Crucial agreements pave way for Square Kilometre Array
The SKA Observatory, Australia and SA formalise agreements that will see the countries host the Square Kilometre Array telescopes and associated infrastructure.
SA’s space economy to become Africa’s satellite powerhouse
Government banks on the space economy to strengthen economic growth, with the sector forecast to bring in revenue of over R18 billion in the next two years.
Wits University receives R8m for quantum computing initiative
The tertiary institution secures R8 million seed funding from the Department of Science and Innovation, to accelerate national quantum computing projects.
New tool will measure tech, innovation adoption at municipal level
The science and innovation ministry eyes widespread adoption of its tech-based tool that assesses the science, technology and innovation readiness levels of municipalities.
European Union sets up fund for African innovations
African researchers and innovators to tap into multibillion-rand funding programme, after the European Union unveils a fund dedicated to their innovations.
2020 Science Forum to ignite conversations virtually
The Department of Science and Innovation confirms its science forum will be hosted virtually, as the coronavirus continues to limit physical gatherings.