Articles about DST

Failed UKZN rocket test launch a 'learning experience'

The science and technology department will continue supporting the university's efforts to launch a sounding rocket, saying it remains important to local engineering.

UKZN rocket readies for lift off

The University of KwaZulu-Natal prepares to test-launch a sounding rocket in the Western Cape.

Science, tech minister joins global AI council

Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane will serve in a fourth industrial revolution council to guide the international community on artificial intelligence priorities.

Industry 4.0 calls for collective effort, says minister

Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane highlights the importance of public-private collaboration to ensure SA stays on course when the fourth industrial revolution wave hits.

SA's R&D spend on a steady rise

The country's R&D investments reached R35.6 billion in 2016/2017, indicating an increase in spend compared to the previous period's R32.3 billion.

SKA initiative upskills students as data scientists

The Square Kilometre Array's human capital programme facilitates the development of 127 bright minds to participate in data management projects.

New HIRAX telescope to explore dark energy, radio flashes

SA launches HIRAX, a multimillion-rand radio telescope that will help the country take the lead in the new age of radio astronomy and scientific exploration.

SA debuts MeerKAT radio telescope

After a decade in design and construction, the 64-dish radio telescope is now officially ready to complete science operations.

Pockets of innovation growing in SA

South Africa could be on the cusp of an innovation boom, says the Department of Science and Technology.

Future-proofing SA as world heads towards super-smart society

Dr Phil Mjwara, Director-General of Science and Technology, wants South Africa to gear up towards becoming a super-smart society.

The countdown to Science Forum SA 2017 has begun

The international forum will take place on 7 and 8 December and provide the DST with an informal platform to consult with a broad range of stakeholders.

Spotlight on SA innovation

The Department of Science and Technology is staging its Innovation Bridge technology showcase and matchmaking exhibition this month.