Gone too soon: Top nuclear scientist Senamile Masango dies
Masango died in a hospital on Sunday after a brief three years befoere 40.
Masango, a PhD candidate, was a globally recognised nuclear scientist, esteemed energy leader and pioneering entrepreneur. Picture credit: SA News..gov.za
JOHANNESBURG - Senamile Masango, the late pioneering nuclear physicist, was a ray of hope for many young people, particularly women, according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile, the chairperson of the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC).
Masango, died in a hospital on Sunday after a brief illness at the age of 37.
The Deputy President stated in a statement on Monday that she will be deeply missed for her enthusiasm for fostering critical thinking abilities in the general public and among women in science in particular.
Masango, a PhD candidate, was a renowned nuclear physicist, a trailblazing entrepreneur, and a respected energy leader.
Being the first African woman to perform experiments at CERN, her accomplishments were a source of pride.
When Masango won the coveted Women in Science Award in 2022, her genius was acknowledged on a global scale.
The famous nuclear physicist has also received praise from the office of His Majesty the King Misuzulu KaZwelithini of the Zulu country.
Masango was from Nongoma, a remote area in northern KwaZulu-Natal that has historically served as the seat of the Zulu king.
"I extend my sincerest condolences to your family on behalf of the Zulu nation. May you take solace in the fact that many others will continue to be inspired by her influence. The King declared on Monday, "We pray that her soul rests in eternal peace and we stand with you in mourning."