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Innovation Bridge Portal
Innovation Bridge Portal
Innovation Bridge Portal

Women Leading the Way in Water Solutions Through Science

In the heart of South Africa, amidst the vibrant energy of Women's Month, a remarkable woman named Dr Zikhona Tywabi-Ngeva is part of an innovative research project aimed at addressing critical environmental challenges, particularly in water-scarce regions like Nelson Mandela Bay. The area
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Circular Economy in SA: Renewing Plastic Waste with the DSI

Circular Economy in SA: Renewing Plastic Waste with the DSI

Circular Economy in SA: Renewing Plastic Waste with the DSI In recent years, the global production and consumption of plastics have experienced unprecedented growth. From 1950 to 2015, plastic production skyrocketed nearly 200-fold, reaching a staggering 381 million tonnes annually. While per capita
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Data Driven AI Solutions for Safer SA Workplaces & Healthcare

Data Driven AI Solutions for Safer SA Workplaces & Healthcare

Data Driven AI Solutions for Safer SA Workplaces & Healthcare The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) is working with key players to help spearhead a new, data driven technological frontier in workplace safety as well as healthcare across South Africa, addressing a critical need in the
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Foi Scienc
Foi Scienc

Inspiring a Sustainable Future with Foi Science

This Women's Month, we shine a light on Miss Nomahlubi Nompunga, the visionary leader behind Foi Science, a South African company pioneering sustainable beauty through biopolymer technology. Driven by Change Nomahlubi's passion for sustainability and community empowerment created the spark for Foi
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