SFSA 2021 returns to CSIR International Convention Centre
The DSI hosted the annual three-day Science Forum South Africa at its traditional home, the CSIR International Convention Centre. Due to the ongoing pandemic, a limited number of sessions took place both physically and virtually, with the subsequent two days taking place completely virtually. First held in 2015, SFSA brings together significant numbers of national and international participants to discuss the role of science, technology and innovation in addressing global and local challenges.
2021 Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators Report revealed
ITWeb attended the launch of the latest South African Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators Report during a webinar on 26 August. Commissioned by NACI, the report outlined South Africa's performance in various areas linked to science, technology and innovation - which have a significant impact on the economy. The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation gave an address and NACI's Dhesigen Naidoo presented the report.
An innovative tool to improve service delivery
Launched on 21 July, the national rollout of MIMI is expected to enhance the capacity of municipalities to plan, integrate and embed innovation and technology in their daily operations and create an enabling environment for innovation uptake in municipalities.
The science and technology department will continue supporting the university's efforts to launch a sounding rocket, saying it remains important to local engineering.
The University of KwaZulu-Natal prepares to test-launch a sounding rocket in the Western Cape.
Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane will serve in a fourth industrial revolution council to guide the international community on artificial intelligence priorities.
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane highlights the importance of public-private collaboration to ensure SA stays on course when the fourth industrial revolution wave hits.
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.
The Square Kilometre Array's human capital programme facilitates the development of 127 bright minds to participate in data management projects.
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.
After a decade in design and construction, the 64-dish radio telescope is now officially ready to complete science operations.
South Africa could be on the cusp of an innovation boom, says the Department of Science and Technology.
Dr Phil Mjwara, Director-General of Science and Technology, wants South Africa to gear up towards becoming a super-smart society.
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.
The Department of Science and Technology is staging its Innovation Bridge technology showcase and matchmaking exhibition this month.