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List Of Research Companies In South Africa

A research business provides consulting services to people who desire to obtain data about specific topics. A research business owner or consultant is also called an information broker, and many companies hire information brokers to perform research services.

Below is the list of Research Companies In South Africa

BMi Research South Africa

Clear Strategy Company (Pty) Ltd

African Response

Plus 94 Research (Pty) Ltd

A C Nielsen S a B V

Ipsos South Africa

MTD Research Specialists

KLA Market Research

J D I Research

Human Sciences Research Council

IRI South Africa

T M S Research

Sure-Visions Organization

Kantar Added Value South Africa

Field Africa

Columinate-InSites Consulting

Business Survey Consultants

PLUS 94 RESEARCH

G F K Marketing

Mictert Marketing Research

BDRC South Africa

Matrix Marketing (Pty) Ltd – South Africa

Markdata (Pty) Ltd

Interact RDT | Market Research

Synexus Clinical Research SA Pty Ltd – Watermeyer

Peppercorn Research

Genex Insights

Southern African Marketing Research Association NPC

Kantar Millward Brown

George Klein and Associates

The Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability

Insight Survey

Market Instinct

Columinate (Pty) Ltd

Radio Advertising Bureau South Africa

What are market research companies?

Market research allows a company to discover the target market and get opinions and other feedback from consumers about their interest in the product or service. This type of research can be conducted in house, by the company itself, or by a third-party company that specializes in market research

What is the first step in the marketing research process?

The first stage in a marketing research project is to define the problem. In defining the problem, the researcher should take into account the purpose of the study, relevant background information and all necessary data, and how the information gathered will be used in decision making.

Why would a company do market research?

Here is why your company should conduct business market research: Identify the problem areas in your business. Understand the needs of existing customers and why they chose your service over competitors. Make well-informed market decisions about your services and develop effective strategies.

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Our laboratory is ISO 13485 accredited and licensed by the Department of Health in South Africa. The stem cell laboratory is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies (AABB) and the biological products Next Biosciences produces are licensed by SAHPRA.

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"As an interracial couple, the chance of get a match for stem cells from the global bank is a lot lower. Therefore, banking our babies stem cells was a no brainer. The ease of the service stood out to us. Next Biosciences was quick and efficient with the delivery of the stem cell collection kit, and the collection process after our baby was born was simple. "

Product knowledge, patience, and willingness to help was incredible

"We decided to bank Mthaniya's stem cells as her older brother has had ALL Leaukemia. Next Biosciences was purely amazing. Their product knowledge, patience, and willingness to help was incredible.They made sure to always check up on us to ensure that we had all we needed by the time I delivered, and to ensure that the kit was picked up from hospital after the collection. They kept us informed throughout the whole process. They were absolutely awesome every step of the way. "

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I had a very positive experience

"I was exceptionally anxious about my NIPT but all the staff were so professional and returned my emails and messages in a timely manner making a difficult process very manageable. I will absolutely recommend your services in the future."

Debbie Mitchell

Once in a lifetime opportunity

"It was important to us that Nicholas had the opportunity to access his stem cells should he ever need them in the future. We didn't want to take this 'once in a lifetime' opportunity away from him." 

Peace of mind and 'what if'

"The main reason for us wanting to bank Noah’s stem cells is for peace of mind, and that 'what if' this or that happens, then we are covered, and we have his stem cells to fall back on.

The thing that stood out for me is how Netcells keeps you posted through every step. We never wondered about anything. We were kept in the loop the entire time. " 

Roxanne James

Process was just easy and flawless

"Feedback was quick and easy, the personel are so friendly and helpfull and well trained.  We always knew what was happening next and everything was on time and the whole process was just easy and flawless."

Rechelle Jordaan

We want the best for our kids

"We want the best for our kids. We see this as an investment more than just additional insurance for their future health. Science and technology develop rapidly; who knows what benefits this investment will bring them someday?"

Process was seamless, convenient

"The online registration and payment process was seamless, convenient and easy to use. In addition to the excellent online service, Netcell members were a pleasure to work with, with constant communication via WhatsApp and telephone calls. Service was friendly, informative & compassionate."

Michelle de Beer

Definitely worth the cost

"My wife has an autoimmune disease of Multiple Sclerosis; who knows where medical advancements will take us in the future? My wife and I felt it was definitely worth the cost."

Pete Murray

Peace of mind during a stressful time

"As soon as the national lockdown was implemented, we received a phone call from the Netcells team reassuring us that the service would continue as usual. It gave us peace of mind during a stressful time. We appreciated the friendly reassurance without us even having to ask for it."

Karl Lambson

We see it as a life policy

"We see it as a life policy that we have taken out for our son. Knowing that his stem cells may save his life if needed gives us peace of mind. Or else, donating it one day to save another child’s life would make us happy too."

Sonia Fidder-Woudberg

Minor financial investment

"For the minor financial investment and the potential benefits, should something happen. It is a proverbial no-brainer decision."

Pieter Venter

'Get out of jail free card'

"We decided to bank our daughters stem cells so that we don't have the guilt of saying 'we should have done it' if she  ever has a disease that could be cured by stem cells. Netcells was incredibly helpful throughout to process and we never had any issue trying to get in contact with them. They took great care with our  childs 'get out of jail free card'."

Darien Bester

Stemcell research

"The research that is constantly being done on stem cells means that we could have cures for so many things in the future. We want to give our daughter the very best chance in life. You can never be too prepared."

Convenient from beginning to end

"It was so convenient from beginning to end. Ordering and paying online to receive the box the same week and their speedy response to collect the samples the morning after my 9 pm emergency cesarean delivery."

Nelson and Jessica Cabanita

Help secure our son's healthy future

"We wanted to help secure our son's healthy future should he become ill. Our firstborn, Colton was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at two years old and was told it was autoimmune, so we did not do stem Cells for him. We would like to invest in the future health of our secondborn, Brody, from any illnesses and hope that stem cells will help lead us to live a healthy life for Brody and our firstborn."

Melissa and Damian Viljoen

What an amazing team!

"Professional, caring, understanding, and committed is an understatement. Thank you for the awesome service provided and for the peace of mind given during my journey of uncertainty. What an amazing team and company I must say."

Megan Feldman

Prompt response

"The prompt response and super friendly staff. No matter what we asked, it was treated as important and professional."

Esmeralda Jolliffe

Thank you so much!

"I just wanted to say that you and your team do an amazing job. Thank you for being so efficient and quick to reply. For going the extra mile sending it to the USA, and for planning so meticulously to ensure that it reached there on time. I can highly recommend your company. We are happy to report all is fine with out beautiful baby boy!"

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Chairman of the board .

BSc (Honours) in Molecular Genetics in Biotechnology (Sussex University (UK), PhD (Genetic Engineering) (UKZN).

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Bachelor of Commerce (Rhodes University).

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Dr Musa Mhlanga

BSc (Honours) in Biochemistry (Stellenbosch, SA), PhD in Clinical Biochemistry (Cambridge, UK).

Prof Marco Weinberg

BSc Honours in Medical Biochemistry (Wits), PhD in Molecular Biology (Wits).

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MBChB BSc(Hons), DPhil(Oxon) FCPath.

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Next Biosciences is passionate about impacting people’s health with science. We believe in empowering the budding scientists of today, by fueling their passion for biotechnology and cultivating our future scientists and leaders for tomorrow.

The Netcells ‘Families of Hope’ CSR programme aims to help and improve poor and disadvantaged families’ access to stem cell banking if they have a child with a stem cell-treatable disease.

We are passionate.

Passionate about enabling people to invest in their future health – by us investing in science and technology, to give access to the highest quality products and services.

We aim to exceed our customers’ expectations.

We want to WOW them with an incredible personalised experience.

We hire the best.

People with a growth mindset. Positive, anything is possible attitude. People who are smart and take time to think before doing. Mental models of first principles (breaking things down to their basics) and second order thinking (consequences of actions beyond the first outcome).

We believe in leadership.

Taking responsibility. And standing up for what we believe in.

We expect our people to invest in themselves.

Being curious. Taking up outside hobbies, acquiring new skills. Traveling. Reading. Learning.

We believe in transparency and open communication.

This empowers us all to understand, learn, grow and make informed decisions.

We believe in serving humanity.

We want to make the world a better place. We are all connected. We care. Our people are involved in their communities and love giving back where they can.

We believe in constantly evolving.

Excellence. Innovation. Always thinking about how we can improve to make a positive difference. We are not scared of failure, which without, we cannot learn and advance. We embrace change and adapt with agility.

We believe in collaboration.

And not competition. We can achieve so much more together.

We respect and value diversity.

Diverse backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, qualifications – we can all look at the same thing and interpret it differently. We love challenging ideas openly. Humility and non-judgment is key.

Next Biosciences hires the best. People with a growth mindset. Positive, anything is possible attitude. People who are smart and take time to think before doing.

If you are as passionate as we are about our Manifesto, then you are the right person to apply to join our team.

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A spotlight on science, research and innovation in South Africa

Open Access Government charts the priorities of the National Research Foundation when it comes to science, research and innovation in South Africa, at home and abroad

The National Research Foundation (NRF) in South Africa funds research and encourages critical research infrastructure to promote knowledge production throughout all disciplinary fields. As a government-mandated agency in the fields of science and research, they also highlight the development of high-end human capacity in this vein.

South Africa: Science, research and innovation

NRF sets out to make innovative funding instruments, further public science engagement, push forward research career development and increase the public’s engagement in science. Also, establish leading-edge research platforms are important to NRF because these will “transform the scientific landscape and inspire a representative research community to aspire to global competitiveness.” We should also note that the NRF wants to build bridges between research communities for the mutual benefit of research institutions, international partners, as well as business at home and abroad.

The NRF Strategic Plan 2015-2020 underscores the agency function of the organisation and the part it plays as an implementer of policy within the National System of Innovation (NSI). The NRF’s website develops this important point in their own words. “Playing a critical integration role across the public entities within the Science and Technology sector, the NRF as the agency of government has the ability to catalyse focussed societally beneficial research and development in support of knowledge generation, human capacity development, and innovation.”(1)

Also, Dr Molapo Qhobela is Chief Executive Officer of the NRF, an experienced executive leader with a considerable policy and administration background, indeed, he headed up, “the development of a significant number of policy and strategy documents, which have shaped the nature and operations of South African universities as well as the education system in general.” Further, his knowledge of the National System of Innovation and South African Higher Education System is said to be exceptional. Over the years, he has established networks and international relationships with government entities and funders. (2)

The Commonwealth’s extensive reach

In recent NRF news, we find out that Commonwealth Day was celebrated on 9th March 2020, where a day of workshops, networking and exchange in Pretoria was enjoyed by distinguished guests, scholarship students and alumni. Dr Faye Taylor, Head of Strategic Partnerships at the Association of Commonwealth Universities shared her thoughts on this event and how it will benefit the individuals concerned:

“It was a pleasure to welcome our scholars alongside alumni and distinguished guests to celebrate Commonwealth Day in Pretoria. Scholarships are at the heart of Commonwealth collaboration . They enable not just individuals to develop knowledge in their discipline, embracing new cultures, and creating networks that they treasure throughout their careers, but also national development, by allowing access to the best expertise across the world,” she said.

Dr Aldo Stroebel, Executive Director Strategic Partnerships at the NRF, added his positive thoughts about the event’s impact and reach, including the importance of developing early-career scientists. “The NRF is delighted to partner with a prominent global organisation like the ACU in fostering high-level human capacity development opportunities. Our long-standing and strategic engagement provides a platform to develop and nurture early-career scientists to become leading researchers.

“The Commonwealth’s extensive reach and impact, and support of South Africa’s programmes, contribute significantly to enhance international networks, mentorship and access to global research funds and infrastructure.” (3)

Closing remarks

In closing, it is worth highlighting that funding science, research and innovation are a vital part of NRF’s work and they are keen to push forward collaboration between institutions at home and further afield. The example of the partnership described above illustrates the NRF’s aim to promote “South African research interests across the country and internationally” brilliantly. (1)

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Through the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), the government of the Republic of South Africa instituted the delivery of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) awareness campaigns in collaboration with various institutions, including science centres. Using interactive and/or hands-on exhibits and related programmes, science centres provide a platform for society to engage with SET.

The DSI approved a national plan for a Network of Science Centres in South Africa which has the following goals:

• To promote Science & Technology literacy among young people and the general public.
• To contribute to the enhancement of learner participation and performance in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
• To identify and nurture youth talent and potential in STEM.
• To provide career education in STEM-based discipline.

Accreditation of Science Centres

In pursuit of the above goals, the DSI regards a national network for science centres as an ideal infrastructure for the delivery of STEM public awareness and STEM youth development. The network of science centres is to be established and maintained by means of accreditation. Accreditation against a clear set of criteria would lend credibility to a science centre, and benefits would include the ability to indicate to potential sponsors that the centre is worth supporting. Accredited science centres would qualify to apply for financial grants, support and/or subsidies from the DSI, make use of a pool of exhibits and traveling exhibits, training and shared programmes, and provide a platform for international recognition.

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Membership of the network is voluntarily and is gained through a process of accreditation for a five-year period. Re-accreditation will then take place in a five-year cycle. A member may at any time withdraw from the accredited network. The network makes provision for the admission and management of ongoing membership of this diverse range of science centres. The network will use a developmental approach to support continuous improvement rather than compliance with minimum requirements.

The process of registering and applying is managed by the accreditation office. Join the network and gain accreditation status via a process of self-evaluation and then peer-evaluation during a visit to your science centre.

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The Science Centre Capacity Building (SCCB) Programme was initiated by the DSI with the aim to capacitate the South African science centre community to operate their centres effectively through a number of initiatives and means, including training. In addition to training, the programme also offers opportunities for networking and information sharing among various science centre practitioners.

The Science Awareness Platforms (SAP) Unit at SAASTA has the responsibility to identify training interventions meant to capacitate science centre staff. The participants range from floor presenters to Managers. The training interventions are identified in collaboration with the DSI and the local chapter of the South African Association of Science and Technology Centres (SAASTEC).

Science Centre personnel through centre managers are provided with a list of identified training interventions for the year and invited for participation. The list includes dates for implementation thus allowing participants to plan on time and in line with their centre programmes. Relevant staff members, depending on their roles are nominated at the centres for participation and the SAP Unit at SAASTA is responsible for covering all the costs.

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SAASTA has been mandated by the DSI to administer funds for the enhancement of science centre programmes in South Africa. The overall aim of the Programmatic Support Grant Intervention (PSGI) is to contribute to an environment that enables science centres to respond to the following objectives of the Youth into Science Strategy (YiSS):

• promotion of science and technology literacy among the youth and the general public;
• enhancement of learner participation and performance in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM);
• identification and nurturing of youth talent and potential in STEM; and
• promotion of STEM career education.

The specific activities and items that are funded include the following:

• Interactive Exhibits – Exciting, attractive exhibits that actively engage participants (tell me I’ll forget, show me I’ll remember, involve me I’ll understand). Exhibits that address scientific concepts in a fun, exciting and memorable way.
• Computers – People are given the opportunity to learn computer skills after hours at the centres.
• Mobile Labs – Mobile labs are used to reach remote rural villages with science outreach activities. Mobile labs make it possible for learners in the rural schools to perform scientific experiments hands-on. Mobile labs helps to eliminate the problem encountered by many first year university students who only get the opportunity to see and touch laboratory equipment at university for the first time and then have a distinct disadvantage when compared to students from urban areas.
• Learner Activities – Learner activities range from transporting learners to the centre to participate in programmes, conducting learner workshops, camps for learners, and assisting science clubs in the vicinity of the centre. It is a challenge for most learners to pay travel costs to science centres, therefore the centres often use grant funds for transport. Popular educational activities are rocket building and telescope building workshops.
• General – Centres also use the funding for libraries, where learners are encouraged to read and do research since some centres do not have Internet facilities for research purposes. Career guidance centres are also being introduced in order to address problems related to a lack of information on career choices. Centres have acquired funding to build laboratories to enable learners to perform prescribed experiments.

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Scientific research taking south africa into the future.

The COVID-19 pandemic, which has engulfed South Africa and the rest of the world for the past 10 months has highlighted the importance of investments by governments in science, technology and innovation. Evidence-based information has been at the heart of saving lives and developing a response to the deadly virus. 

The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), led by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, has been an active participant in the government’s Health Ministerial Advisory Committee, which was tasked with advising on the implementation of programmes to contain the pandemic and ensure the safety of all South Africans.

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The DSI will adopt a leadership role in this drive, acting as an enabler of innovations and scientific discoveries that will provide solutions needed to address a broad spectrum of societal needs today and in the future.

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Oceans Research Institute investigates the biology and ecology of mega-fauna, including sharks, marine mammals, and terrestrial carnivores; we advise governmental and non-governmental bodies on relevant conservation issues. We also offer multi-disciplinary practical and theoretical training for aspiring researchers from internship to postgraduate levels in conjunction with partner schools, technical colleges, and universities.

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Calling all professors! 🪼🐚🌊 Ever wondered how you could help your students to get more involved in ocean research? Here`s how... #SharkConservation #mosselbay #marinescience #marineresearch #oceansresearch #sharkscience

5 Reasons to Join Our Field Course!🌊🐚🪼🪸 Engage in hands-on research with leading marine biologists, gaining practical experience in fieldwork and data collection techniques. Earn academic credit recognized by international universities, enhancing your academic profile while immersing yourself in marine research. Explore various topics and methods, from biological studies to fishery research, for a comprehensive understanding of coastal ecosystems. Discover research opportunities studying white sharks, marine mammal bioacoustics, and biodiversity assessments, contributing to conservation efforts. Acquire essential skills like using BRUVs, drones, and responsible fishing practices, preparing you for a successful career in marine science. Join us and make waves in marine science!🌊🦈 #mosselbay #whitesharkresearch #ProtectOurOceans #sharkscience #marineresearch #SharkConservation #fieldresearch #oceansresearch #sharkresearch #marinescience

🦈🌊 Join us on an exhilarating journey as we explore the findings of one of our studies, revealing the fine-scale movements and habitat preferences of white sharks. From seasonally limited movement patterns to size-related behaviour, discover how these sharks navigate their underwater world, shedding light on crucial conservation strategies. Get ready to dive deep into the core habitats of these fascinating creatures and unlock the keys to their protection! #whitesharkresearch #mosselbay #ConservationInsights

What can we do instead? Instead of shark nets and drumlines, alternative methods can be implemented to reduce the risk of shark-human interactions while minimising harm to marine wildlife. Some alternatives include: • Smart Drumlines • Drone Surveillance • Shark Spotter Programs • Education and Awareness Campaigns • Personal Protective Measures https://www.mdpi.com/2079-7737/12/10/1329 https://myfwc.com/research/saltwater/sharks-rays/interaction/reducing-odds/#:~:text=Refrain%20from%20excess%20splashing%2C%20as,in%20areas%20tended%20by%20lifeguards.

🎣 Drumlines: A Similar Concern 1. Understanding Drumlines Drumlines are fishing devices deployed near beaches, posing a threat to marine life due to entanglement and injuries during capture. 2. Concerns with Drumlines Animals caught on drumlines often face high mortality rates, further impacting marine ecosystems and endangering species. 3. Seeking Sustainable Solutions It`s time to explore alternatives to drumlines that prioritize marine conservation while ensuring swimmer safety. Together, we can make a difference. 🐟 #ProtectOurOceans

An international team of marine biologists and local conservationists has ignited a contentious debate with their recent research findings on South Africa`s white shark population. Authored by esteemed scientists and conservationists, their study, published in the journal Ecological Indicators, challenges the notion that white shark populations remain stable, not only from a methodological point of view but also from a conservation point of view. Dr. Enrico Gennari, lead author of a compelling rebuttal article, emphasizes the urgency of conservation efforts for these apex predators. He argues that complacency in accepting the stability of white shark populations could have dire consequences for their survival. The controversy delves deeper into the threats facing white sharks, including human-induced factors under the control of South Africa’s authorities, such as those posed by the lethal shark control program of the KwaZulu Natal Sharks Board, the demersal shark longline fishery. These concerns underscore the critical need for immediate action to protect these majestic creatures, especially if the declines observed in the last 10 years in the Western Cape are representative of the status of the population. The article sheds light on ongoing debates within the scientific community, urging policymakers and the public to prioritize conservation efforts. As the debate intensifies, it serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between human activities and the preservation of biodiversity in our oceans. Can we afford to waste more years? Read the full article by Julia Evans on Daily Maverick for a comprehensive insight into the complex challenges facing white shark conservation in South Africa. https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-12-scientists-challenge-research-showing-sas-white-shark-population-is-stable/

🦈🔍 Explore the fascinating comparison between visual identification (photo-ID) and acoustic telemetry in understanding white shark residency patterns. 📊🌊 Acoustic telemetry steals the spotlight with its precision and continuous monitoring, providing invaluable insights for marine researchers. 🎯 #sharkscience #acoustictelemetry #marineresearch #oceandiscovery

🦈 Understanding Shark Nets What are Shark Nets? Shark nets are deployed near beaches to reduce shark encounters, but they inadvertently harm marine life due to design limitations. The Issue with Shark Nets A study by Shanan Atkins on the KwaZulu-Natal coast shows a 73% mortality rate for animals caught in shark nets, including endangered species like sharks, dolphins, whales and turtles. Impact on Endangered Species Over 2,000 sharks and other marine animals were killed in five years on the KwaZulu-Natal coast alone. Let`s explore sustainable alternatives. #SaveOurSharks 🌊

🚨🦈 Urgent Discussion on Great White Shark Decline! 🦈🚨 🌊 Dr Enrico Gennari, Director of the Oceans Research Institute, delved into the concerning decline of local shark sightings during an interview with Lester Kiewit from Good Morning Cape Town. 🔍 Shedding light on the debate, Dr Gennari and his team challenged the media’s portrayed notion that predation from orcas, specifically the pair Port and Starboard, was solely responsible for the decline. Globally, Great White Sharks thrive in regions with better management and enforcement, such as the US and Australia. 🌟 Despite South Africa`s early protection efforts in 1991, the expected increase in shark numbers hasn`t materialised. Dr Gennari highlights the need to address factors within our control, such as unsustainable practices by the KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and the Demersal Shark Long Line fishery. 📉 The dramatic drop in shark populations affects marine biodiversity and jeopardises South Africa`s ecotourism industry, which once thrived on shark encounters. Illegal fishing, particularly by Chinese vessels, presents additional challenges, but Dr Gennari emphasises the importance of modernising conservation approaches at our disposal. 🛑 Advocating for change, Dr Gennari calls for the termination of outdated lethal shark control methods and unsustainable fisheries and the adoption of newer technologies, such as drones and shark spotters, following the models put forward in countries like Australia. 🌍 Let`s prioritise sustainable management practices to protect our oceans and preserve our country`s rich biodiversity for future generations. #SaveOurSharks #ConservationActionNeeded 🌊🦈 https://omny.fm/shows/capetalk-breakfast/concerned-marine-biologists-call-for-urgent-conser

🎙️ Recently, Dr Enrico Gennari engaged in a crucial discussion on The Daily Round Up with Muallimah Annisa Esscak on Radio Islam International, emphasising the urgency of conservation actions for South Africa`s White Shark populations. 🔍 The conversation shed light on alarming statistics: fewer than 10 white shark sightings annually in historical aggregations of the Western Cape, prompting some researchers to call for a precautionary approach. Dr Gennari, the lead author of a recently published scientific article in the open-access journal Ecological Indicators, stressed the significance of these findings. 🌟 South Africa`s pioneering move in 1991 to protect Great White Sharks underscores their importance not just for the ocean but also for the economy of this country. Dr Gennari and his team challenge claims suggesting the white shark population is stable and has migrated eastward solely to evade predation by Orcas. 📉 Raising concerns, they point out inconsistencies: if the sharks were indeed moving eastward, there should be more sightings on the East Coast. However, the numbers do not match, indicating a deeper issue. 🛑 Identifying two major threats, Dr Gennari emphasises the need for proactive measures: outdated shark nets and drum lines and better management and enforcement of a coastal fishery called the Demersal Shark Longline, together contributing to the deaths of 40-60 white sharks annually since at least 2010. 🔄 Advocating for change, Dr Gennari emphasises the need to modernise shark control programs, even just following the example of Australia, with a 4 times better survival rate using more advanced technology. 👉 "We are not asking for the moon, only for a little common sense and change in something," Dr. Gennari urges. Together, we can make a difference and preserve these magnificent creatures for generations to come. #SaveOurSharks #ConservationActionNeeded 🌊🦈

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Big companies, like Nestlé, are funding health research in South Africa - why this is wrong

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Rachel Wynberg works for the University of Cape Town, South Africa where she holds a research chair funded by the Department of Science and Innovation and National Research Foundation. She serves on the Boards of Biowatch South Africa, and the Union for Ethical BioTrade. This article is written in her personal capacity and does not represent the views of any of these organisations. No benefit will accrue to any organisation.

Tanya Doherty receives funding from the South African Medical Research Council.

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In 2021, the director of the African Research University Alliance Centre of Excellence in Food Security at the University of Pretoria was appointed to the board of the transnational food corporation Nestlé.

At the time a group of more than 200 senior academics wrote an open letter, about conflicts of interest. Nestlé’s portfolio of foods, by its own admission , includes more than 60% that don’t meet the definition of healthy products.

In December last year, the same centre announced it had signed a memorandum of understanding with Nestlé. It signalled their intent to “forge a transformative partnership” to shape “the future of food and nutrition research and education” and transform “ Africa’s food systems ”.

This is not an isolated case.

Across African universities, companies with products that are harmful to health fund health-related research and education.

Nestlé, for example, “shares expertise” with “eight universities in Africa”.

These include the Institute of Applied Science and Technology at the University of Ghana and the Centre Suisse de Recherches Scientifiques in Côte d’Ivoire.

Activities funded under agreements with universities include internships, seminars and training programmes as well as sponsorships for graduate research students.

In South Africa, Nestlé has funded a prize in paediatrics for final year medical students at the University of the Witwatersrand . It also funds a two-year paediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Stellenbosch University.

Bias – even if it’s unconscious

Financial links between corporations and academic institutions are well known to lead to conflicts of interest.

A 2017 paper , Industry sponsorship and Research Outcome, found that “industry funding leads researchers to favour corporations either consciously or unconsciously”.

Those advising governments and charities on dietary policy warn how “current or past financial or personal associations with interested parties make it difficult to distinguish subtle, unconscious bias from deliberately concealed impropriety .”

Other research found that of 168 industry-funded studies, 156 (93%) showed biased results , all in favour of industry sponsors.

In 2018 around 13% of research articles published in the top 10 most-cited nutrition journals were backed by and favourable to the food industry . Such backing is often hidden.  

A growing problem

The world is facing a pandemic of non-communicable diseases – hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer – all linked to the consequences of poor nutrition such as stunting and obesity .

A 2023 Lancet commission reports that “just four industry sectors already account for at least a third of global deaths” , one of which is unhealthy food.

These four industry sectors are expanding their markets in Africa and elsewhere in the global south where the inadequate regulation of the sales and marketing of unhealthy foods, drinks, alcohol, tobacco and agrichemical products provides opportunities for corporations to exploit.

Where there’s smoke …

The most well-known commercial products that harm health are tobacco-related, now widely regulated to decrease harm.

The tobacco industry used many tactics to prevent their regulation . They funded research and whole institutions to produce “evidence” to support the industry or sow doubt about the harmful impacts of tobacco.

In 2019 public health academics at the University of Cape Town in South Africa discovered that the psychiatry department had accepted funding from the Philip Morris Foundation for a Smoke-Free World .

The department subsequently cancelled the contract. This followed outrage from the broader university community. In 2020, the UCT Council adopted a policy disallowing any employee from accepting funding from the tobacco industry.

In another example scientific research published in 1967 implicated saturated fat as the main cause of heart disease. In so doing it downplayed the role of sugar . It took over 40 years to uncover that this research was paid for by the sugar industry.

The decline in research funding in South Africa means that academics need to be especially vigilant. We need to protect our higher education institutions from research bias.

It is not enough to simply declare these interests and assume that this will eliminate the conflict of interest.

Instead, public health academics need to develop much more robust systems to manage conflicts of interest at all levels of academia.

Governance structures at universities need mechanisms to respond to initiatives which run counter to public health.

The Department of Paediatrics and Child Health at the University of Cape Town has called for the end to sponsorship by infant formula milk companies for education, research or policy development.

An online course and toolkit for research ethics committees on conflict of interest in health research provides some practical guidance .

These and other initiatives point the way forward for universities to be alert to the dangers of these “gift relationships” and to be better equipped to protect their integrity.

Lori Lake contributed to this article. She is a Communication and Education Specialist at the Children’s Institute, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Cape Town.

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Full list of research institutions in South Africa (2024)

New and better ways to approach things are discovered daily through research. A country can easily find solutions to its problems through innovative research, which is why developed and developing nations are heavily invested in such areas. This article looks at research institutions in South Africa and their impact.

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South African scientists are constantly working around the clock to come up with ground-breaking innovations. Mzansi has made tremendous strides in the field, although the continent still lags and contributes less than 2% of the world's research.

R&D institutions conduct innovative research to develop new processes or products and improve existing ones. The institutes can specialize in basic research to improve scientific theories or applied research to come up with practical solutions. The study can be in natural science, social science, sociological, or historical.

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The country has several research facilities dedicated to different fields of study. The following South African research institutes are arranged in alphabetical order.

AISA is a Science Council founded in 1960 in Pretoria. The institute started as a non-profit organization before being incorporated into South African science councils with support from the Department of Science and Technology. The AISA conducts socio-economic and political research in Africa.

ARC is a South African premier science institution established in 1990 in Pretoria. The facility conducts research, develops human capital, and fosters innovation to ensure growth in the country's agricultural sector . ARC is funded by the State and the private sector and has several experimental farms and research branches across agroecological zones of South Africa.

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CAPRISA was established in 2002 by five partner institutions, including the University of KZN, the University of Cape Town, the University of Western Cape, the National Institute for Communicable Diseases, and Columbia University in New York. The facility conducts responsive research on HIV, TB and SARS-CoV-2 epidemiology, pathogenesis, and disease prevention and treatment. CAPRISA is a designated Centre of Excellence in HIV prevention for the NRF and the South African Department of Science and Innovation.

CGS, previously called the Geological Survey of South Africa, was established in 1993 in Silverstone, Pretoria. It is one of the National Science Councils of South Africa responsible for research in the field of geoscience and the provision of specialized geoscientific services. The Council is also the national custodian of radiometric, aeromagnetic, and gravity coverage across the Mzansi.

5. Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

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CSIR is a premier African research and developmental facility established in 1945 by an act of parliament. The Pretoria-based organization is the largest R&D institute in Africa and is responsible for socio-economic growth through innovation.

To ensure the desired goals are reached, CSIR focuses on nine clusters. They include NextGen Health, Future production: Chemicals, Future production: Manufacturing, Advanced Agri and Food, Defence and Security, NextGen Enterprises and Institutions, Smart Logistics, Future production: Mining, and Smart Places.

EPRI is a global organization established in 1994 as a non-profit and independent research facility in Cape Town, South Africa. It is responsible for ensuring governments and their developmental partners design and implement strategies that support equitable economic growth and inclusive social development. The facility specializes in research, capacity building, and policy advisory services to ensure comprehensive and integrated social protection systems.

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HartRAO is a National Research Facility established in 1961 by the USA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The institution is located in the west of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa and has been operated by the National Research Foundation (NRF) since 1988. HartRAO's functions post-NASA involve radio astronomy and space geodesy.

HSRC was founded in 1968 in Pretoria as a statutory research agency. The facility has grown to become the largest dedicated social science and humanities research agency in Africa. HSRC conducts large-scale, policy-relevant, and social-scientific research for the public sector, NGOs, and international development agencies. It also ensures the gap between research, policy, and action is bridged and provides objective information to assess South Africa's progress in achieving its goals.

ICFR is a non-government organization founded in 1947 in KwaZulu-Natal. The facility provides project-based research and related services in support of forest management. It offers research capability and solutions to ensure tree improvement and sustainable production. ICFR is privately funded by direct contributions from various companies.

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IFR was established in 1975 as a research facility of the University of Stellenbosch Business School. It specializes in futurology, and its research focuses on energy futures, socio-political studies, technology foresight, applied demographics, long-term economic research, and business futuristics. It helps clients acquire strategic foresight to make better long-range decisions, sense opportunities, and mitigate risks in time. IFR is the first and only Futures Institute established in Africa.

MINTEK is a national mineral research organization established in 1934 in Randburg, Gauteng . The facility is one of the world's largest providers of minerals processing and metallurgical engineering products and services to industries across the globe. MINTEK provides service test work, process development and innovative products using R&D expertise supported by modern laboratories, pilot plants and workshops, and extensive intellectual capital.

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The NHLS is a national public entry established in 2001 in Johannesburg and has a presence in all of South Africa's nine provinces. The facility came into existence through the amalgamation of the South African Institute for Medical Research (SAIMR), the National Institute for Virology, and the National Center for Occupational Health. NHLS is responsible for providing quality, affordable, and sustainable health laboratory services, training, and research.

SAAMBR is a non-government centre founded in 1951 in Durban, KwaZulu, to conduct marine biological and conservation research in the Western Indian Ocean. The facility has three divisions: the Oceanographic Research Insitute (ORI), uShaka Sea World (Aquarium), and the uShaka Sea World Education Centre. SAAMBR is a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

SAAO is a South African national centre for optical and infrared astronomy established in 1972 in the Northern Cape. The facility is operated by the National Research Foundation of South Africa, and its primary function is to carry out research in astronomy and astrophysics. SAAO is headquartered in Cape Town, but its primary telescopes are in Sutherland, Northern Cape.

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SAEON was established in 2002 in Pretoria to perform Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) in the country and surrounding oceans. The facility is operated by the National Research Foundation and has three focus areas, including education outreach, data management, and environmental observation. SAEON is composed of a research network that covers major terrestrial and marine ecosystems in South Africa. The facility's activities are funded by the Department of Science and Innovation.

SAIAB is a National Research Facility founded in 1969 in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape. It is operated by the National Research Foundation and serves as a primary scientific resource for understanding the biodiversity and functioning of significant aquatic ecosystems. Southern Africa is ideally situated with both freshwater and marine biogeographical boundaries hence best suited to monitor and document climate change.

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SAIIA is an independent public policy think tank established in 1934 in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The facility is South Africa's premier research institute on international issues and is responsible for advancing a well-governed, peaceful, economically sustainable, and globally engaged Africa.

SAMRC is a South African parastatal medical research facility established in 1969 in Cape Town. Its primary mandate is to promote the improvement of the health and quality of life of Mzansi citizens through research, development, and technology transfer. SAMRC's research focuses on the ten highest causes of mortality in the country, including women's health, alcohol and substance abuse, chronic ailments, HIV, TB, and cardiovascular diseases.

In 2011, SANEDI was established as a successor to the previously created South African National Energy Research Institute (SANERI) and the National Energy Efficient Agency. The facility's primary responsibility is to direct, monitor and conduct energy research and development, promote innovation, and undertake measures to promote energy efficiency throughout the economy. It is also mandated to develop innovative, integrated, clean energy and resource-efficient solutions to ensure growth and prosperity.

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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States is the largest research centre in the world . NIH is part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services and is responsible for the country's medical research.

The United States has the highest-quality natural sciences research that is boosted by the country's top-performing institutions like Harvard, Stanford, MIT, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It is closely followed by China, which continues to make huge advancements.

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Research universities are committed to research which is done for public benefit. The facilities often receive funding from governments, and they can be public or private research universities.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is regarded as the best research university in the world. The university's research is conducted in 30 departments and through collaborations with organizations like the MIT Lincoln Library, Clinical Research Center, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research, and Center for Computational Engineering. Undergraduates are also involved in research through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP).

Research institutions in South Africa are some of the best in the continent. They continue to make various sectors of the country better and sustainable for economic, social, scientific, and political growth.

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Briefly.co.za highlighted critical skills in South Africa as reported by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). Such skills are deemed critical due to their importance to the country's economy.

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About Mthente Research and Consulting Services

The meaning of mthente.

Mthente is a Zulu word for thorn tree. The thorn tree aptly epitomises the nature and character of our company: the thorns symbolise the resilience and robustness of the firm; the delicate leaves, on the other hand, denote the company’s sensitivity and adaptability to the socio-economic, political and business contexts in which it operates.

Mthente draws inspiration from the Zulu proverb Umthente Uhlaba Usamila, which loosely means that building character in children or young people at an early stage of their development will equip them with the tools to cope with dangers and risks later in their lives. This idiom accords with our company’s belief and commitment to help our clients tackle their problems at the root before they ultimately spiral out of control.

Our core ethos is a guarantee of innovative, cost-effective and high quality research and business solutions for our clients.

Our unique team of research specialists includes experienced experts in applied social and policy research, trade and economics, business administration, and monitoring and evaluation. Mthente is an accredited Level 1 B-BBEE enterprise. In addition, Mthente is accredited by the Southern African Marketing Research Association (SAMRA).

Mthente strives for professionalism and quality through listening, learning and responding for mutual growth. Our core ethos is a guarantee of innovative, cost-effective and high quality research and business solutions for our clients.

At Mthente we value integrity, growth and excellence. We are passionate about our business and are committed to providing value and quality to our clients and partners through hard work, professionalism and open communication. We believe in and embrace the spirit of ubuntu* as an essential component of the way we do business.

Heidi Villa -Vicencio- Managing Director

MBA (Distinction), University of Warwick (UK), 2004 MA History, University of Cape Town, 1995

Heidi is the Founder and Managing Director of Mthente Research and Consulting Services. As Mthente’s Managing Director, she uses her skills and over 25 years’ of professional experience to facilitate and direct strategy, manage stakeholder engagement initiatives, and help researchers to analyse results in a way that is informed by intelligence from the market that tells both the design of products and value propositions.

Heidi is a member of the Southern African Marketing Research Association (SAMRA).  She started her career at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) in 1994. This was followed by five years working as a consultant in the United Kingdom where she consulted for numerous blue-chip organisations. 

Over the last 17 years, Heidi has overseen all the evaluations undertaken by Mthente.  These have included the evaluation of the National Prosecuting Authority’s Community Prosecutor Programme (CPI), a three-year evaluatory initiative to determine the impact of the pilot programme and the three-year longitudinal evaluation for the Department of Small Business Development on SMMEs and Co-Operatives within South Africa, the Wards Based Door to Door HIV and AIDS Programme for the Gauteng Department of Health, The Health Care Workshop Evaluation for the Office of the Premier, Gauteng and the baseline study evaluation on Sexual Violence Against Girls in Schools in South Africa Programme for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund.  Heidi has also been the Project Director for the World Vision EVOKE: Lears for Literacy Pilot in Limpopo and for the World Vision pilot in partnership with the Pearson Institute of Higher Education in Tembisa, Gauteng.  

Heidi has advanced expertise in Board Evaluations, having evaluated and conducted strategy for a number of leading organisations, including Old Mutual, Aspol Insurance, the University of Cape Town, Fairtrade South Africa, the Cape Town Fashion Council, Western Cape Tourism, Trade and Investment (WESGRO) and the Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA).

Ishreen Ismail- Research Director

PhD in Psychology, the University of Cape Town (Current)

MA Research Psychology (Cum Laude), University of the Western Cape (2014)

Ishreen Ismail completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology at the University of Cape Town as well as an Honours and Master’s degree (Cum Laude) in Research Psychology at the University of the Western Cape. Following her Master’s degree, she registered as a Research Psychologist with the Health practitioner’s council of South Africa (HPCSA) and was employed by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) for almost 5 years, where she worked on psychological research in a military and defence force setting. Following her work at the CSIR she took up a position as a psychologist and behavioural scientist at SQN where she managed a range of quantitative and measurement validation projects. Ishreen is currently enrolled for a PhD in Psychology at the University of Cape Town and expects to complete the degree in 2023.  Her key research skills are in the areas of monitoring and evaluation, as well as research measurement design and validation.    

Ishreen has conducted numerous evaluations as either a lead evaluator or senior researcher. She worked as a monitoring evaluation specialist on a community prosecution evaluation for the ISS which had a budget of just under R5 million. In 2020/2021 she was the lead evaluator for an evaluation for the Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical Assistance (VVOB) on the effectiveness of a pilot model to strengthen gender-responsive pedagogy in early childhood education in 72 centers/schools in KwaZulu-Natal province. The budget for this evaluation was just over R1 500 000. She is currently working on a Longitudinal Evaluation of the Columba Youth Leadership Programme, a 4-year project with a budget of over R2 000 000.

Furthermore, Ishreen has managed the evaluation and research teams on several other projects carried out by Mthente which includes a longitudinal study for the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) which had a budget of R2 000 000, an evaluation for the French Embassy in South Africa, evaluation for HWSETA and an evaluation for the Oceana group, amongst others.

Sindile Khani- Senior Researcher

Masters in Criminology, University of KwaZulu-Natal, 2017

Postgraduate Diploma in M&E, Stellenbosch University, 2018

Sindile is a Senior M&E Researcher for Mthente. Sindile completed his postgraduate diploma from in Stellenbosch University and has a sound understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies. At Mthente Sindile has worked on numerous Monitoring & Evaluation and Impact Assessments. A list of projects that Sindile has worked on includes:

• An evaluation of the Gauteng Informal Business Upliftment Strategy for the Gauteng Department of Economic Development.
• Research Manager for the baseline evaluation of the Community Prosecution Initiative for the Institute of Security Studies in Collaboration with the National Prosecution Authorities.
• Development of a monitoring framework for APCOF to systematically track the implementation of SAHRC recommendations by SAPS
• An impact assessment on the Small-Scale Fisheries for Oceana
• Researcher manager in assessing the extent to which the animal improvement scheme, Kaonafatso ya Dikgomo contributed to the economic transformation and commercialisation of the smallholder livestock sector.
• An impact assessment of the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)’s Professional Development Programme (PDP).
• Research on the effectiveness of the pilot model to strengthen gender-responsive pedagogy in early childhood education in 72 centers/schools in KwaZulu-Natal province for the Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical Assistance (VVOB)
• The impact of the Incremental Introduction of African languages in the former Model C schools on behalf of The Pan South Africa Language Board (PanSALB). 

Monitoring and Evaluation Accountability and Learning Technical Support for Save the Children South Africa provide a map/track of the interactions of Save the Children beneficiaries with the programme offerings.

Ngoakwana Modubi- Research Manager

Masters in Research Psychology, University of Cape Town, 2021

Ngoakwana is a Research Manager for Mthente. She completed her undergraduate degree majoring in Psychology and Sociology as well as an Honours in Psychology at the University of Cape Town. Her academic focus for her master’s degree focused on precarious labour and fatherhood among men in Higher Education Institutions. At Mthente Ngoakwana has managed and  worked on the following Monitoring and Evaluation Projects

• Manager and Researcher for Impact Evaluation of Community Prosecution Initiative for the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)
• Manager for the French Embassy (Valued Citizen Initiative) Evaluation project.
• Manager for Longitudinal Evaluation of the Columba Youth Leadership Programme
• Manged the Department of Small Business Development (DSMD)  longitudinal study on SMME’s and Cooperatives Within South Africa covering the period 2021 and 2024
• Quality Assurer for Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical Assistance (VVOB) towards the effectiveness of the pilot model to strengthen gender-responsive pedagogy in early childhood education in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Co-lead researcher for South African Tourism: Mid-Term Assessment of implementation of the Five-Year Strategic Plan 2020 – 2025.
• Researcher for the Impact assessment of the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)’s Professional Development Programme (PDP).

Researcher for Evaluation of the 2020/2021 University of Fort Hare (UFH) FASSET Academic Support programme.

Diane Oaker- Junior Researcher

Diane joined Mthente in February 2009 and has assisted with fieldwork supervision and managing the fieldwork team for qualitative and quantitative data collection. 

Recently, Diane had managed project logistics for the following projects:

• Save The Children South Africa on the skill development and livelihood programs for children on the move in South Africa.
• Evaluation of the 2020/2021 University of Forthare (UFH) FASSET Academic Support programme.
• Impact assessment of the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)’s Professional Development Programme (PDP).
• Evaluation for the Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical Assistance (VVOB)
• Institutional Assessment & Mapping of Return and Reintegration Services in South Africa for IOM South Africa. 
• Due Diligence Study, Tshikululu. 
• Data collection for the Special Economic Zones, Department of Small Business Development (DSBD)
• Outcomes and impact assessment for The Innovation Hub.

She has since been appointed as a Junior Researcher, she has been assisting with analysis and report writing for projects such as the Zenex Foundation stakeholder review and SANEDI cultural survey. 

Gurnicka Greenwood- Research Logistics Manager

Gurnicka joined Mthente Research & Consulting Services at the beginning of 2018 and has worked on the following projects: data collection for the Rand Water Customer Value Management Survey, a Western Cape Office of the Premier After School Game Changers Survey which included conducting telephonic interviews with principals at low and no-fee schools;  data collection for the Western Cape Government, Centre for e-Innovation which including conducting interviews with stakeholders for the stakeholder perception survey.  

Gurnicka has also assisted in managing data collection for the following projects:

• Electrum Value Added Service in all 9 provinces.
• Department of Small Businesses Longitudinal Study on Small, Micro and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs) and Co-operatives (Coops) within South Africa, also assisted in conducting the surveys.
• South African Tourism: Mid-Term Assessment of implementation of the Five-Year Strategic Plan 2020 – 2025.

Heshaylia Moodliar- Researcher and Project Development Co-ordinator

Masters in Research Psychology, University of Pretoria (2022)

Heshaylia joined Mthente Research and Consulting Services as a ‘Researcher and Project Development Co-ordinator’, in February 2023. 

Heshaylia completed her undergraduate degree (cum laude), honours degree (cum laude), and her master’s degree, at the University of Pretoria. Her academic dissertation focussed on ‘The impact of perceived stress on the online learning self-efficacy of university students during the COVID-19 pandemic.’ She went on to complete her internship with the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), by working as an intern research psychologist at the Military Psychological Institute (MPI). Thereafter, Heshaylia registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), as Psychologist in the category “Independent Practice Research Psychology”.

Heshaylia’s main role at Mthente involves identifying and applying for new business opportunities. As such, she is responsible for the proposal write-up process. A few of her numerous proposal developments include the following:

• Survey Studies
• Employee/Customer/Stakeholder Engagement Surveys.
• Monitoring and Evaluation Studies. 
• Board Evaluations.

Heshaylia is engaged in leading research projects from beginning to end, which includes conducting literature/desktop reviews; developing data collection tools; data analysis; report write-up, and client presentations.

Heshaylia describes herself as a hard-working individual who is passionate about applying her research skills to a diverse range of topics. Heshaylia’ s key skills lie in quantitative research, specifically data collection, capturing, and analysis.

Ariq Chetty- Research Logistics Assistant

Ariq Chetty is the newest member of Mthente. He has previous experience in sales and logistics. At Mthente, he has been involved in numerous projects for clients such as HWSETA, FEM, Cornell University, ISS, and Oceana. He has successfully managed the fieldworkers on various projects and has conducted surveys as well as interviews with key stakeholders and government officials. Ariq’s key strengths are his ability to actively manage large groups of fieldworkers who are out in the field as well as his ability to conduct in-depth interviews.

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Dr nedson pophiwa- m&e expert.

PhD Economic History, University of KwaZulu-Natal, 2018; MA Forced Migration Studies, 2009

Dr Nedson Pophiwa is a research, monitoring and evaluation expert with over a decade of experience in leading several projects for various clients and sectors. He is currently a Senior Researcher at the National Consumer Commission, where he heads the research, records and knowledge, management division. He is also a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Witwatersrand’s Centre for Learning on Evaluation and Results in Anglophone Africa (CLEAR-AA). He previously worked for the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) and the Africa Institute of South Africa. Dr Nedson Pophiwa begins his new role as a Senior Lecturer in Public Governance and Monitoring and Evaluation at the Wits School of Governance on 1 July 2021.

For the past decade, Dr Pophiwa has been involved in several research and monitoring and evaluation projects within South Africa and the region. He worked in different capacities as principal investigator, data analyst and report writer on projects commissioned by ministries, provincial government departments, local government and donors. Concerning M&E projects, Nedson has played a significant role from start to end of several projects. Examples include being a co-principal investigator in an evaluation of training programmes offered by the Local Government SETA, and a team member in evaluating the implementation of constitutional court judgements, a project funded by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development. Nedson also played a crucial role in the facilitation of the theory of change for the Commission for Gender Equality during its twenty-year review process. He has also conducted quality assurance for evaluation reports produced by public organisations and consulting firms.

Not only does Nedson possess vast experience, in managing research and evaluation projects but management experience within the public service. As an EXCO member at the Commission, Nedson has played a significant role in the formulation of policy. An example is that at the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, he was part of a team, which contributed to the formulation of Regulations on price gauging that were then promulgated by the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition in March 2020. In the past, he has also been involved in evaluating public policies, for example in 2014 he was part of the HSRC team that conducted an evaluation of the Immigration legislation of South Africa and presented findings to the minister. He is well versed with methodologies for evaluating public sector policies, programmes and projects.

Nedson has published several peer-reviewed publications and read papers at international and national conferences. He co-edited a book titled, “The evaluation landscape in Africa” which contributes to debates on monitoring and evaluation in Africa.

Rochelle Jacobs- Economist

Masters (Economics), Stellenbosch University

Economist & Lead Researcher Ms Rochelle Jacobs completed her honours in 2016 where she worked in mathematical modelling and econometric analysis. Her Honours thesis was selected as the Stellenbosch University entry for the Founders Medal – a national competition between all South African universities to establish the best thesis in various categories.

Further, Rochelle also presented her Honours thesis at the Annual Post-Graduate Economics Conference, held at the University of Cape Town in 2016. Rochelle has a Master’s degree in economics. During her post-graduate studies, Rochelle completed courses and research assignments in Advanced Time Series Analysis and Advanced Cross-Section and Panel Data Analysis, enabling her to conduct detailed statistical analysis.

Rochelle was Mthente’s lead researcher on:

• The Annual Review of SMMEs and Cooperatives in South Africa for the Small Enterprise Finance Agency (SEFA)
• Longitudinal study on SMME’s and Co-operatives in South Africa for the Department of small business development
• Electrum value-added services report

Dr Guy Lamb- Justice & Criminal Justice Expert

Ph.D. in Criminology and Masters and Honours degree in International and Comparative Politics from UCT.

Dr Guy Lamb is the BA International Studies Programme Leader within the Political Science Department at the University of Stellenbosch (South Africa). He also serves as a commissioner with the high-level National Planning Commission (Presidency of the Republic of South Africa) where he chairs the Commission’s Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Task Team. Between 2012 and 2020 he was the Director of the Safety and Violence Initiative at the University of Cape Town. Prior to this he was a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Security Studies (2006-2012), and Senior Researcher at the Centre for Conflict Resolution (2000-2005).

He is a National Research Foundation rated researcher and has undertaken research and published on crime and violence reduction, urban safety, policing and peace-building issues in Africa for more than 25 years. He has worked with numerous governments and various United Nations agencies on peace and security issues. Dr Lamb has lead two research projects on xenophobic violence in South Africa, both funded by USAID.

Dr Ariane Neethling

PhD Statistics, University of Witwatersrand, 2004 MSc Statistics (Cum laude), Potchefstroom University, 1988

Ariane gained experience as biometrist at the Medical Research Council of South Africa (MRC); as chief statistician at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC); as lecturer at the University of Pretoria where she was involved in the university’s statistical consultation service Statomet; and as a senior lecturer at Stellenbosch University. She is also part of a research team in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science at Stellenbosch University, examining weighting techniques and statistical analyses of complex sampling data, including poverty and inequality measures and small area estimation.

Ariane is Mthente’s statistical consultant and sampling expert. As a sampling expert for both Mthente and other market research companies, she is responsible for the designing and drawing of samples ranging from countrywide samples and tracker samples to samples from smaller populations with unique characteristics. She is responsible for the calculation of the design weights for the realised samples; and also applies benchmarking techniques, where necessary. For some projects she also conducts statistical analysis and draws statistical inferences based on the survey data.

Ariane is part of a team that constructed an Enumerator Area (EA) sampling frame and is responsible for updating it annually to the newest released mid-year population estimates of Statistics South Africa (StatsSA). At the moment this is the most up-to-date sampling frame available in South Africa. She has served as a member of the South African Statistical Council since 2013. She is a member of the South African Statistical Association (SASA) as well as the International Association of Survey Statisticians (IASS), and is registered as a Professional Natural Scientist with the South African Council for Natural Science Professions (SACNASP). Ariane has used her statistical expertise in various projects that Mthente has undertaken including survey work for the following clients (among others):

• Communicare; • TBSP Advertising and Marketing; • Amandla Edu-Football, through its partnership with the Safety and Violence Initiative at the University of Cape Town (SaVI-UCT) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC); • Gauteng Department of Health.

Stefan Redelinghuys

BSc Science, University of South Africa, 2015

Stefan Redelinghuys has expertise in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and cartography and manages large-scale GIS projects in transportation, asset management and research disciplines. He also has specialist knowledge in the areas of demographics data, census data and cartography for field assessments with a strong focus on spatial analytics and reporting. Stefan has worked with Mthente on a number of survey research projects for clients such as: • Amandla Edu-Football, through its partnership with the Safety and Violence Initiative at the University of Cape Town (SaVI-UCT) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC); • TBSP Advertising and Marketing; • Gauteng Department of Health.

Dr Donald Skinner

PhD Clinical Psychology, Stellenbosch University, 2001 MPH, University of Cape Town, 2008 MA Clinical Psychology, University of Cape Town, 1989

Donald is a registered clinical psychologist. Following the completion of his PhD, he then moved into the field of research and obtained a Masters’ degree in Public Health, focusing on biostats and research design. He is currently the Director of Research on Health and Society (RHS), a research unit at the University of Stellenbosch. In addition to his other roles at the University he teaches qualitative research and community based participatory methods and supervises Masters and PhD students.

He has researched South African health and culture, often in community or primary health clinics, using both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Donald has been the local Principal Investigator on multiple internationally-funded studies related to risks to communities including HIV/Aids, substance abuse, violence, and gender issues and has also worked with families to enhance parenting skills. Previous posts include research officer at an NGO working with victims of violence, director of the AIDS and Society Research Unit at UCT and senior research specialist at the HSRC. He has a long history of involvement in health issues, including the struggle against apartheid in the health sector, and has worked closely with NGOs.

Donald has previously provided training for Mthente’s researchers on qualitative research methodologies. He is currently working with Mthente on projects for the Gauteng Department of Health. This is a large-scale evaluation to determine and assess the outcomes of the ward-based, door-to-door HIV and AIDS Education Programme that is being rolled out by the Gauteng Department of Health.

Solly Moeng

PhD candidate: Crisis Communications Management, University of Cape Town, 2016 Post Graduate Diploma Marketing, IMM Graduate School of Marketing, 2005 MA, Université de Franche-Comté, Besançon, France, 1992

Solly is Mthente’s experienced brand specialist and media professional consultant with specialisation in strategic communications, public relations and media relations. He was South African Tourism’s marketing manager in Canada, based in Toronto, before being appointed to head the organisation’s operations in the United States where, as country manager based in New York, he managed the roll-out of South Africa’s tourism growth strategy in the United States and Canada.

Solly has also worked as business development and marketing manager of Mesure, a South African subsidiary of French multinational construction company, Bouygues Travaux Publics and for Basil Read. He has also occupied marketing and communications manager positions with CapeNature and the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). A former Cape Times columnist, Solly now also writes weekly columns for Fin24.com, focusing on corporate reputation management. He has provided brand expertise to Mthente for research conducted for Brand South Africa and Interbrand.

Michael Daries

Michael is the owner and creative force behind Kult Creative, a design agency based in Cape Town. He has more than 20 years experience in the design and printing industry, and manages to offer creative and innovative solutions to both his and Mthente’s clients.

He has collaborated with Mthente and has been involved with our brand and publications development since 2005. He has designed report publications for Mthente’s clients, such as our report entitled Atlantis: Building Communities through Sport and Recreation, as well as the research to inform the establishment of community recreation hubs – both for the City of Cape Town Department of Sports, Recreation and Amenities.

Dr Izak Van Zyl

PhD Communication Science, Università della Svizzera italiana (Switzerland), 2013 MA Social Anthropology, Stellenbosch University, 2010

Having completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of South Africa, Izak is now permanently based at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) in Cape Town. He has a strong publication record and has presented at numerous international conferences and symposia. Izak’s research expertise covers digital anthropology and media, the philosophy of information systems, and design anthropology. Methodologically, he is interested in digital ethnographic, participatory and meta-analytic approaches.

Izak is a National Research Foundation (NRF)-rated researcher, and is highly skilled in designing and conducting social scientific research with particular expertise in qualitative research, fieldwork and data analysis. Furthermore; he is an experienced consultant in the fields of communication, informatics, anthropology, and development. Izak is a member of several organisations and scientific and technical committees. He is the editor for ICT submissions at the Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, and is a member of Anthropology Southern Africa. He has garnered a number of “best paper” awards at international conferences.

Izak has collaborated with Mthente on work for the Department of Small Business Development (DBSD), in conjunction with the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), as well as for TBSP Advertising and Marketing.

Alison Goldstuck

MPhil Future Studies, Stellenbosch University, 2011 MEcon, Rand Afrikaans University, 2003

Alison is a qualified economist with over 16 years’ experience that includes work with blue-chip corporates, the public sector, management consulting and international policy think-tanks. Her experience includes providing advisory services (e.g. research, strategy and policy analysis) and implementing solutions (e.g. business process improvement and project management).

She has specialist knowledge in financial services, energy, mining, the electricity supply industry and climate mitigation. At the same time, she has also developed expert skills in sector studies, value-chain analysis, market and product strategies, scenario development and facilitation.

Over the past two years, Alison has focused on gaining specialised knowledge about the financial regulation and industry codes that are driving responsible investment. Projects in this space include work for the United Nations and collaborating with the University of Cape Town, Graduate School of Business (UCT-GSB) on a forthcoming paper.

Allison is currently working with Mthente on a project that is being conducted for the Department of Small Business Development (DBSD), in conjunction with the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC).

Gerald Claasen – GNC Research Services

National Senior Certificate (NSC)

Gerald is the director of GNC Research Services – a company with 15 years of fieldwork experience. Gerald and his team work with Mthente to undertake large-scale fieldwork and respondent recruitment in the Western Cape, Northern Cape, Free State, North West and KwaZulu Natal. He specialises in social research fieldwork including household demographic and census data collection, and has experience working both for Statistics South Africa and the Medical Research Council. For Mthente, he has managed fieldwork for the following clients:

• City of Cape Town; • Amandla Edu-Football, through its partnership with the Safety and Violence Initiative at the University of Cape Town (SaVI-UCT) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC); • TBSP Advertising and Marketing; • Gauteng Department of Health; • Communicare.

Phila Nkonyane

Phila is the director of Brand i+D – a fieldwork company working in collaboration with Mthente in conducting large-scale fieldwork including conducting surveys and focus group discussions particularly in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, North West, Free State and the Eastern Cape. Phila and his team have a depth of experience in conducting fieldwork for market research (mystery shopping, consumer perception & satisfaction surveys including brand & product testing surveys). They specialise in respondent recruitment across LSM groups 4-10 and conduct fieldwork using bespoke survey technology platforms such as Survey-to-Go developed by Dooblo® which ensures quick turn-around times for data collection

Gill Naeser

BA (Hons) Psychology and Education, University of South Africa, 1995 Higher Diploma in Education (Pre-primary), Barkly House Teacher’s College, 1984

Gill has been working in the field of Early Childhood Development (ECD) for more than 30 years and has an in-depth understanding of the context of the ECD field. She has been involved in all aspects of ECD from development; scoping and implementation to the end phase and has wide experience in the monitoring and evaluation of ECD projects. She has conducted research in ECD both nationally and regionally, has developed accredited ECD training and skills programmes, and conducted verification of those programmes. She has assisted ECD non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to develop their capacity and has offered them specialist training. Gill works closely with government departments, universities, NGOs and donors and has presented a number of papers at conferences.

Gill will be working on the research project for The Networking HIV/Aids Community of South Africa (NACOSA), where she will provide expert advice on the design of the evaluation tools as well as during the analysis and reporting of the data.

BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH

South africa.

Specialized Crop Protection Research

BioScience Research provides comprehensive and tailor made service s to the Crop Science and Plant Protection Industry with over 20 years of experience.

Project Management

Field Phase Studies

Glass House Studies

Laboratory Studies

Residue Studies (OECD GLP Compliant Residue Studies)

Plant and Soil Pathology

Pest and Disease Identification

Regulatory Consultancy Services

Seed Safety Laboratory

Soil Disinfestation Expertise

Biocontrol, Biopesticide, Microbial, Macrobial and related Research

Oenological Research, Laboratory and Small Scale Fermentation Studies and Wine Chemistry

The Firm was established in 2003 with it's head office in Cape Town. Today BioScience Research employs a number of expert researchers and has offices across South Africa.

Our focus has always been on the protection of the environment, users of crop protection products and ultimately the consumer.

CONSULTANCY

Our team of expert researchers and consultants will guide you through the various regulatory and registration hurdles ensuring smooth, fast and efficient progression of your product.

Head Office:

BioScience Research Centre, 6 Pastorale Street, Durbanville Business Park, Fisantekraal, Cape Town, 7550, South Africa

Regional Office: 

BioScience Suptropical Research Centre, Aquapark, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa.

For more information email marketing[at]bsrsa.com

Tel. +27 21 975 7222

Research, science and technology

South african organisations, international websites.

• African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS)
• Agrément South Africa (facilitating introduction, application and utilisation of satisfactory innovation and technology development)
• ArcelorMittal South Africa (largest steel producer on the African continent)
• Armscor (Armaments Corporation of South Africa SOC Ltd)
• Centre for High Performance Computing (CHPC)
• Central Energy Fund (Solutions to meet the future energy needs of South Africa, the Southern African Development Community and the sub-Saharan African region)
• Chemin (South African Chemical Technology Incubator)
• Concrete Institute (non-profit organisation that provides technical services in concrete to the construction industry through education, information and technical advisory services)
• Consulting Engineers South Africa
• Council for Geoscience
• Council for Science and Industrial Research (CSIR)
• Eskom (South African power uitility)
• Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO)
• Human Science Research Council (HSRC)
• Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)
• Karoo Array Telescope (Kat)
• Mintek (provider of minerals processing and metallurgical engineering products and services)
• National Advisory Council on Innovation (NACI)
• National Aerospace Centre
• National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS)
• National Research Foundation (NRF)
• South African Environmental Observatory Network (SAEON)
• South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity (SAIAB)
• South African Research Chairs Initiative (Sarchi)
• Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PMBR)
• Public Understanding of Biotechnology
• Softstart Business and Technology Incubator
• South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA)
• Southern African Association of Science and Technology Centres (SAASTEC)
• South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO)
• South African Bureau of Standards (SABS)
• Southern African Large Telescope (SALT)
• South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)
• South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) (gives formal recognition to laboratories, certification bodies, inspection bodies, proficiency testing scheme providers and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) test facilities)
• South African National Antarctic Programme
• South African National Space Agency
• South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NECSA)
• South African Pulp and Paper Industries (SAPPI)
• South African Quality Institute (SAQI)
• South African Weather Service
• South African Women in Science and Engineering (SA WISE)
• Square Kilometre Array (SKA)
• Water Research Commission (WRC)
• Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
• Department of Environment, Forestry and Fishereis
• Department of Health
• Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
• Department of Science and Innovation
• Department of Trade, Industry and Competition
• Global Earth Observation System
• American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
• European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP)
• German Agency for Technical Co-operation (GIZ)
• Group on Earth Observations
• International Council for Science (ICSU)
• International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)
• International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO)
• IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute
• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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