OPINION: However, by taking a long-term view and investing in, identifying and nurturing talent, the impact may be more challenging to measure, writes Prof Jean Greyling.
One of only two mentors from Africa participating in the programme, Prof Brenda Scholtz, a lecturer in the Computing Sciences Department at Nelson Mandela University, was also invited as a panellist presenting during the first session of the MIS Quarterly Scholarly Development programme.
A dozen universities from around the world are tackling climate change through a new initiative, Project Arcc and Nelson Mandela University is on board.