
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is strengthening South Africa’s contribution to global clean energy research, development and innovation through its participation in the 8th Research and Development (RD20) Conference, taking place from 19 to 23 October 2026 at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) International Convention Centre in Pretoria.
Held under the theme “Accelerating Clean Energy Innovation – From Africa to the World,” the conference is organised by the CSIR, with Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) as co-organiser. It brings together leading research institutions and stakeholders to…
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Now Now – immediately / soon. A confusing phrase for non-locals meaning sometime soon – sooner than just now but quicker than right now.Example: “We’re going to the beach now now!” (But first we have to pack our swimming gear, stop at gas station and maybe get some snacks…).