Endorsements

CSIR

The CSIR is one of the leading scientific and technology research, development and implementation organisations in Africa. Constituted by an Act of Parliament in 1945 as a science council, the CSIR undertakes directed and multidisciplinary research, technological innovation as well as industrial and scientific development to improve the quality of life of the country’s people.

The CSIR is committed to supporting innovation in South Africa to improve national competitiveness in the global economy. Science and technology services and solutions are provided in support of various stakeholders, and opportunities are identified where new technologies can be further developed and exploited in the private and public sectors for commercial and social benefit.

The CSIR’s shareholder is the South African Parliament, held in proxy by the Minister of Science and Technology.

EGSF

Industry and the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) recognise the environmental goods and services sector in South Africa (EGSA) as a growth sector with the potential to make a significant contribution to national economic objectives.

The aim with formalising this recognition is to create an enabling structure, strategy and action plan that would be recognised by both the sector and government as its representative position. The structure should be focused on direct and indirect measures to stimulate trade in EGS, which is a proven way of poverty alleviation.

SA Cities Network

The South African Cities Network is an established network of South African cities and partners that encourages the exchange of information, experience and best practices on urban development and city management.

The South African Cities Network is an initiative of the Minister for Provincial and Local Government and nine city municipalities, in partnership with the South African Local Government Association (SALGA).