Each person attending the conference is required to complete this registration form
and return it prior to 10 August 2012 to the convenor, Arlene Grossberg at E-mail:
acgrossberg@hsrc.ac.za
Registration form for the
Social Sciences Research Conference
African Knowledge Producers Series
The re-emergence of astronomy in Africa – a
transdisciplinary interface of knowledge
systems
A joint venture of the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), the Department of
Science and Technology (DST), the Council for the Development of Social Science
Research in Africa (CODESRIA), the National Research Foundation (NRF), the Freedom
Park Trust, the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC), the Academy of Sciences of
South Africa (ASSAf), South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement
(SAASTA), the Africa Institute of South Africa (AISA) and the Mapungubwe Institute for
Strategic Reflection (MISTRA).
Dates & Venue:
Dates: Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 September 2012
Venue: Maropeng Conference Centre
Located in Cradle of Humankind,
Telephone (014) 577 9000
Maropeng
We are hereby honoured to invite you to a two-day international conference held by the Human Science
Research Council (HSRC) of South Africa, together with partner institutions – on 10th and 11th
September 2012 – at the Cradle of Humankind, entitled “The re-emergence of astronomy in Africa – a
transdisciplinary interface of knowledge systems”.
This Conference is being held in support of the South African hosting of the Square Kilometer Array
(SKA) and the promotion of a “Science World Cup” that would bring investment and opportunities in the
Northern Cape Province, South Africa as well as the eight other African countries that will host remote
antenna stations.
In order to ensure the strategic participation of the social sciences in the celebration of a revival of
Astronomy research in South Africa, this conference focuses on topics related to the social science that
are in celebration of African Astronomy.
The conference will bring together participants from diverse research fields to deliberate on the reemergence of astronomy in Africa through the transdisciplinary interface of knowledge systems. Scholars
across disciplines and academic backgrounds will discuss the historical use and impact of astronomy in
the development of mankind’s understanding of the universe.
We particularly value your support and participation and look forward to hearing from you on or before
10 August 2012. Kindly RSVP to Arlene Grossberg, E-mail: acgrossberg@hsrc.ac.za, Tel: 012 3022811.
Delegates will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation.
Awaiting your anticipated favourable response are the Conference Planning Committee of:
Dr Olive Shisana, Dr Temba Masilela, Dr Hester du Plessis (all HSRC), Dr Andrew Kaniki
(NRF), Dr Patrick Matlou (AISA), Dr Xola Mati (ASSAF), Dr Tshepo Seekoe (DST), Dr
Leonard Martin (MISTRA), and Mr Lorenzo Raynard (SAASTA)
Enquiries & Communications
All matters relating to the programme should be addressed to:
Dr Hester du Plessis
Senior Research Specialist: Science Communication Research
Research use and Impact Assessment (RIA)
Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
Pretoria.
Cell: 083 419 8058
Office: 012 302 2802
All general matters relating to the conference should be addressed to:
Arlene Grossberg
CPDF Manager
Science Communication
Research Use and Impact Assessment
Human Sciences Research Council,
E-mail: acgrossberg@hsrc.ac.za
Tel: 012 3022811
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Please note that accommodation costs only for speakers and chairs participating at the Scientific
symposium will be covered.
All other delegates are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. You may book
through Travel Adventure International, please contact:
Yvette Mayime
Travel Director: Travel Adventures International
Email: yvette@travadv.co.za
Cell: 082 593 4385
Fax: 086 680 0352
Tel: +27 (0) 12 460 7421
Our After Hours Number 082 419 6661
Docex 293, Pretoria
Most of the delegates will be staying in the Valley Lodge (4 star) www.valleylodge.co.za
Some accommodation options in the area are:
Mount Grace Hotel (5 star) http://www.africanpridehotels.com/mount-grace-country-house-andspa.html
Whispering Pines (4 star) www.whisperingpines.co.za
Magalies Manor (4 star) www.magaliesmanor.co.za
Hornbill Lodge and Legends (6 rooms only) (4 star) www.hornbill.co.za
Magaliesburg Country Hotel (3 star) www.magaliescountryhotel.co.za
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Please note:
Regional delegates attending the Scientific Conference are requested to arrive the morning of
Monday 10 September 2012, to enable them to register in time for the event. International delegates
will arrive the Sunday 9 September 2012.
PARKING
Parking facilities are available at the venue for attendees with own transport.
TRAVEL & TRANSFERS/SHUTTLES
A small budget has been reserved to subsidize only the travel and accommodation of programme
participants (speakers, chairs and respondents). All other delegates are responsible for arranging
their own travel, and we request delegates to obtain sponsorship from their organisations. To assist
you with your arrangements, with flight bookings, car rental and airport/hotel shuttle service bookings
you may contact Travel Adventures International.
Yvette Mayime
Travel Director: Travel Adventures International
Email: yvette@travadv.co.za
Cell: 082 593 4385
Fax: 086 680 0352
Tel: +27 (0) 12 460 7421
Our After Hours Number 082 419 6661
Docex 293, Pretoria
CANCELLATION POLICY
Notification of cancellation must be sent to the organisers in writing before 15 August 2012.
LETTERS OF INVITATION
Letters of invitation are non-transferable, and will only be issued by the organisers on those terms,
unless the Conference Co-ordinating Committee decides otherwise.
REGISTRATION APPLICATION FORM
Please type personal information for registration submission by e-mail and send to Ms Arlene Grossberg,
E-mail acgrossberg@hsrc.ac.za, Postal Address: Room 1338, Human Sciences Research Council, Private
bag x41, Pretoria 0001
If no response has been received within 4 working days from date of registration submission, please
enquire at Telephone: +27 (0) 12 302 2811, or Tel: + 27 (0) 12 302-2368
DISCLAIMER
The Conference Organisers, and its subcontractors do not accept responsibility for damage and/or loss of
any kind which may be incurred by Conference attendees or any persons accompanying them.
Additional accommodation and changes to flights are at the cost of the individual. Please note that once
tickets are booked, the conference organisers will take no responsibility for changing airtickets and
accommodation (ie flights and times), and any costs incurred by changes, must be borne by
individual conference participant themselves.
The Conference organisers are not responsible for any additional expenses, drinks, room service,
Laundry, etc.
Speakers’ comments during the Conference are in no way binding on the organisers.
REGISTRATION FORM
2012 Social Sciences Research Conference
“The re-emergence of astronomy in Africa – a transdisciplinary interface of knowledge
systems”
Venue: Cradle of Mankind Conference Centre, Maropeng
Date: 10 and 11 September 2012
RSVP not later than 10 August 2012.
Kindly e-mail to Arlene Grossberg acgrossberg@hsrc.ac.za
If no response has been received within 4 working days from date of registration submission, please
enquire by email or telephone: +27-12-302-2811, acgrossberg@hsrc.ac.za
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Maropeng Conference Centre
Located in Cradle of Humankind,
Telephone (014) 577 9000
Maropeng
off R563
Cradle of Humankind
World Heritage site
Gauteng
Cradle of Humankind,
1751
OR Tambo International Airport : +-75 min
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Take R24 towards N3
At Gillooly's intersection take N3 towards Pretoria
Keep straight on N3 until it becomes N1 South (Roodepoort)
Follow N1 South take William Nicol (R511) right
Continue for 13km and turn left into N14/R28 highway
Travel 26km's to intersection at Sasol Garage on opposite corner
Turn right onto N14 Ventersdorp for 7.8km
Right onto Kromdraai road
Follow for 1.2km and then right into Letamo Wildlife Estate
From Sandton City: +- 40 min
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Take William Nicol(R511) towards N1
From N1 intersection continue 13km and turn left onto N14/R28
Travel 26km to intersection at Sasol garage on opposite corner
Turn right onto N14 Ventersdorp for 7.8km
Right onto Kromdraai road
Follow for 1.2km and then right into Letamo Wildlife Estate
From Pretoria: +- 60 min
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Take R28 South from Pretoria CBD or
Take N1 South from Pretoria East; then
Take R28 Roodepoort at N1/ R28(N14) split
Continue for 42km to intersection at Sasol garage on opposite corner
Turn right onto N14 Ventersdorp for 7.8km
Right onto Kromdraai road
Follow for 1.2km and then right into Letamo Wildlife Estate
From Lanseria Airport: +-15 min
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From the airport turn left onto the R512 (direction JHB) for 4km
Turn right onto the N14/R28
Travel 13km to intersection at Sasol Garage on opposite corner
Turn Right onto N14 Ventersdorp for 7.8km
Right onto Kromdraai road
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Follow for 1.2km and then right into Letamo Wildlife Estate
Coordinates:
Letamo gate (main entrance):
S 026º 01.564' E 027º 45.989' / Latitude -26.026035 Longitude 27.766248
Helicopter facilities:
Permission to drop and go at a neighbouring property. Transfers can be arranged by hotel
Coordinates for helicopter drop off only: S 26 02.516 E 27 47.735
Directions to Valley Lodge
Tel 014 577 1301
From the Airport / East Rand:
1) Upon exiting the airport, keep to the right, following the signs for the R24/ Johannesburg. This
road joins the highway.
2) Continue straight along the R24 (N3) / Johannesburg
3) Approx. nine kilometres after leaving the airport, move to the centre lane
4) You will merge with the N3 highway.
5) Follow the signs for the N3/ N1/ Pretoria. Take the fork to the right.
6) Immediately after this fork, turn left onto the interchange and continue following the N3/ N1/
Pretoria signs
7) Proceed past all the Sandton and Randburg off-ramps
8) From here follow points 2 to 11: From Johannesburg and Gauteng
From Johannesburg and Gauteng:
1) Head west along N1 (concrete ring highway) just north of Johannesburg.
2) Exit from N1 at 14th Avenue off-ramp.
3) Turn right under highway, then right again at second set of traffic lights. You are now on the
M47 to Krugersdorp / Tarlton (you will pass
Hillfox Power Centre on your right).
4) Proceed along the M47 through ten sets of traffic lights. After approx. 15km you will reach a
four way intersection distinguished by a Sasol
Petrol Station on the opposite left hand side of the intersection. (Muldersdrift Laerskool is just
before this intersection on the left-hand side)
5) Proceed straight across.
6) Continue along the M47, which now becomes the N14 (to Ventersdorp) for approx 10.5km,
when you will reach a T-junction. Opposite and to
the right is a Zenex Petrol Station.
7) Turn right onto the R563 and continue straight, signposted to Hekpoort.
8) Continue on this road for approx 8.5km after which you will meet the R24 to Magaliesburg on
the Left. (This road also identified by the
Maropeng sign, turning to the same direction)
9) Turn left onto the R24 to Magaliesburg, continuing for 12km before reaching an intersection,
the R24, indicating Magaliesburg to the right.
Turn right and continue straight down the hill for 5.4km into the village of Magaliesburg.
10) Cross over the railway line and turn right in the centre of the Village at the BP Garage.
11) After approx. 500m turn right onto the Valley Lodge Road and continue to the Hotel.
From Pretoria:
1) Get onto the R28, which is the highway from Pretoria to Krugersdorp.
2) Proceed for approx. 60km where you will reach a 4-way intersection distinguished by a Sasol
Petrol Station opposite on the right hand side.
3) Turn right onto N14 to Tarlton / Ventersdorp.
4) From here follow directions 6 to 11 as above. Co-ordinates
S 25º 59’ 950”
E 27º 33’ 295”