Prof. Motlalepula Matsabisa wins Prestigious Hamilton Naki Award
The Natural Products Research and Innovation Centre (NaPRiC), Busitema University, proudly congratulates Prof. Motlalepula Matsabisa on being awarded the prestigious Hamilton Naki Award by South Africa's National Research Foundation (NRF) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to African traditional medicine research and pharmacology.
Named after the legendary Hamilton Naki, the award honours researchers who have achieved world-class scientific excellence while overcoming significant challenges. Prof. Matsabisa's remarkable journey rom confronting scepticism surrounding traditional medicine research to becoming one of Africa's foremost experts in pharmacology and natural product drug discovery embodies the resilience and scientific rigor that continue to inspire researchers across the continent.
NaPRiC celebrates this achievement with particular pride, as Prof. Matsabisa serves as a Visiting Professor of Pharmacology at Busitema University, strengthening collaboration in natural product research, drug discovery, and the advancement of African medicinal knowledge through evidence-based science.
In reflecting on the award, Prof. Matsabisa described it as a recognition of "success against all odds," encouraging researchers to persevere, believe in themselves, and remain committed to meaningful scientific inquiry. His message resonates strongly with NaPRiC's mission to transform indigenous knowledge into safe, effective, and quality health innovations for Africa and the world.
As a Centre dedicated to advancing natural products research and innovation, NaPRiC joins the wider scientific community in celebrating this well-deserved honour and looks forward to strengthening its collaboration with Prof. Matsabisa in driving African-led research excellence.
Congratulations, Prof. Matsabisa, on this remarkable milestone and for continuing to inspire a new generation of African scientists.
