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The Southern African Geophysical Association (SAGA) featured an engaging Monthly Talk titled "Active and Passive Seismic Investigations: Structural Glaciology of the Fimbulisen, Antarctica." Presented by Diego Quiros from the University of Cape Town, the session explored how active and passive seismic investigation techniques can be applied to studying the internal structure and behaviour of Antarctic ice formations. Focusing on the Fimbulisen ice shelf, the presentation highlighted the important role of geophysical methods in glaciological research and understanding ice dynamics in polar environments. This session demonstrated the versatility of seismic technologies beyond traditional exploration applications, reinforcing SAGA's commitment to supporting diverse scientific [...]

The Southern African Geophysical Association (SAGA) proudly supported the GEOMIN 2026 Conference as an endorsing partner, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and international collaboration within the geoscience industry. Held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the conference centred on the theme "Advancing Mineral Exploration Through AI & Digital Transformation." The event highlighted the growing importance of artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and advanced data-driven approaches in transforming mineral exploration and geophysical research. By supporting international initiatives such as GEOMIN 2026, SAGA continues to encourage knowledge exchange, technological advancement, and collaboration between geoscience professionals across the globe. .

The Southern African Geophysical Association (SAGA) hosted a Monthly Talk exploring geodetic research and its role in understanding volcanic and tectonic activity across Ethiopia. Titled "Geodetic Eyes on Magmatic Dike Intrusion: Lessons from the Fentale–Dofen Crisis and Other Recent Ethiopian Events," the session featured Elias Lewis from Addis Ababa University. The presentation focused on the Fentale–Dofen crisis and other recent Ethiopian geological events, highlighting how geodetic observations can contribute to understanding underground magma movement, crustal deformation, and associated geological processes. Supported by AfricaArray and EAST4Future, the session emphasised the value of scientific collaboration and advanced geophysical monitoring in strengthening our understanding [...]

The Southern African Geophysical Association (SAGA), in collaboration with AfricaArray, presented a Monthly Talk titled "Geodetic Investigation of the Factors Controlling Faulting in Southern Africa." Led by Alastair Sloan from the University of Cape Town, the presentation explored the role of geodetic observations in understanding crustal deformation and the geological processes responsible for faulting across Southern Africa. The session highlighted the importance of modern geophysical techniques in improving our understanding of tectonic activity and the forces shaping the region's geological landscape. Through educational initiatives such as these, SAGA continues to promote scientific collaboration, research excellence, and professional development within the geoscience [...]

The Southern African Geophysical Association (SAGA) featured an insightful Monthly Talk focusing on advancements in magnetic gradiometry and its applications in geophysical exploration. Presented by Hernan Ugalde and Anre Vorster, the session explored full tensor magnetic gradiometry, examining what is being measured and how it compares with traditional scalar total magnetic intensity measurements. The discussion also highlighted advancements in SQUID and UAV-based magnetic gradiometer systems, with particular attention to their applications in diamond exploration. This technical session reflected SAGA's ongoing commitment to knowledge sharing, technological innovation, and professional development within the geophysical community.

The AfricaArray event, Bridging Tectonics and Societal Needs, brought attention to the important relationship between geophysical research, tectonic processes, and the challenges facing communities across Africa. Hosted at the University of the Witwatersrand, this three-day event provided an opportunity for researchers, academics, and geoscience professionals to explore how advancements in Earth sciences can contribute to a better understanding of our planet and support societal development. With institutions including Wits University, Virginia Tech, the University of Rochester, and Colgate University featured in the event, AfricaArray highlighted the value of international collaboration in advancing geophysical knowledge. AfricaArray continues to demonstrate the importance of [...]