Articles about CSIR

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.

CSIR wraps up literacy pilot, donates devices

Soweto’s Ebuhleni Primary School receives devices used in the Ngiyaqonda CSIR-run, technology-focused literacy pilot project.

Cyber security in SA a neglected concern

Despite being a critical component of national security, cyber security remains a neglected concern in SA, with severe consequences for organisations and the country.

A practical approach to evaluating the MSSP

Security needs to become more strategic to save the organisation time, money and stress, says Richard Frost, head of consulting at Armata Cyber Security.

Exploring SA’s dire security posture

CSIR’s Dr Jabu Mtsweni will explain relevance of the institution’s national cyber security survey findings at the ITWeb GRC 2025 Conference.

Tech put to work to address SA’s literacy crisis

A CSIR-run pilot project aims to support all official spoken languages in SA, after introducing an isiZulu- and Sepedi-tailored literacy tech solution.

CSIR joins global conversation on AI

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research joined the global AI conversation for societal impact at the Southern African Conference of Artificial Intelligence Research.

CSIR AI gurus keen to support G20 agenda

The CSIR’s AI experts commit to contribute to the G20 agenda of addressing global economic challenges.

Top ICT tenders: Eskom cancels ‘mission-critical’ billing system tender

The envisioned upgrades were expected to deliver new functionality, improved ease-of-use and enhanced debt management.

CSIR, AdNotes Digital in spectrum switch partnership

Spectrum switch tech enables the delivery of fast connectivity solutions by harnessing TV white spaces spectrum, says the CSIR.