3 November 2022
SDCfA session at the CSIR 8th Biennial Conference
On Thursday, 3 November 2022, the SDCfA hosted a panel session on ‘the role of science diplomacy in supporting a capable state’ during the CSIR’s 8th Biennial Conference – the largest gathering in South Africa of science and industry.
PRESENTATIONS
- Perspectives on building bridges between nations and strengthen interactions using science diplomacy
Ms Mmampei Chaba, Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) - Promoting collaboration among African Research and Technology Organisations
Prof. Nnenesi Kgabi, North-West University - DSI support instruments for international projects
Mr Toto Matshediso, Department of Science and Innovation - Addressing Nutrition and Food Security Challenges in the Southern African Development Community
Dr Blessed Okole, CSIR - Providing Leadership to Africa by developing HPC Capabilities and Supporting Large Scale Science Projects
Dr Happy Sithole, CSIR - SABS Ventilator Test Laboratory
Mr Danny Naicker, CSIR
Dr Sandile Malinga, CSIR Group Executive: Smart Society chaired the panel. The panelists were Daan du Toit Deputy Director General: International Cooperation and Resources, Mmampei Chaba Chief Director: Multilateral Cooperation and Africa, Mr Toto Matshediso Director: Global Projects – from the Department of Science and Innovation; Dr Blessed Okole Research Group Leader for Agro-processing, Dr Happy Sithole Centre Manager: National Integrated Cyber-Infrastructure System, Danny Naicker, CSIR Principal Engineer – from the CSIR; and Dr Nnenesi Kgabi, WAITRO Regional Focal Point for Africa, North-West University.