Department of Science, Technology and Innovation
Republic of South Africa
Driving South Africa's Future Through Innovation
Learn about our mission, vision, and the team leading South Africa's science and innovation agenda.
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation seeks to boost socio-economic development in South Africa through research and innovation. To achieve its goals, the Department provides leadership, an enabling environment and resources for science, technology and innovation.
Key Focus Areas
Vision & Mission
Guiding principles that drive our commitment to advancing science, technology, and innovation for South Africa's prosperity.
Vision
Increased well-being and prosperity through science, technology and innovation.
Mission
To provide leadership, an enabling environment and resources for science, technology and innovation in support of South Africa's development.
Corporate Values
Our values guide every decision we make and every action we take in serving South Africa.
Professionalism
The Department is professional and delivers high-quality performance to both internal and external stakeholders.
Innovation
The Department is innovative in solving problems and enhancing effectiveness and efficiency.
Ethical Behaviour
The Department and its employees are consistent in their actions, and accountable and transparent in dealing with public funds and other resources.
Knowledge Sharing
The Department and its employees share and use knowledge constructively to ensure it contributes to the building of a robust and productive knowledge economy.
Organogram
Our leadership structure ensures effective governance and delivery of science, technology and innovation initiatives.
Prof Blade Nzimande
Minister of Science, Technology
and Innovation
Dr Nomalungelo Gina
Deputy Minister of Science,
Technology and Innovation
Dr Mlungisi Cele
Director-General: Science
Technology and Innovation
Ms Gugulethu Zwane
DDG: Institutional Planning and Support
Ms Nombuyiselo Mokoena
DDG: Corporate Services
Dr Kenny Tenza (Acting)
DDG: Technology Innovation
Mr Daan Du Toit
DDG: International Cooperation and Resources
Mr Imraan Patel
DDG: Research Development and Support
Dr Mmboneni Muofhe
DDG: Socio-Economic Innovation Partnerships
Our Entities
The Department works with various science councils and agencies to advance research and innovation in South Africa.
Academy of Science of South Africa
ASSAfThe official national science academy providing evidence-based scientific advice on issues of public interest to government and other stakeholders.
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National Research Foundation
NRFSupports and promotes research through funding, human resource development and the provision of national research facilities.
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Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
CSIRA leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity.
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South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions
SACNASPThe statutory body responsible for the registration and regulation of natural science professionals in South Africa.
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Human Sciences Research Council
HSRCSouth Africa's statutory research agency conducting large-scale policy-relevant, social-scientific research for public sector users, NGOs and international development agencies.
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South African National Space Agency
SANSAPromotes the use of space and strengthens cooperation in space-related activities while fostering research in space science, advancing scientific engineering and supporting industrial development.
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National Advisory Council on Innovation
NACIAdvises the Minister on the role and contribution of science, mathematics, innovation and technology in promoting national objectives.
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Technology Innovation Agency
TIAStimulates and intensifies technological innovation to improve economic growth and quality of life by supporting the development of technological innovations.
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