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Cape Academy Shines at Eskom Expo for Young Scientists
CAPE ACADEMY FOR MATHS, SCIENCE AND TECRef: https://capeacademy.co.za/cape-academy-shines-at-eskom-expo-for-young-scientists/
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Collected on 7 August 2026
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What this means
The Cape Academy of Maths, Science and Technology achieved significant success at the 2009 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists, with students winning multiple medals at both regional and national levels. Joshua Fodor and Yaghia Mitchell won gold and several special awards for their 'Township Geyser' project, while Jenaide Peters and Sixolisiwe Dlabantu earned silver for their 'Water Hyacinth' project. This was the school's first national participation, marking a milestone in its academic achievements. The results highlight the school's strong focus on science, innovation, and environmental sustainability.
Facts
Places
City of Cape Town, Western Cape, City of Tshwane, Gauteng
Reference
https://capeacademy.co.za/cape-academy-shines-at-eskom-expo-for-young-scientists/
Key Takeaways
- 2009
- Eskom Expo for Young Scientists
- Cape Town regional leg
- national finals in Pretoria
- Joshua Fodor and Yaghia Mitchell - Gold + Best Innovation Award + Best Energy Saving Device Award
- Jenaide Peters and Sixolisiwe Dlabantu - Silver
- Gardening with Rubble - Bronze
- Global Cooling with SO₂ - Bronze
- first national participation
- Firgrove Way, Constantia, Cape Town
- Cape Academy of Maths, Science and Technology
- Eskom Expo for Young Scientists
- MTN Science Centre
- Pretoria
- Joshua Fodor
- Yaghia Mitchell
- Sixolisiwe Dlabantu
- Jenaide Peters
- Hanim Schroeder
- Tanduxolo Nguza
- Chad Levendal
- Chevaan Patience