News & Events

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the National Astrophysics and Space Science Programme (NASSP) hosted a symposium at the University of Cape Town (UCT) from 25 – 26 January 2024. Supported by the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI); the

The NRF funded five scholars under the NRF-GYSS mobility programme to attend and participate at the Global Young Scientists Summit as well as to showcase their research work through poster presentations. The scholars consisted of three doctoral students and two

The NRF is pleased to announce that Dr Sepo Hachigonta has been appointed to serve as Chair of the Council Membership Committee of the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) from 01 January 2024 to 31 December 2026. IIASA

The National Research Foundation (NRF), in collaboration with Walter Sisulu University (WSU), invites members of the media to the launch of a state-of-the-art Rural Coastal Sustainability Laboratory at the university’s Mthatha Campus on 24 January 2024. The facility is made

The National Research Foundation’s Vision 2030 articulates its commitment to contribute to the betterment of society through research and development. This entails concerted efforts to facilitate, and contribute to, the transformation of spaces, an intentional focus on impact, an unwavering

Each year, the  Science Forum South Africa (SFSA) issues Science Diplomacy awards in recognition of excellence is various categories that are associated with science. The awards recognise individuals and organisations who are making an outstanding contribution to furthering science diplomacy,

Societal challenges, such as public health and climate change, highlight the pivotal need for continued investment in science research. However, science does not speak for itself, science communication plays a key role in engaging the general public about science and

The R150 million co-funding cooperation between the National Research Foundation (NRF) and Sasol Ltd has a number of opportunities on the pipeline, all aimed at increasing South Africa’s capacity and capability in just energy transition. Dr Theo Mudzunga, Vice President

At Science Forum South Africa on 07 December 2023, the Department of Science and Innovation held a talk titled Future Implications of the UNESCO Recommendation on Open Science which explored the 2021 adoption by 193 UNESCO members of the organisation’s

Science Forum South Africa saw a presentation entitled Policy Hackathon on the Co-creation of Policy Solutions for Transformative Innovation on 08 December 2023. Historically, policy development has involved political entities listening to experts and then rollout policies to address problems.

South Africa is faced with the need to address energy security. This is further compounded by the country’s ageing coal fleet with associated greenhouse gas emissions, which contributes to global warming and other pollution-related health challenges. In response, South Africa

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, the Honourable Buti Manamela, delivered a keynote address at the African Nuclear Physics Conference (ANPC 2023). In his keynote address, Mr Manamela reflected on the conference and the importance of improving the

The National Research Foundation (NRF) is participating in the Science Forum South Africa (SFSA)[1] event hosted by the South African Department of Science and Innovation and the Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa (SDCfA) in Pretoria from 06 to 08 December

The conference has been convened in the context of the African Union Decade for African Roots and Diaspora (2021-2031), with the overall objective of establishing institutional science, technology and innovation links between the continent and the African Diaspora for socio-economic

The Knowledge Advancement and Support (KAS) directorate of the National Research Foundation (NRF) participated in the international conference hosted by the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) in Johannesburg on 22-23 November. Themed BRAIN Evolution: Palaeosciences, neuroscience and artificial intelligence,

The National Research Foundation (NRF) and National Nuclear Regulator’s (NNR) Centre of Excellence for Nuclear Safety and Security (CNSS) have concluded a strategic partnership agreement aimed at strengthening the development of critical nuclear safety and security skills in the nuclear

This call for expressions of interest is to solicit applications to host regional nodes for Future Earth Africa Hub in four AU Regions– namely East Africa, North Africa, Central Africa, and West Africa. Closing Date: 12 January 2024 Background The

The Covid-19 Africa Rapid Grant Fund (CARGF) Reflection and Foresight Convening and the O.R. Tambo Africa Research Chairs Initiative (ORTARChI) Annual Gathering, both monumental meetings that the National Research Foundation (NRF) hosted last week, were a major success in terms

The World’s Largest International Astronomy Meeting will be held in Africa and Open to the Public for the first time. Registrations Now Open for the Historic International Astronomical Union (IAU) General Assembly 2024 Promoting Open, Impactful, and Sustainable Science. Watch

The HFSP Awardees Meeting is an interdisciplinary event highly valued by our awardees for the quality of the frontier science presented and the networking opportunities. Over the years, the meeting has developed as fertile ground for seeding new collaborations. The

On 24 October 2023, the NRF’s Acting Executive Director, Dr Prudence Makhura and Ms Nombuso Madonda (Professional Officer), attended the 2023 FOSC General Assembly at the CIHEAM Bari Campus in Bari, Italy. The General Assembly, officially opened by CIHEAM Bari

Since Saturday, 14 October 2023, the NRF has been in engagement with the Dutch Delegation, comprised of board members from leading Dutch knowledge institutions and led by Minister Robbert Dijkgraaf, the Dutch Minister of Education, Culture and Science. On Saturday,

The National Research Foundation-University Research Support Forum took place on Friday, 13 October at the NRF’s Albert Luthuli Auditorium in Pretoria. Chief Executive Officer, Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo, led the NRF team that hosted Deputy Vice-Chancellors from the country’s 26 universities.

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) together with theDepartment ofScience and Innovation South Africa (DSI) will be hosting a virtual InformationSession on Friday, 20 October 2023. Join us to learn more about the collaborativeefforts between the DAAD & DSI to

As evident from global trends, there is an increase in demand for higher-level skills in the innovation and knowledge fields. While Africa has become more aware of the imperative advantage of a highly skilled science and innovation workforce in driving

The NRF wishes to express its condolences to the family and friends of Professor Hoosen Jerry Coovadia, who passed away on Wednesday, 04 October 2023, at his home in Durban. Prof Coovadia spent his life in service of the poor

The NRF was unanimously admitted as a full member of the Trans-Atlantic Platform (T-AP) for Social Sciences and Humanities at the T-AP Forum of 20 September 2023, making it the first African funding body to be admitted as a full

Join the Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP), South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) for the 22nd HFSP Awardees Meeting. The HFSP Awardees Meeting is an interdisciplinary event highly valued by HFSP awardees for the quality of