The mission of the Department of Science and Technology is to provide leadership, an enabling environment, and resources for science, technology and innovation in support of South Africa’s development.

The Address of the Department: Science and Technology (DST) of the National Government of South Africa is given below

Contact Details :
Department of Science and Technology
Physical: DST Building 53, CSIR Campus, Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria
Postal: Private Bag X894, Pretoria, 0001
Tel: 012 843 6300
Fax: 012 349 1037

Management Team

Minister
Ms N Pandor

Deputy Minister
Ms Z kaMagwaza-Msibi

Director General
Dr P Mjwara

Chief Financial Officer:
Ms Pretty Makukule

Deputy Directors General:
Dr Thomas Auf der Heyde (Research Development and Support)
Mr Daan du Toit (International Cooperation and Resources)
Mr Tommy Makhode (Institutional Planning and Support)
Ms Nombuyiselo Mokoena (Corporate Services)
Mr Mmboneni Muofhe (Technology Innovation)
Mr Imraan Patel (Socio-Economic Innovation Partnerships)

Senior Management:
Mr Matile Malimabe (Chief Information Officer)
Mr Mathule Motswiane (Acting Chief Director: Human Resources)

Communications Officers:
Mr Canaan Mdletshe (Media Liaison Officer)
Mr Lunga Ngqengelele (Media Liaison Officer)