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Three-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…
View MoreAdNotes wins SMME Award at GovTech 2025 with groundbreaking use of CSIR’s S-GLSD technology
AdNotes wins SMME Award at GovTech 2025 with groundbreaking use of CSIR’s S-GLSD technology
In a landmark moment for South African innovation, AdNotes was awarded the prestigious…
View MoreCSIR and UK advance Sodium-ion battery tech for South Africa’s sustainable energy future
CSIR and UK advance Sodium-ion battery tech for South Africa’s sustainable energy future
As the global trend towards clean energy accelerates, countries are urgently seeking…
View MoreAir quality modellers called on to help improve air quality in Johannesburg
Air quality modellers called on to help improve air quality in Johannesburg
The CSIR and environmental consultancy Zabcor have teamed up to help the City of…
View MoreCSIR@80 | G-STIC Conference: Technology solutions for sustainable development
CSIR@80 | G-STIC Conference: Technology solutions for sustainable development
The theme for the 2025 CSIR@80 | G-STIC Conference is “Science, Technology and Innovation…
View MoreCSIR set to host its 9th biennial conference in partnership with G-STIC
CSIR set to host its 9th biennial conference in partnership with G-STIC
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), an entity within the Ministry…
View MoreCSIR boasts southern hemisphere’s longest wave-generation facility to study coastal structure performance
CSIR boasts southern hemisphere’s longest wave-generation facility to study coastal structure performance
The CSIR now boasts the longest 2D wave flume facility in the southern hemisphere. These…
View MoreLoadshedding down 82% in H1 2025 as demand eases and EAF edges up, but tariffs still exceed inflation
Loadshedding down 82% in H1 2025 as demand eases and EAF edges up, but tariffs still exceed inflation
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released annual reports on…
View MoreCSIR’s Dr Reevana Balmahoon participates at inaugural CNBC Africa AI Summit
CSIR’s Dr Reevana Balmahoon participates at inaugural CNBC Africa AI Summit
At the inaugural CNBC Africa Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit, held on Thursday, 14…
View MoreCall for proposals: CSIR Rental Pool Programme 2026/27
Call for proposals: CSIR Rental Pool Programme 2026/27
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is inviting proposals for the…
View MoreA call for proposals: African Laser Centre - Research Collaboration Programme 2026
A call for proposals: African Laser Centre - Research Collaboration Programme 2026
The African Laser Centre, a flagship initiative championed by the New Partnership for…
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