The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) acknowledges and appreciates the recognition by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on the importance of innovation in driving South Africa’s socio-economic development.
As an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), TIA particularly appreciates the championship by Ms. Tsakani Shiviti, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation, who emphasised the role of science, technology and innovation in driving transformative changes in various sectors of the economy including, mineral beneficiation, renewable energy, clean energy solutions, the circular economy, and the hydrogen economy. These sectors are essential for South Africa’s transition to a more sustainable and globally competitive economy. TIA continues to play a pivotal role in enabling innovations that translates into commercial opportunities.