Marike is a lecturer in the Department of Geography at the University of the Free State, with a background in geology and geomorphology.  Her research focuses broadly on sediment dynamics, geochemical processes, and landscape change.  She enjoys field-based research and is particularly interested in how sediments move through environments and what their geochemical signatures reveal.  She enjoys interdisciplinary work and is passionate about exploring the outdoors and uncovering the stories told by soils, sediments, and rocks.  She can be reached via email.

Carel completed his undergraduate and master's degrees in Geography from the University of Pretoria. During that time, he worked in the GIS industry and as a research assistant at a private agricultural research institute. Attending the SAAG conference in 2011, held at the Gobabeb Research Institute, proved to be a turning point in his life. It was his first academic conference, and it inspired him to develop further as an academic and pushed him towards an academic career. For the past seven years, he has been working as a lecturer at UNISA's Geography department. He holds a PhD in Geography, with a focus on applying GIS and geomorphometric methods coupled with cosmogenic nuclide dating to better understand landscape evolution over mountainous regions.

David works in the Department of Geography, School of Environmental Sciences (College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences) at the University of South Africa (Unisa). At Unisa he focuses on teaching periglacial geomorphology; weathering; geoconservation; and environmental science. His research interests focus mainly on geomorphology; weathering; environmental change; Marion Island; and Antarctic geomorphology. He can be reached via email.

​Ryan Leigh Anderson holds a PhD in Geography and is employe as a senior lecturer at the Department of Geography at the University of South Africa. His academic expertise lies in physical geography, with a particular research focus on gully erosion and extreme rainfall events. He has taught courses in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), physical geography, and environmental sciences, exploring the interconnected relationships between society and the natural world. Passionate about both teaching and research, Ryan is committed to promoting spatial and holistic thought in the field of geography.

I am a Lecturer in the Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences at the University of Venda (Univen) in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa. My specialisation in Physical Geography is Climatic Geomorphology. My geomorphology research interests are in soil erosion processes, mountain geodiversity, geomorphological mapping and how they are affected by climatic variables, especially rainfall. Therefore, I am also quite invested in climate related issues as well. I have co-authored numerous studies in both Geomorphology and Climatology.

Mthobisi is an enthusiastic early career researcher and academic, driven by a passion for Geography and the Environment. As a Lecturer in the Department of Geography, Environmental Science, and Planning at the University of Eswatini, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role, inspiring and guiding students towards academic excellence. Mthobisi's inquisitiveness extends beyond speleology and granite environments, as he possesses a broad range of research interests in environmental sciences. His particular focus lies in environmental chemistry and geochemistry, allowing him to explore the intricate interactions between geological processes, chemical processes, and the environment.

Colby Weiss is currently pursuing a PhD in Soil Science at the University of the Free State (UFS), where his research focuses on carbon and hydrological dynamics in degrading wetlands of the Northern Maloti-Drakensberg. He previously completed an MSc in Geography, investigating hydrological modelling on Marion Island. His research interests include hydrological modelling, hydropedology, soil carbon, and soil erosion, with a broader passion for understanding the geomorphic processes that shape landscapes. Beyond academia, Colby has a strong appreciation for the outdoors, exploration, and field-based research.

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