Past Challenge
SATNAC 2023 Industry Solutions Challenge
The SATNAC Industry Solutions Challenge at the SATNAC Silver Jubilee 2023
As SATNAC marks its 25th year, we are elevating our commitment to fostering collaboration between Academia and Industry. This year, we're excited to introduce The SATNAC Industry Solutions Challenge.
In this challenge, postgraduate and undergraduate students are invited to participate in one of four industry-inspired challenges issued by SATNAC’s top sponsors.
Throughout the challenge, teams will apply research, analytics and technical skills to investigate practical solutions under the mentorship of an expert from each sponsoring industry partner.
SATNAC 2023 theme: The Augmented Era - Navigating Artificial Intelligence in a Connected Society
Photo: Takudzwa Mzembegwa and Thandile Nododile, proudly display their certificates alongside Uri Zisser from Amdocs at the recognition ceremony.
SATNAC Silver Jubilee 2023 Results
PhD Students
Master of Science Students
Honour Students
Undergraduate Students
Our Sponsors
2023 Winners
ZTE and 2023 SATNAC Innovator Award Winners
Topic: Deploying AI automated decision-making capabilities for delivering greener yet high preforming 5G networks
Humphrey Owour Otieno
University of Cape Town
Ajibola Oladokun
University of Cape Town
Amdocs Winners
Topic: The adoption of AI tools in call centres to improve customer experience and retention
Takudzwa Sikumbuzo Mzembegwa
University of Western Cape
Thandile Ndodile
University of Western Cape
Sange Mafinyongwana
University of Western Cape
Huawei Winners
Topic: Optimising the adoption of AI models in medium-range global weather forecasting
Samkelo Msibi
University of Eswatini
Phephile Sigudla
University of Eswatini
Bandile Malaza
University of Eswatini
Openserve Winners
Topic: Disruptive alternative energy solutions for telcos - combating the effects of loadshedding and ensuring cost efficiency
Karabo Makau
North-west University and WeThinkCode
Busisiwe Hlophe
North-west University and WeThinkCode
Frederick Steyn
North-west University and WeThinkCode
