The Newcastle Regional Eskom Science Expo took place at the Farmers Hall on 22 July. This is the first time the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists was held in our town, and learners from across the Northern KwaZulu-Natal region took part in the science fair, which provides a platform for learners to show others their own scientific investigations.

Learners had the opportunity to discuss their work with judges, teachers and learners from other schools. Organisers said they were privileged to see many great STEM Projects and reminded participants that everyone who took part was a winner. We are very proud of the following St Dominics Newcastle learners who took part:

• Suhaan Singh – Best Male, Best Energy Senior -Gold
• Amy Moss – Best Female, Best Social Science Senior, Gold
• Yuvaan Singh – Gold
• Raeesa Paruk – Best Plant Science – Silver
• Grace Wu – Best biomedical Science- Silver
• Abay Gurlal – Bronze
• Vibhav Ramdas – most recommended
• Nhlanhlenhle Mtshali
• Abongwe Mntambo – Silver
• Ewa Kopieniak – most recommended
• Husna Docrat – most recommended
• Tiya Sha – Silver
• Hamza Ismai l- Silver
• Olwethu Makhoba – Bronze
• Azande Zaca – Silver
• Ria Ramdas -Silver
• Dia Singh – Silver
• Aphiwe Dube – Silver
• Mvelo Mashinini – Silver
• Rahul Ramgulam

Special thanks to the following learners, who assisted: Sibonelo, Sanri and Morena. The Mission of the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists: To develop young scientists who are able to identify a problem, analyse information, find solutions and communicate findings effectively. Eskom Expo for Young Scientists brings together learners, teachers, professional organisations and educational bodies and government institutions from all over the world..

Abay Gurlal

Abongwe Mntambo

Amy Moss

Team photo

Dia Singh addresses guests

Dia Singh

Husna Docrat

Nhlanhlenhle Mtshali

Olwethu Makhoba

Raeesa Paruk

Rahul Ramgulam

Ria Ramdas

Tiya Sha

Vibhav Ramdas