The NSTF continued with the hybrid format of the awards gala event this year, with two gala dinners taking place simultaneously in Cape Town and Johannesburg while broadcasting live to an online audience from both cities. The broadcast of the event happened via the NSTF YouTube channel. 

The awards gala dinners were exclusive to the finalists and the students selected for the Brilliants Programme in their respective cities, as well as the sponsors and VIP guests. The science, engineering and technology community and the public watched the event live from the comfort of their homes. Subscribe to the NSTF e-newsletter to receive notices about the event and watch your mailbox for further news.

This year’s theme is ocean science for sustainable development.