Professor Jane Catherine Ngila - 2026 UNSW Alumni Award Winner for Professional Achievement

"It was a rough life. I grew up feeling that I just needed to get out of this situation, and I said education is going to be my tool, my ticket, my instrument, my vehicle, to get out of this situation."

Meet the winner of the 2026 UNSW Alumni Award for Professional Achievement, Professor Jane Catherine Ngila.

Professor Jane Catherine Ngila is the Executive Director of the African Foundation for Women and Youth in Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (AFoWYESTI), advancing quality education and mentorship for women and youth in STEM.

Prof. Ngila has taught at many universities including the University of Johannesburg and the University of Botswana, in various courses in analytical and environmental chemistry. She is also a Member of the UNESCO Global Multistakeholder Advisory Committee for Women and Girls in Science, a Council Member for the United Nations University and holds other senior leadership and strategic roles.

Her award-winning research in analytical and environmental chemistry focuses on water quality, nanotechnology and wastewater treatment.

Experience Jane's story here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/alumni/our-impact/alumni-awards


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