Articles about CSIR

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.

CSIR and AdNotes Digital partner to launch Spectrum Switch for affordable connectivity in SA

The organisations leverage TV White Space to expand affordable connectivity for underserved communities, supporting SA's National Development Plan and global goals.

Unlocking future of connectivity: Bridging digital divide with Spectrum Switch

The Spectrum Switch technology simplifies rural coverage expansion and supports the efficient deployment of enterprise and private networks, enabling connectivity where it is most needed.

New CSIR lab aims to curb road traffic accidents

SA’s scientific research entity puts tech and data analysis at the heart of improving road safety policies and products.

CSIR lifts lid on South Africa’s dire security posture

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research finds that 47% of SA’s public sector institutions experienced one to five cyber security incidents in the past year.