Dr EM Taban

29/07/2026

The Emmanuel Taban foundation congratulates one of our former students, Tshaamano Mabuba on her recent achievements and all she is doing to give back to students and learners across many different schools.

Tshaamano, who successfully completed her BSc in Data Science and Business Analytics with the University of London, was recently nominated for a The 702 Small Business awards in partnership with MTN. Her edtech company, Buddy Learning, focuses on making quality education more accessible.

Buddy Learning has now reached over 8000 learners and has 70 tutors working across its network. They have also developed BuddyAI, a 24 hour Watssap-based tutor, thereby increasing access to learner support.

As an organisation, we are incredibly proud of Tshaamano, for all that she has achieved and the work that her business does, using technology to make education and tutoring more accessible to more learners. May she go from strength to strength!

Tshaamano has also received many accolades for her work, including:

* Mastercard Foundation Injini EdTech Fellowship Fellow, 2026
* V***e Clicquot Bold Woman Awards Finalist, 2026
* Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme Fellow 2026
* Nedbank Business Ignite Finalist, 2026
* Africa Tech Festival Female Innovator of the Year - Top 3, 2025
* SAFT Awards Youth Entrepreneur Winner, 2025
* SAB Innovation Awards Foundation Finalist, 2025
* Visa STEM is Everywhere Incubator Winner, 2025
* Women in Tech Global Awards - Community Impact Recognition, 2025
* Beyond Awards ESG Finalist, 2025

15/06/2026

Midstream Ethics Talk
Contact person: Michelle Human
Date: 17th June 2026 (30-35 min).
Audience: 10-12 Doctors
Venue: Midstream Mediclinic - in person
Time: 7 am – 8 am.

Title: ‘The Forensic Landscape of South Africa: An Update – What Medical Specialists Need to Know’

Abstract: The South African forensic and medico-legal environment is continually evolving, with important implications for medical specialists across all disciplines. This presentation provides a practical update on the current forensic landscape, including key legislation, ethical considerations, and recent developments relevant to clinical practice.

Topics will include a snapshot of forensic pathology and death investigation in South Africa, common medico-legal questions encountered by healthcare practitioners, and the interface between medicine, law, and ethics.

The presentation will further explore where the profession has come from, where it currently stands, and future directions for forensic medicine in South Africa.

Selected discipline-specific case studies will be used to illustrate important principles and practical lessons for clinicians. The session aims to equip delegates with a concise understanding of the medico-legal framework and its relevance to modern specialist practice.

With Dr Ryan Blumenthal, Senior Specialist Forensic Pathologist and full professor at the University of Pretoria’s Department of Forensic Medicine.
He has published widely in the fields of electrocution, su***de and other areas involving the pathology of trauma. His chief mission in life is to help advance Forensic Pathology Services both nationally and internationally. Blumenthal has published 47 articles in peer-reviewed Journals. He has contributed Chapters to nine (9) international textbooks. He has written four books for the public. He is currently an NRF-C2 rated scientist.

His book 'Autopsy - Life in the trenches with a forensic pathologist from Africa' (Jonathan Ball Publishers) launched August 2020 became a non-fiction best-seller in South Africa. It has been translated into Afrikaans (“Outopsietafel – Stories van ‘n Geregtelik Geneesheer in Afrika” - 2025) and Russian (“вскрытие блюменталя вскрытие блюменталя”). His book – ‘Risking Life for Death – Lessons for the Living from the Autopsy Table’ (Jonathan Ball Publishers) launched July 2023. His latest book – ‘Trace’ launched in South Africa on the 20th April 2026.

His eight-part documentary “Lightning Pathologist” (Channel 180 DSTV) aired 9 November 2020 to 20 November 2020, and was viewed by over 2.2 million people. On 31st August 2023, he won the NRF Award for the Public Engagement in Research. On 22 October 2023, he won the Absa Professional Excellence Award. On 31 July 2025, he won the NSTF Award or the Communication of Science.

14/05/2026

02/04/2026

This Business Book Club session reminded us that some stories do more than inspire they shift perspective.

A sincere thank you to our members and attendees for engaging so thoughtfully and making the discussion meaningful.

And a special thank you to Dr Emmanuel Malish Taban for sharing the powerful story behind 📚 The Boy Who Never Gave Up a journey of resilience, purpose, and the decision to keep going, even in the face of adversity.

Your story is a reminder that where we begin does not define where we can go.

We look forward to many more conversations that challenge, inspire, and connect us.

-Career-Club-Africa

09/02/2026

13/01/2026

From Italy to Mpumalanga ...

A Legacy of Love Sparks Life-Changing Scholarships for South African Youth

A powerful international partnership—rooted in compassion, sacrifice, and an extraordinary human story—is set to transform the lives of young South Africans.

The Dr Emmanuel Taban Foundation has announced a landmark collaboration with Sebenzeni ODV, a respected Italian volunteer organisation based in Faedo, in the Trentino region of Italy. This historic alliance gives birth to two prestigious new scholarships aimed at uplifting and educating young people in Mpumalanga and beyond.

But this is far more than a funding announcement. It is a story of destiny, gratitude, and legacy.

Read the full article on our website:

https://emmanueltabanfoundation.org/from-italy-to-mpumalanga/

13/10/2025

Our Presentation on Wednesday morning with Dr Taban:

TOPIC: Parrots that charm, Duvets that comfort. Pigeons that symbolize peace. But wait — danger floats in the air.

Join us as we uncover the mystery of Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.

Dr. Emmanuel Taban is a highly qualified registered pulmonologist and also holds a European Diploma in adult respiratory medicine. To imagine that he actually started uninterrupted schooling only at the age of seventeen defies all logic. Taban emerged with a novel technique of mucus extraction from the lungs in the midst of Covid-19. He is the first in the world to undertake this intricate procedure.

Emmanuel Malish Taban

Join us Wednesday morning between 07h00 and 08h00 via Teams:

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjQ1YzhhMWYtNjgyZi00NTQ2LTgwYWYtMjQ2ZTIyMmU0ZDAw%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%224c264091-ced7-454b-a39c-e2b5ccec55dd%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%226ca9675d-0eb6-4bf7-b0db-281fbf971a3c%22%7d