on availability of rooms in Sutherland more tours can be added at different dates to satisfy demand
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📸 The professional photos from the IAU GA 2024 are available. Check out the gallery and see if you can spot yourself among the stars! 🌟
#Astronomy2024
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🥾 Join us for the Lion’s Head and Signal Hill Hike on August 11! Explore stunning views and connect with fellow astronomy enthusiasts. 🌄✨
📅 Date: August 11
🕗 Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
More info:
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A very exciting and extra special visit from IAU president
@DebraElmegreen
(left). She was the first woman to graduate from Princeton University with a degree in astrophysics, and the first female post-doctoral researcher at the Carnegie Observatories.
@aprim2023
#APRIM2023
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The
@IAU_org
now has 8 African member countries.
@SKA_Africa
is a partnership of 9 African countries. African astronomical nations in no particular order:
🇬🇭🇧🇼🇰🇪🇲🇺🇲🇬🇲🇿🇳🇦🇿🇲🇪🇬🇪🇹🇲🇦🇩🇿🇿🇦
Surely,
#ItsTimeForAfrica
?
#IAU2018
#CapeTown2024
#WhyNotInAfrica
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Blue Moon visible on August 30-31! 🌝
It’s a common misconception that the Blue Moon is actually blue in colour. The name actually implies that there are 2 full moons in a single month, while usually there’s only one.
They are rare, hence the term, “once in a blue moon”.
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.
@smurabana
from
@TravelTelescope
demonstrates that
#astronomy
can also be a
#business
in
#Africa
.
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Experience South Africa's astronomical legacy at
#IAUGA2024
!
From pioneering lunar photography to capturing the great comet of 1882, Cape Observatory's rich history shines. Join us in Cape Town, 6-15 August 2024, for this historic event, the first IAU GA on African soil! 🌍
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📢 With nearly 3,000 submitted abstracts, our committees are busy finalizing the
#IAUGA2024
programme.
As participants confirm attendance, we’ll share the detailed schedule and presenter instructions in June. Stay tuned!
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Missed any activities, symposia, focus meetings, or sessions at
#IAUGA2024
? No worries! Everything is freely accessible on our YouTube channel. Catch up on all the action and insights here: 🌍✨
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🌈 Join us at IAU GA 2024 in Cape Town for an inclusive AGN session! Dr. Alfredo Carpineti invites everyone to discuss equity and LGBTQIA+ representation in astronomy. Let's shape a more diverse and welcoming future together!
#astronomy2024
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Share your African experience with the world! Post an original picture or short video about what you love most about Africa. From culture to stunning landscapes, let's celebrate Africa together.
#AfricaDay
#AfricaLookUp
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📸 The professional photos from the IAU GA 2024 are now available. Check out the gallery and see if you can spot yourself among the stars! 🌟
#Astronomy2024
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NOC Chair Kevin Govender promoting the
#IAUGA2024
at the South African Astronomy Town Hall Meeting today held
@SAAO
in Cape Town 🌄
GA 2024 is set to unite scientists from around the world. Today we’re getting the South African Astronomy community involved. 🚀
#ItsTimeForAfrica
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ICYMI | For the first time ever, the International Astronomical Union’s (IAU) General Assembly 2024 will be held in Africa and open to the public!
Join us in the Mother City, Cape Town, or virtually during August 6-15. 🇿🇦 Dive into open, impactful, & sustainable science.
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Today the
@IAU_org
will announce the winning bid to host the 2024 General Assembly and, we hope, bring the General Assembly of the IAU to Africa for the very first time!
#IAU2018
#ItsTimeForAfrica
#IAU
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Busan we’re here! We look forward to rubbing shoulders with the astronomy community and showcasing what South African astronomy is contributing towards the industry. Come visit us at stands 28,29,30 at XXXI IAU General Assembly.
#astronomy2024
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Kevin Govender
@govender
, Director of
@Astro4Dev
and Advisor to the IAU GA 2024 National Organising Committee gave a beautiful and moving tribute in celebration of the legacy of his beautiful wife, our dearest colleague and friend, Carolina Odman
@carolune
#WSF_ZA2022
#wsf2022
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Celebrate the incredible work of the
#IAUGA2024
organizing committee! Their commitment guarantees that this world congress, hosted in Africa, will be a pioneering event in the astronomy calendar.
Join us in August 2024 for an unmatched scientific exchange. It’s time for Africa!
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Exciting news from the entertainment world! 🌟
Did you catch the reference to the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in the popular TV series 'Three-Body Problem'? 📺✨
At the upcoming
#IAUGA2024
, we'll delve deeper into the real science behind the fiction.
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Celebrating Women in Space Science and Astro! 🚀
Join us for talks, activities, and exhibits led by women in astronomy and space science.
📅 Date: 9 August 2024 🕚 Time: 11:00 - 14:00
🎟️Entry is free, but please register to secure your spot here:
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🌟 Join Kevin Govender, Chair of IAU GA 2024, for a Venue Walkabout at 8 AM! Get an exclusive tour and insights into the event space. Follow the walkabout live here:
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Join us on August 13 for the
#AfricaLookUp
Cultural Exchange Evening, from 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm. Experience a night of storytelling, music, dance, and poetry celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures and their connection to the skies. Discover more: 🌟🎶
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We are delighted to hear of the support by SKA African Partner Countries and look forward to their input and involvement in making African Astronomy a global beacon of science ahead of
#IAU2024
@IAU_org
@dstgovza
@NRF_News
@SKA_Africa
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The GA has come to a close, but the adventure continues! Now it’s time to explore the beauty of South Africa. 🌍✨ Discover the stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and incredible wildlife. Your journey has just begun—see you out there!
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Happy Earth Day from the IAU GA 2024 in Cape Town, Africa! 🌍
✨ Today, as we celebrate our planet's beauty and diversity, we also reflect on the importance of preserving it for future generations.
At
#IAUGA2024
, we're committed to advancing astronomy for a sustainable future.
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Our newsletter for
#IAUGA2024
is here! 🌍
Discover crucial update on grant applications, abstract submissions and event highlights in our latest issue.
Don't miss out! Read now:
#SouthAfrica
#AfricaLookUp
#Astronomy2024
🔭
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Outreach at the IAU GA 2024! 🌌
Join us for an inspiring talk by Astronaut
@DrSianProctor
on 7 August 2024, from 19:30 to 21:30 SAST at the CTICC, Cape Town. 🌍
Get your tickets here:
GA participants get free access! Visit:
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