KZN Branch

The KwaZulu Natal (KZN) Branch of SASAS was formed by members of SASAS in KZN to represent the mission of the Society in KZN, namely “to advance animal science and to promote viable animal production systems, while sustaining natural resources and the environment, and thereby to serve the interests of human welfare” through local symposia and Branch activities. Involvement is not restricted to SASAS members, with any person interested in livestock production in KZN welcome to participate in our local activities. The incorporation of the staff and students from our local universities, namely UKZN, Zululand, and the Mangosuthu University of Technology form an important consideration in our activities and outreaches.

The chairperson, secretary and an additional member are employees of the KZN department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The national chairperson of SASAS, Dr Trevor Dugmore, is the Treasurer for the KZN branch. We have 3 members from the institutions of higher learning – Dr Heleen Els and Ms Helen Mapeka both from Mangosuthu University of Technology, and Dr Zikhona Rani from the University of KwaZulu Natal.