From 24 - 28 November 2025, over 200 experts, authors and fellows convened at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France, to kickstart the work program of the Second Global Assessment of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES).

Today, 11 December 2025, #TeamCSIR unveiled a state-of-the-art Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) facility in Pretoria to boost local #manufacturing research and development. The facility is designed to support local companies in advancing their products by enhancing the strength and

📻Tune in: #TeamCSIR senior researcher, Homba Ngejane, will be on Umhlobo Wenene FM (88 - 106 FM) today, 11 December 2025, from 20:05 to talk about protecting children against cyber threats. Don't miss it!

#TeamCSIR is excited to announce that we are working on a reconfigurable, low-cost and rugged prototype mobility device called Buddy4Life, which will assist children, adults and caregivers affected by cerebral palsy. The CSIR Buddy4Life is novel in that even a baby can be seated

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#TeamCSIR and US-based data and life sciences platform PromptBio partner to power #AI-driven precision medicine for Africa. Read our full media release here:

What is the status of South Africa’s #biodiversity? South Africa’s national study on the status of plants, animals and water was released today, 9 December 2025, at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town. Produced by the South African National Biodiversity Institute

Recently, #TeamCSIR technologist and business analyst, Laing Lourens, presented a novel framework for evaluating foundational artificial intelligence (AI) models for medical deployment at the Southern African Conference for Artificial Intelligence Research #SACAIR2025 in Cape

Twenty-seven participants from across Africa recently celebrated their graduation after completing an intensive #Biomanufacturing and Good Manufacturing Practice course as part of the CSIR’s African Biomanufacturing Workforce Development and Training Programme. Read all about

Media invite: #TeamCSIR to launch state-of-the-art Hot Isostatic Press Facility The CSIR will host a media site visit to showcase its state-of-the-art Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) Facility. This facility represents a significant advancement for the local industry, providing

On 3 December 2025 #TeamCSIR senior researcher Dr Richmore Dondofema shared insights on the infrastructure required for Special Economic Zones #SEZ at the DEVAC IDZs Economic Zones Summit 2025 in Durban. He highlighted the importance of foundational infrastructure in Industrial

📻Tune in: #TeamCSIR senior cybersecurity researcher, Siwe Moyakhe, will be on Umhlobo Wenene FM (88 - 106 FM) today, 4 December 2025, from 20:05 to talk about protecting yourself from crypto scams. Don't miss it!

#TeamCSIR acting impact area manager, Shaik Hoosain, will deliver a specialised talk at the Gauteng Department of Economic Development's Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Roundtable. Mr Hoosain's discussion will feature a presentation on the Umbiflow platform as a case study and

📻Tune in: #TeamCSIR senior cybersecurity researcher, Dr Moses Dlamini, will be on Ligwalagwala FM (87.7 - 104.0 FM) today, 3 December 2025, from 21:30 to talk about protecting personal data. Don't miss it!

📻Tune in: #TeamCSIR #AI specialist, Sthembiso Mkhwanazi, will be on Ukhozi FM (90.1-107.4 FM) today, 3 December 2025, from 19:05 to talk about Artificial Intelligence. Don't miss it!

#TeamCSIR Executive Cluster Manager for Future Production: Manufacturing, Dr Luyolo Mabhali, will be a panelist at the DEVAC IDZs Economic Zones Summit 2025, discussing "Leveraging industrial clustering, #4IR, and Africa’s emerging auto sector to drive value addition and youth

#TeamCSIR joined delegates representing Eastern and Southern African ports authorities and maritime entities for the Port Management Association of Eastern and Southern Africa (PMAESA) Board and Council meeting in Durban. Hosted by the @edtea_kzn, robust discussions took place

#TeamCSIR is pleased to welcome Sipho Ntanda as the Mining Laboratories Manager at the CSIR’s Cottesloe facility. Sipho is an experienced mechanical engineer with a strong background in the #mining, industrial, and engineering sectors. With more than 22 years of experience, he

#ICYMI Recently at the Science Forum 2025, #TeamCSIR proudly co-hosted an inspiring side event on “AI for Health in Africa”. The workshop brought together researchers, students, policymakers, developers and health innovators to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can