Sage Govander

PHD Student University of Cape Town

Sage Govender is a Ph.D. candidate in Chemical Engineering at the University of Cape Town, and holds a BSc Honours degree in Earth Sciences from Stellenbosch University. With an academic background in geology and environmental geochemistry, Sage's current research focuses on functionalising mine waste and decision analysis. She leverages her interdisciplinary knowledge to investigate the characteristics of waste, and develop alternatives aimed at mitigating the risks associated with tailings storage while promoting more circular and sustainable post-mining practices.