12th SASD Conference
Our 12th Annual South African System Dynamics Conference brought together an inspiring mix of researchers, practitioners, and students to dive deep into the power of hashtag#SystemDynamics and hashtag#SystemsThinking. Over two…
Learning Lab Stream #3
This was our BIGGEST LEARNING LAB YET, with over 70 registrations, 17 attendees, and 8 participants delivering their final presentations on September 24th. A huge shoutout to Adrien Cerrito, Ameha…
SASDC Newsletter!
Our member-exclusive newsletter is a way to keep our community informed and connected. It highlights the chapter’s activities, celebrates the achievements of our members, and provides valuable updates on events,…
3rd Stream of the Learning Lab
Special Announcement: Winner of the 3rd Stream of the Learning Lab! This was our BIGGEST LEARNING LAB YET, with over 70 registrations, 17 attendees, and 8 participants delivering their final…
Learning Lab 2024: Stream 2 Results
Our journey through system dynamics has highlighted the intricate balance within predator-prey relationships, and it was fascinating to see the diverse approaches and insights everyone brought to the table. Special…
11th South African System Dynamics Conference
On the 16th-17th November, we hosted the 11th South African system dynamics conference! •This year, our hybrid participation option was introduced and a strong preference was observed for online participation,…
2023 Winner of the Dynamic Strategies Award!
This prestigious award for the best overall contribution to furthering system dynamics in South Africa goes to Corne du Plooy! Corné’s career started with B. Ing Chemical from NWU. He…
6th Annual SD Competition – Stream 3 winner
•In-depth Analysis: Denver was recognized for bringing a significant depth of thought to the competition, particularly in Stream 2, where he considered gender differences in population models. •Stream 3 Winner:…
6th Annual SD Competition – Stream 2 winner
•Stream 2 Winner: Tesfaye’s standout performance in the ecological diversity simulation competition earned him first place. His model was noted for its meticulous validation and calibration techniques. •Innovative Modelling: He…
6th Annual SD Competition – Stream 1 winner
•Stream 1 Winner: Alaize won the sustainable fishing industry competition by demonstrating a strong grasp of system dynamics. She successfully identified an operational threshold for ship selling, displayed mastery in…