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Department of Science and Technology

Department of Science and Technology
Private Bag X894
Pretoria 0001
South Africa
Phone:+27 12 337 8000
Fax: +27 12 323 8308
Email: min07@dacst5.pwv.gov.za
Web: http://www.dst.gov.za/homepage.htm

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

The Director
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
P.O. Box 395, Pretoria 0001
South Africa
Fax: (27) 12 841 3789
Tel. 12 841 2262 / 2200


Aeronautical Society of South Africa

Aeronautical Society of South Africa
Lugvaartkundige Vereniging van Suid-Africa
PO Box 130774
Bryanston 2021, South Africa


Association of Surgeons of South Africa

Association of Surgeons of South Africa
Chirurgiese Vereniging van Suid-Africa
PO Box 52027
Saxonwold, Johannesburg 2132
South Africa
Tel: 27-11-8371011


The Associated Scientific and Technical Societies of South Africa

The Associated Scientific and Technical Societies of South Africa
c/o Observatory, 18 a Gill Street
Marshaltown 2198, South Africa


The Botanical Society of South Africa

The Botanical Society of South Africa
Kirstenbosch, Claremont 7735
South Africa



Cancer Association of South Africa

Cancer Association of South Africa
139 Smit Street
Branamfontein 2017
Tel: 27-11-4032825
Fax: 27-11-4031946


Dental Association of South Africa

Dental Association of South Africa
Die Tandheelkungige Vetering van Suid-Africa
Private Bag 1, Houghton 2041
Tel: 27-11-6424687
Fax: 27-11-6425718



The Electron Microscopy Society of South Africa

The Electron Microscopy Society of South Africa
c/o Electron Microscope Unit
Medical School, PO Box 17039
Congella, Durban 4013, South Africa



The Geological Society of South Africa

The Geological Society of South Africa
PO Box 44283
Linden 2104, South Africa
Tel: 27-11-8882288
Fax: 27-11-888181



The Medical Association of South Africa

The Medical Association of South Africa
428 King's HWY, Lynwwod 0081
South Africa
Tel: 27-12-476101
Fax: 27-12- 471815



National Association of Clean Air

National Association of Clean Air
PO Box 5777
Johannesburg 2000
South Africa
Tel: 27-12-476101
Fax: 27-12-471815



The National Association of Scientists

The National Association of Scientists
Lynwood PO Box 11346
Pretoria 0001, South Africa



Okavango Wildlife Society

Okavango Wildlife Society
PO Box 362
12 Saxonwold 2132
South Africa
Tel and Fax: 27-11-880-3833



Physiological Society of South Africa

Physiological Society of South Africa
PO Box 650
WITS 2050, South Africa
Tel: 27-11-716 2504
Fax: 27-11- 716 2476
Contact: Theo H. Veldsman, President



Pretoria Horticultural Society

Pretoria Horticultural Society
PO Box 1186
Pretoria 0001, South Africa



Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes of Southern Africa

Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes of Southern Africa
PO Box 783155
Sandton 2146, South Africa



Society for Experimental Biology

Society for Experimental Biology
c/o South African Institute for Medical Research
Hospial St., Johannesburg 2001
South Africa



Society of Physiologists, Biochemists, and Pharmacologists

Society of Physiologists, Biochemists, and Pharmacologists
c/o Department of Biochemistry
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa



South African Chemical Institute

South African Chemical Institute
PO Box 93480
Yeoville, 2143
South Africa
Tel: 27-11-487-1543
Fax: 27-11-487-1543
Email: saci@global.co.za
or crademey@scientia.upac.za
Contact: Prof. C. J. Rademeyer, President



The South African Association for Food Science and Technology

The South African Association for Food Science and Technology
PO Box 2140 Edenvale 1610
South Africa
Tel: 27-11-6096322
Fax: 27-11-4524928



The South African Association of Botanists

The South African Association of Botanists
c/o Botany Department, University of Fort Hare
Alice 5700, South Africa



The South African Association of Physicists in Medicine and Biology

The South African Association of Physicists in Medicine and Biology
c/o Division of Production Technology
PO Box 395 Pretoria 0001
South Africa



South African Genetic Society

South African Genetic Society
c/o Department of Genetics
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch 7600, South Africa



South African Institute of Aeronautical Engineers

South African Institute of Aeronautical Engineers
PO Box 27335
Sunnyside 0132, South Africa



The South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy

The South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
Cape Towers 11-13 MacLaren St.,
PO Box 61127
Marshalltown 2107, South Africa
Tel: 27-11-8341273
Fax: 27-11-8385923



The South African Institute of Physics

The South African Institute of Physics
PO Box 72
Faure 7131, South Africa



The South African Institution of Civil Engineers

The South African Institution of Civil Engineers
PO Box 93495
Yeoville 2143, South Africa
Tel: 27-11-6481184
Fax: 27-11-6487427



The South African Mathematical Society

The South African Mathematical Society
PO Box 395, Pretoria 0001
Tel: 27-12-869211



South African National Tuberculosis Association

South African National Tuberculosis Association
621 Leisk House
Corner Bree and Rissik Sts, Johannesburg 2001
South Africa
Tel: 27-11-299636



South African Optometric Association

South African Optometric Association
PO Box 3966
Pretoria 0001, South Africa



South African Orthopedic Association

South African Orthopedic Association
1203b Durdoc Centre
450 Smith At, Durban 4001
South Africa



The South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association

The South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association
c/o Brenthurst Clinic
4 Park Lane
Parktown, Johannesburg 2001
South Africa



South African Society of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, and Cartography

South African Society of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, and Cartography
PO Box 69
Newlands 7725, South Africa



The South African Society of Anaesthaesists

The South African Society of Anaesthaesists
Suite 101
Cargo Corner Seventh Avenue
Rosebank 2196, South Africa



South African Society of Otorhinolaryngology

South African Society of Otorhinolaryngology
532 Louis Leipoldt Medical Centre
Bellville 7530, South Africa



The South African Society of Physiotherapy

The South African Society of Physiotherapy
PO Box 1151
Johannesburg 2000, South Africa



The South African Statistical Association

The South African Statistical Association
PO Box 27321, Sunnyside 0132
South Africa
Tel: 27-11-4981623



South African Veterinary Association

South African Veterinary Association
PO Box 25033, Monument Park 0105
South Africa
Tel: 27-12-3461150
Fax: 27-12-3462926



South African Cardiac Society

South African Cardiac Society
c/o Chelmsford Medical Centre
Saint Augustine's Hospital
107 Chelmsford, Durban 4001
South Africa



South African Institution of Engineers

South African Institution of Engineers
18a Gill Street
Observatory, South Africa
Tel: 27-11-648-1184
Fax: 27-11-648-7427
Email: saice@cis.co.za



Spectroscopic Society of South Africa

Spectroscopic Society of South Africa
c/o Department of Chemistry
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 0002, South Africa
Tel: 27-12-4202511
Fax: 27-12- 432963



Astronomical Society of Southern Africa

Astronomical Society of Southern Africa
c/o South African Astronomical Observatory
PO Box 9, Observatory 7935
South Africa



The Electron Microscopy Society of Southern Africa

The Electron Microscopy Society of Southern Africa
c/o Electron Microscope Unit
Medical School Medical School, PO Box 17039
Congella, Durban 0013
South Africa



Entomological Society of Southern Africa

Entomological Society of Southern Africa
PO Box 103, Pretoria 0001
South Africa



The Nutritional Society of Southern Africa

The Nutritional Society of Southern Africa
c/o Department of Human Nutrition
PO Box 177, Medunsa 01204, South Africa



Physiological and Biochemical Society of Southern Africa

Physiological and Biochemical Society of Southern Africa
c/o Department of Physiology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 0002, South Africa



Royal Aeronautical Society, Southern Africa Division

Royal Aeronautical Society, Southern Africa Division
PO Box 130774
Bryanston 2021, South Africa



Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes of Southern Africa

Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes of Southern Africa
PO Box 783155
Sandton 2146, South Africa
Tel: 27-11-7837275



Southern African Cardiac Society

Southern African Cardiac Society
c/o Chelmsford Medical Centre
Saint Augustine's Hospital
107 Chelmsford, Durban 4001
South Africa



Southern African Association for the Advancement of Science

Southern African Association for the Advancement of Science
Jakarda 301, Beckettstr 304, Arcadia 0083
South Africa



Southern African Institute of Forestry

Southern African Institute of Forestry
PO Box 1022
Pretoria 0001, South Africa



Southern African Ornithological Society

Southern African Ornithological Society
PO Box 84394
Greenside, Johannesburg, South Africa



Southern African Society of Aquatic Scientists

Southern African Society of Aquatic Scientists
c/o Fresh Water Research Unit
Zoology Department
University of Cape Town
Rondebosch 7700, South Africa



Southern African Association of Geomorphologists

Southern African Association of Geomorphologists
c/o Department of Geography
Rhodes University
PO Box 94
Grahamstown, South Africa
Contact: Dr. Evan Dollar, Secretary



The Southern African Society for Plant Pathology

The Southern African Society for Plant Pathology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 0002, South Africa
Tel: 27-12-4203295
Fax: 27-12-4203266
Email: lkorsten@scientia.up.ac.za
Contact: Dr. Lise Korsten



Southern African Association of Geomorphologists

Southern African Association of Geomorphologists
c/o Department of Geography
Rhodes University
PO Box 94
Grahamstown, South Africa
Contact: Dr. Evan Dollar, Secretary



Tree Society of Southern Africa

Tree Society of Southern Africa
PO Box 4116
Johannesburg 2000
South Africa



Wildlife Society of Southern Africa

Wildlife Society of Southern Africa
PO Box 44189, Linden 2104
South Africa



Zoological Society of Southern Africa

Zoological Society of Southern Africa
c/o Department of Zoology
University of Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth 600, South Africa



The South African Association of Science & Technology Centers

The South African Association of Science & Technology Centers
contributes to the improvement of life of the nation by improving scientific knowledge and skills through the utilization of interactive living science and technology discovery centres.
http://www.saastec.co.za


The Department of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology

The Department of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology realizes the full potential of arts, culture, science and technology in social and economic development, in nurturing creativity and innovation, and promoting the diverse heritage of the nation.
http://www.dacst.gov.za



The South African Government's Science and Technology Page

The South African Government's Science and Technology Page
provides information on the Science and Technology Department's policy and funds, the national advisory council on innovation, programs and on international cooperation.
http://www.gov.za/yearbook/science.htm



The South African Bureau of Standards

The South African Bureau of Standards renders important services to government, trade, industry and the consumer in order to achieve its stated aims: strengthening the South African economy and enhancing the quality of life of all South Africans by promoting quality and standardisation.
http://www.sabs.co.za



The KwaZuzulwazi Science Center

The KwaZuzulwazi Science Center offers opportunity to learn to use multimedia computers, learn how to surf the Internet and use E-mail.
http://www.kwazuzulwazi.co.za



The South African International Council of Scientific Unions Secretariat

The South African International Council of Scientific Unions Secretariat
(ICSU) serves the South African scientific community and most of the ICSU unions and affiliates to which South Africa adheres. Its role is to promote and maintain close links between South African scientists and members
http://www.nrf.ac.za/services/icsu



The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
(CSIR)
is Africa's largest scientific and technological research, development and implementation organization. CSIR is committed to delivery of creative solutions and information to support sustainable development and economic growth in the context of national priorities.
http://www.csir.co.za


The Science Councils of South Africa

The Science Councils of South Africa
promote competitiveness and employment creation, aim to enhance the quality of life, develop human resources and work towards environmental sustainability.
http://www.csir.co.za/councils



The South African Council For Natural Scientific Professions

The South African Council For Natural Scientific Professions
(SACNASP) is one of the National Science Councils of South Africa and is the legal successor of the Geological Survey of South Africa
http://www.geoscience.org.za



The National Science and Technology Forum

The National Science and Technology Forum
(NSTF)'s objective is to develop a process that initiates and develops participation by Science, Engineering and Technology stakeholders, to be a communication channel to and from the State President, Parliament, and any other legislative or administrative body or commission, on science and technology matters.
http://www.nstf.org.za



The National Information Technology Forum

The National Information Technology Forum
(NITF)
is committed to developing and advocating clear policy positions and policy options for the creation and advancement of the South African Information Society and to ensure that the potential of the global information society is used to promote universal access to information for all citizens and to eliminate disparities between urban and rural, town and township communities as regards the use of information and communication technologies.
http://www.sn.apc.org/nitf



The Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering

The Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering
(SA WISE) is a dynamic association for all men and women who support the idea of strengthening the role of women in science and engineering in South Africa.
http://www.sawise.org.za



The Southern African Non-governmental Oragnisation Network

The Southern African Non-governmental Oragnisation Network
(SANGONET)
is a regional electronic information and communications network for development and human rights workers. It provides links to information on culture, development, education, environment, health, housing, human rights, labor and economy, news, open government, technology, and women.
http://www.sn.apc.org



The National Research Foundation of South Africa

The National Research Foundation of South Africa
supports and promotes research through funding, human resource development and the provision of the necessary research facilities in order to facilitate the creation of knowledge, innovation and development in all fields of science and technology.
http://www.nrf.ac.za



The South Africa Satellite Applications Center

The South Africa Satellite Applications Center
(SAC)
is located near Johannesburg, South Africa and provides the following space related services: Spacecraft Tracking, Geo-information, and Ground Segment Establishment.
http://www.sac.co.za



The Atomic Energy Corporation of South Africa

The Atomic Energy Corporation of South Africa
(NECSA)
manufactures, markets and supplies a wide range of innovative hi-technology products and services to most South African market sectors and various foreign market sectors.
http://www.aec.co.za



The National Spatial Information Framework

The National Spatial Information Framework
provides the parameters for a coherent Spatial Data Infrastructure, characterised by the availability of relevant, reliable spatial information for planning, delivering services and the optimal allocation of resources and sharing, utilization and reuse of applicable spatial information, applications and organisational learning, without unnecessary and costly duplication of effort.
http://www.nsif.org.za



Advanced Software Technologies Abraxas

Advanced Software Technologies Abraxas
provides services across the entire plan-build-run-leverage life cycle of ICT solutions, for all environments and at every level of the client’s hierarchy of needs – from individual resources to comprehensive, integrated solutions.
http://www.asta.co.za



The South African Network of Skills Abroad

The South African Network of Skills Abroad
(SANSA) links skilled people living abroad who wish to make a contribution to South Africa's economic and social development and be onnected them with local experts and projects.
http://www.uct.ac.za/org/sansa



The Programme for Development Research

The Programme for Development Research
(Prodder)
at the Human Sciences Research Council is a Southern African development information medium which collects and disseminates information on all Southern African development issues and role-players.
http://www.hsrc.ac.za/prodder.html



The South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions

The South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions
(SACNASP) aims to
establish, direct, sustain and ensure a high level of internationally acceptable professional and ethical conduct in the broad interests of the community and the natural sciences.
http://www.sacnasp.org.za



The South Africa Association for Food Science and Technology

The South Africa Association for Food Science and Technology
(SAAFoST)
Is a National Association concerned with advancing the knowledge of Food Science and Technology. It does this through encouraging scientific research, organising meetings, seminars, workshops and congresses, publishing papers and assisting in educational activities.
http://www.saafost.org.za


The Biopharmaceutical Research Institute

The Biopharmaceutical Research Institute
is dedicated to conducting bioavailability/bioequivalence and pharmacokinetic studies in human subjects.
http://www.rhodes.ac.za/affiliates/bri



The Hermann Olthaver Institute for Aeronomy

The Hermann Olthaver Institute for Aeronomy
concentrates on ionospheric research relating to modelling in the southern African region and HF communications. A local field station collects ionospheric data as part of a nation-wide network.
http://www.rhodes.ac.za/institutes/index.php3?aeronomy



The JLB Smith Institute of Ichthyology

The JLB Smith Institute of Ichthyology is a national facility of dedicated scientists, environmental educationalists and skilled support staff committed to the development and care of the national fish collection; to the search for and dissemination of ichthyological knowledge and the conservation of fishes, and to the training of young African scientists for the benefit and upliftment of present and future generations.
http://www.jlbsmith.ru.ac.za



The Range and Forage Institute of the Agricultural Research Council

The Range and Forage Institute of the Agricultural Research Council (RFI) formerly known as Roodeplaat Grassland Institute, is located at Roodeplaat, north of Pretoria in the Gauteng province. The vision of the RFI is the upliftment of rural communities by the sustainable utilisation of range and forage resources and the enhancement of animal production for maximum human benefit.
http://www.botany.uwc.ac.za/ARC/rfi.htm



The Foundation for Research Development (FRD)

The Foundation for Research Development
(FRD) supports and promotes research through funding, human resource development and the provision of the necessary research facilities in order to facilitate the creation of knowledge, innovation and development in all fields of science and technology.
http://www.frd.ac.za



MBendi

MBendi is a business, mining, energy and international trade site designed to assist people in researching and identifying business opportunities in the industry sectors of their choice.
http://www.mbendi.co.za



The South African Institute for Distance Education

The South African Institute for Distance Education assists in the reconstruction of education and training in South Africa by promoting open learning principles and the use of approaches and methods of quality distance education.
http://www.saide.org.za



Unwembi's Resource of South African Government Information

Unwembi's Resource of South African Government Information offers links to policy documents, bills and acts, green papers, white papers, research and development documents, Parliament and Cabinet Office information.
http://www.polity.org.za



The University of Cape Town

The University of Cape Town offers a full range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
http://www.uct.ac.za



The University of the Western Cape

The University of the Western Cape
is committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research, nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and responding in critical and creative ways to the needs of a society in transition.
http://www.uwc.ac.za



The University of Port Elizabeth

The University of Port Elizabeth
(UPE) is a learning community with a clear focus on development. UPE's programmes and services are informed by societal context and reflect the commitment to be a major provider of cutting-edge knowledge and well-equipped leaders.
http://www.upe.ac.za



The Centre for Environment Information and Knowledge in Africa

The Centre for Environment Information and Knowledge in Africa
(CEIKA)
seeks to build African capacity for environmental management through the provision of relevant training and multi-media information and knowledge products.
http://easd.org.za/ceika.htm



Community ICT Projects in South Africa

Community ICT Projects in South Africa
aims to support action, discussion and research on Universal Access to ICTs such as through Telecenters. It offers links to community information and communication technology projects in South Africa.
http://www.community.org.za



Community-Based Natural Resource Management

Community-Based Natural Resource Management
(CBNRM)
is involved in the management of land and natural resources such as pastures, forests, fish, wildlife and water by groups of rural people through their local institutions. CBNRM is the indigenous framework for rural production in southern Africa.
http://www.cbnrm.uwc.ac.za



South Africa's Virtual Agricultural Trading and Information Center


South Africa's Virtual Agricultural Trading and Information Center
offers an online marketplace for meat, field crops, vegetables, fruit, poultry and other commodities.
http://www.agrilink.co.za

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