Articles about CSIR

CSIR welcomes GMES integration into African Space Agency

The think-tank calls the move a pivotal moment for African space science, environmental monitoring and sustainable development.

Top ICT tenders: COGTA pursues smart cities plans

The Department of Cooporative Governance and Traditional Affairs identifies six municipalities for redesign and refurbishment as smart cities.

Nzimande seconds CSIR exec to drive tech innovation

Minister Blade Nzimande seconds the CSIR’s Dr Kenny Tenza to the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation for 12 months.

Top ICT tenders: Comms dept pursues SABC funding model

The department notes the SABC spends more on enforcing services for collection than the revenue it generates from licence fees.

Top ICT tenders: RAF to upgrade SAP as part of transformation

The comprehensive upgrade of its SAP landscape forms part of its system modernisation focus, says the Road Accident Fund.

Artificial intelligence’s power must be regulated

South Africa’s AI policy development is on track with the East and West, having integrated elements from across regions.

20 years of SA cyber security in review at ITWeb Security Summit

Many of the issues discussed at the first Security Summit in 2006 remain topical today.

R1m up for grabs in SA’s inaugural tech challenge

The SA Tech Challenge aims to identify and elevate the most impactful and scalable SMMEs across the country’s digital innovation ecosystem.

Top ICT tenders: National departments return to tech needs

Government’s top levels venture back into ICT procurement, as a resolution to the delayed National Budget nears.

CSIR shows president how tech will support NHI

The think-tank presents the work done to support the Department of Health, which will create the digital foundation for the National Health Insurance.

CSIR’s game-changing technologies to watch in 2025

The CSIR is dedicated to promoting industrial development and fostering a capable state through innovative solutions.

SA renewables adoption surges 300% in a decade

The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme prompts 300% growth in total renewable energy installed capacity.