About MySAAFoST
MySAAFoST is the student and young professional chapter of the South African Association for Food Science and Technology! We are a diverse, passionate group of individuals, within academia and industry, who are learning to navigate the world of Food Science and Technology.
By instilling a culture of “I learn, I lead, I mentor” we equip and enable one another to become well-rounded and knowledgeable young food scientists. We ensure the association’s longevity and, in doing so, become the future generation of the South African food industry. Start your career, learn and have fun!
The 2025 – 2027 MySAAFoST leaders:
Nicolle Oberholzer (MySAAFoST Chair)
World Food Programme
Aniska Breedt (MySAAFoST Vice Chair)
Gold Coast Colours & Flavours
MySAAFoST Benefits and Requirements
- Invitations to national and regional events
- MySAAFoST discounts on event registration fees
- Access to FST (South African Food Science and Technology) magazine
- Access to the SAAFoST website student listings portal
- Opportunities to gain SACNASP points
- Industry networking
- Join MySAAFoST committees
- Gaining and exercising leadership skills
- Exposure to our global affiliates
- Community outreach programmes
- Access to campus support groups and mentorship programmes
- Social events
MySAAFoST Requirements
- Registered as a student at a South African Tertiary Higher Education Institute
- Studying towards a qualification within the Food Science or Technology fields
OR
- Employed within the food industry 10 years or less spent within industry or academia since first graduation.
MySAAFoST Committee
Nicolle Oberholzer (MySAAFoST Chair)
World Food Programme
Aniska Breedt (MySAAFoST Vice Chair)
Gold Coast Colours & Flavours
Dr Tumisi Molelekoa
University of Johannesburg
Abednico Maphanga
Microchem Lab Services
Dintle Mahloko
Nefertari Group
Kgothatso Tlhapi
CSIR
Pamela Chinyemba
Nutriseed
