Report on Delivery to Women

22. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

    Achievements For South African Women

    • The Department established the South African Reference Group on Women in Science and Technology (SARG). Its objectives include:
      • the promotion of a research agenda that includes women
      • the promotion of innovation that favours women’s contribution to wealth creation,
      • giving advice on mechanisms for increasing the contribution and participation of women in Science and Technology
      • highlighting role models that promote and advance women in Science and Technology.
      • The Department commissioned a quantitative study into women in Science, Engineering and Technology (SET)
      • The Department established Women in Science Awards
      • The Department initiated the National Science and Technology Programme for Young Women
      • The Department established poverty relief projects that focus on women. Such projects include:
        • Hand papermaking
        • Weaving
        • Mohair use
        • The Department hosted a Conference on Women in Science and Technology
        • The Department annually holds Top Female Performers in Mathematics and Science Competitions