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CSIR welcomes science journalists to Pretoria for Africa’s first World Conference of Science Journalists 2025
CSIR welcomes science journalists to Pretoria for Africa’s first World Conference of Science Journalists 2025
From 1 – 5 December 2025, the Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa (SDCfA) – an…
View MoreNew humanoid machine certifies emergency breathing devices for miners
New humanoid machine certifies emergency breathing devices for miners
Building on over 90 years of zero-harm mining innovation, this machine is the latest…
View MoreCSIR rules out Tshwane’s water system as source of typhoid surge
CSIR rules out Tshwane’s water system as source of typhoid surge
The recent surge in typhoid fever cases in parts of the City of Tshwane is unlikely to…
View MoreAWSISA Dialogue reveals global collaboration is essential for water and sanitation security
AWSISA Dialogue reveals global collaboration is essential for water and sanitation security
The CSIR Water Research Centre joined Africa and the Global South’s leading voices at…
View MoreCSIR to showcase technological innovations aimed at accelerating smart farming and Zero Hunger at Science Forum SA 2025
CSIR to showcase technological innovations aimed at accelerating smart farming and Zero Hunger at Science Forum SA 2025
CSIR researchers will exhibit a Precision Agriculture Information System for smart…
View MoreMajor metro has a new plan for clean, affordable electricity
Major metro has a new plan for clean, affordable electricity
The City of Tshwane and the CSIR determined an ideal mix of solar, wind, battery storage…
View MoreManufacturing Industry Advisory Panel session drives strategic alignment
Manufacturing Industry Advisory Panel session drives strategic alignment
Manufacturing cluster recently convened a CSIR Manufacturing Industry Advisory Panel…
View MoreOne-third of edible food in SA never reaches the table, G20 regional workshop reveals
One-third of edible food in SA never reaches the table, G20 regional workshop reveals
The inefficiency of food systems in sub-Saharan Africa was a topic of deliberation at the…
View MoreThe CSIR releases annual report, detailing sound all-round performance
The CSIR releases annual report, detailing sound all-round performance
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released its Annual Report…
View MoreCSIR collaborates with project partners to reduce plastic waste in food and beverage sectors
CSIR collaborates with project partners to reduce plastic waste in food and beverage sectors
The CSIR has started its work as part of an internationally funded project to transform…
View MoreThree-wheeling towards electric vehicles in South Africa
Three-wheeling towards electric vehicles in South Africa
CSIR researchers are experimenting with concepts for rugged, modular bikes and trikes…
View MoreCSIR launches Africa’s first microencapsulation facility to boost local health, cosmetic innovation
CSIR launches Africa’s first microencapsulation facility to boost local health, cosmetic innovation
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has launched a new facility in…
View MoreLimpopo ICT Forum, DCDT and CSIR to jointly host a three-day Cybersecurity Awareness Webinar Series: “Your Data, Your Power: Hlayiseka!
Limpopo ICT Forum, DCDT and CSIR to jointly host a three-day Cybersecurity Awareness Webinar Series: “Your Data, Your Power: Hlayiseka!
In today’s connected world, data has become one of our most valuable assets. Every click…
View MoreBestmed and CSIR mark 32 years of running for health and community impact
Bestmed and CSIR mark 32 years of running for health and community impact
15 October 2025 – Bestmed Medical Scheme is proud to continue its trusted…
View MoreCSIR to launch Africa’s first CO₂ Supercritical Encapsulation Facility
CSIR to launch Africa’s first CO₂ Supercritical Encapsulation Facility
On Friday, 17 October, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) will…
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