Full name(s) and surname:
Sancho Nkosilathi Nyoni
Position:
Doctoral Student – Centre for Minerals Research, UCT
What contribution do you see yourself making to the Young Professionals Council and the SAIMM?
Motivate new and upcoming researchers to contribute to the improvement of the mining and metallurgical industry in Southern Africa.
Interactions/activities that you currently participate in within the SAIMM (if applicable):
- Editorial Board – SAIMM
Publications Portfolio – SAIMM Young Professionals Council
Qualifications:
- MSc (Eng.) Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
- BSc (Hon.) Applied Chemistry
Brief career history:
My career history is primarily in research and academia as I chose to pursue postgraduate studies soon after completing my first degree. I have worked as a teaching and research assistant with three different research groups. Also, l completed a 1-year internship with a focus on power plant engineering and metallurgical assay services with the Zimbabwe Power Company.
Date and place of birth:
07 June 1993 in Gweru, Zimbabwe
Other industry body affiliations?
None
What are your views on the 4th industrial revolution?
Inevitable but also important to ensure competitiveness of the regional mining and metallurgical industry.
If you were a precious metal what would you be and why?
Gold, because of its timeless appeal.
How do you think industry bodies such as the SAIMM can better equip young professionals such as yourself?
Networking is essential for young professionals and the SAIMM, l know from experience, is a great place to network and foster new friendships.
How do you see young professionals making a significant change in the industry?
Technology is advancing at an unprecedented rate. Young professionals can easily adapt to change; hence they can keep the regional mining and metallurgical industry competitive within the context of the 4IR.
What gets you up in the morning?
Curiosity
Social media links or information:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004619252849
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sancho-nkosilathi-nyoni-amsaimm-04789ba4/
