The anticipation is building as #TeamCSIR athletes prepare to take on the 2026 #ComradesMarathon. Behind every runner is a story of perseverance, discipline and dedication. Countless training kilometres and months of preparation have all led to race day. This year's theme, #SkaFelaMoya - Don't Give Up, captures the spirit of every athlete who will stand on the start line determined to reach the finish. To our CSIR runners, thank you for inspiring us with your commitment and resilience. We wish you strength for every kilometre and success on race day. One day to go. One goal. One journey. #EmployeeWellbeing #UltimateHumanRace #Comrades2026

Researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and stakeholders are kindly invited to attend the Infodemic Analytics Africa (IAA) Symposium taking place at the University of Pretoria on 24 July 2026. The IAA Symposium is a research-driven workshop and collaborative platform dedicated to advancing computational methods for analysing, detecting, and mitigating narrative manipulation in African low-resource languages. IAA aims to bridge computational rigor with contextual African realities by promoting AI systems that are linguistically grounded, ethically sound, and socially responsible. 📍 University of Pretoria 📅 24 July 2026 ⏰ 09:00 – 16:00 Applications close 15th June Register here: tinyurl.com/2et6mtsc We look forward to engaging discussions, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful contributions toward responsible AI and multilingual misinformation detection in Africa. #InfodemicAnalyticsAfrica #AI #DataScience #NLP #ExplainableAI #MisinformationDetection #AfricanLanguages #MachineLearning #Research #UniversityOfPretoria #GenerativeAI #LowResourceLanguages #ComputationalLinguistics #ResponsibleAI

#TeamCSIR is showcasing impactful infrastructure innovations at #SAInfrastructureExpo2026, demonstrating how science and technology are enhancing smart cities and resilient built environments. Visit our stand to explore how we are driving innovation across South Africa’s infrastructure ecosystem. Learn about the Logistics Observatory and Ilima transport solutions enabling smarter mobility and decision-making, as well as innovative research focused on strengthening resilience in the built environment, including converting human urine into valuable nutrients through struvite synthesis. 📆 9 - 11 June 2026 📍 Stand A10, Hall 2. Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg. 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about what we do: csir.co.za/what-we-do

In just a few days, our #TeamCSIR athletes will line up at the start of the #UltimateHumanRace, ready to take on the challenge ahead. Months of training, early mornings, sacrifices and unwavering commitment have all led to this moment. As this year's theme reminds us, #SkaFelaMoya - Don't Give Up. When the road becomes difficult and every step tests your resolve, remember the journey, purpose and people cheering you on. To our first-time runners and seasoned veterans alike, we are proud of your courage and determination. Your CSIR family is behind you every step of the way. Keep believing. Keep pushing. Ska Fela Moya! #Comrades2026

Catch #TeamCSIR experts on the SABC1 4IR show as we showcase tech innovation aimed at driving coal mining safety, cleaner coal technologies and innovative circular construction today, 11 June 2026, at 17:00.

📻Tune in: #TeamCSIR Executive Cluster Manager Dr Jabu Mtsweni will be on Ukhozi FM (90.1-107.4 FM) today, 10 June 2026, from 21:30 - 22:00 to discuss cloud storage. Don't miss it!

Empowering innovation in the energy sector! Through a partnership between #TeamCSIR and #EWSETA, 10 small, medium and micro enterprises #SMMEs from across the energy value chain are participating in a five-day #capacitybuilding programme at the CSIR from 8 – 12 June 2026. The initiative aims to strengthen technical capabilities, support technology development and equip emerging businesses with the skills and knowledge needed to drive growth and innovation in South Africa’s #energysector. For more information about what we do: csir.co.za/what-we-do/natura… #EnergyInnovation #SMMEDevelopment #InnovationForImpact

It’s topical! #TeamCSIR senior chemical engineer Dr Jeffrey Baloyi joins panellists at the South Africa Infrastructure Expo 2026 to dissect the importance of how healthy buildings start with water and the importance of purification in modern building services. Don’t miss his talk on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, at 15:40-16:00 where he’ll engage audiences on the topic “Rethinking water in buildings: From consumption to circularity” to promote: - Understanding why water resilience must become a core consideration in building design and operations to ensure long-term sustainability, business continuity, and reduced dependence on municipal water supplies. - Explore how circular water systems, including wastewater reuse and resource recovery, can transform buildings from consumers of water into contributors to water security. - Discover how innovative approaches such as nutrient recovery from source-separated urine can create environmental and economic value while supporting broader sustainability objectives. - Learn how smart water technologies and data-driven monitoring can improve water quality, optimise system performance, and support healthier, future-ready buildings. #SAIE2026 is taking place from 9 – 11 June 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg. For more information on the CSIR’s water-related advisory services, technologies and solutions visit csir.co.za/what-we-do/natura…

Addressing problematic and unnecessary plastics is essential to ending #plasticpollution and presents a significant opportunity to adopt and scale #circulareconomy practices for plastic packaging. #TeamCSIR is inviting you to a webinar on best practices for addressing problematic and unnecessary plastics. The session will bring together voices from across the South African plastics industry, alongside international perspectives, to share lessons and insights on packaging redesign, material choices and implementation approaches. "From Problematic to Circular Packaging: Best Practices for Addressing Problematic and Unnecessary Plastics" 📆 Thursday, 11 June 2026 ⏰ 10:00–11:00 SAST 📍 Microsoft Teams ✅ Register events.teams.microsoft.com/e… 🔗 Find out more csir.co.za/events/plastic-re… The webinar is hosted under Plastic Reboot – South Africa, a project that aims to implement strategic circular interventions upstream and midstream in the plastic-packaging value chain in the food and beverage sector in South Africa. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is the national focal point, while WWF South Africa is the national execution agency, in partnership with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and GreenCape.

🌍 Today, 5 June 2026 is #WorldEnvironmentDay2026! From source to sea, our environment is connected. Every piece of litter, every pollutant, and every drop of contaminated water can move through rivers and estuaries to the ocean, affecting ecosystems along the way. Understanding where pollution comes from, how it moves, and its impacts is key to protecting these interconnected environments. #TeamCSIR works to monitor and understand these connections, providing the science needed to support healthier environments for people and nature. Together, we can help protect the ecosystems that sustain us. Visit csir.co.za/what-we-do/natura… to learn about our science-based solutions for the optimal use and sustainable management of coastal and marine ecosystems. #WorldEnvironmentDay #BeatPollution #CoastalScience #OceanHealth #ProtectOurCoasts

Elandskloof community launches its community centre as circular housing building solution, funded by #TeamCSIR and partners. 🔗 Find out more about the ‘Alien biomass to housing’ project: csir.co.za/media-hub/news/el… 📺 Watch the launch of the Elandskloof community centre: youtu.be/fnSrZWA1Bkw

📻Tune in: #TeamCSIR research intern Kagiso Komane will be on TUT FM (96.2 FM) today, 3 June 2026, from 19:30 - 21:00 to discuss what happens when funding opportunity falls into the right hands. Don't miss this insightful conversation designed to equip graduates with the tools and knowledge they need to step confidently into the world of work!

#TeamCSIR and the @CityTshwane Metropolitan Municipality have partnered to develop an integrated intelligence dashboard, to transform raw, scattered data into actionable, real-time insights that improve decision-making, increase transparency, and enabling a capable state. Read our full joint media statement to find out more 🔗 csir.co.za/media-hub/media-r…

#TeamCSIR is representing South African technologies that identify, protect, predict, detect and recover at the ITWeb Security Summit #ITWebSS2026. Visit our stand to engage with our experts on the full spectrum of CSIR Cybersecurity solutions, bespoke biometric solutions, CSIR’s patented Cybersecurity Early Warning System for intranets and more! 📆 2 - 4 June 2026 📍 Sandton Convention Centre 🔗 Learn more about our work in information and cyber security: csir.co.za/what-we-do/defenc…

Pineapples and tomatoes thrive with CSIR bio-mulch Reports from farmers in Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa are positive following field testing of a new #biodegradable mulch film developed by the CSIR. 🔗 Find out more about our #AlliesinAfrica: csir.co.za/media-hub/news/pi… 🌍 25 May 2026 was #AfricaDay! Join us as we celebrate #AfricaDay2026.

#TeamCSIR chief researcher Dr Jabu Mtsweni will join industry leaders as a panellist at the ITWeb Security Summit #ITWebSS2026 roundtable discussion on "Increasing collaboration around skills development" scheduled for 3 June 2026. As the #cybersecurity skills gap continues to grow, strengthening partnerships between government, academia and industry is critical to building a resilient digital future. The discussion will explore ways to align #skillsdevelopment initiatives with industry needs, expand access to training and foster greater collaboration to address South Africa's #cybertalent shortage. For more information on what we do, please visit: csir.co.za/what-we-do/digita… #DigitalSkills

Science-led dam rehabilitation and irrigation schemes boost Zambia’s water security: #TeamCSIR is at work in the Magoye River Catchment to boost climate resilience in a gender-inclusive way. CSIR experts in #climate modeling, hydrology, meteorology, financial modelling, resource economics, and dam and irrigation engineering are working on the ground with Zambian company Sich Enviro-energy Engineering Solutions, as well as Zambia’s Ministry of Water and Sanitation Development through the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment. 🔗 Find out more about our #AlliesinAfrica: csir.co.za/media-hub/news/sc… 🌍 25 May 2026 was #AfricaDay! Join us as we celebrate #AfricaDay2026.