Roadshow overview During the months of March to May, a series of roadshows were organized across institutions of higher learning in South Africa, spearheaded by key members of DIRISA, including DIRISA SDC and DIRISA DATA services. These roadshows served as vital platforms for disseminating information, sharing insights, and fostering collaboration within the data science and research community. Through engaging presentations, and interactive sessions, participants had an interest to use our services gain valuable knowledge about the latest developments in data management, analysis, and sharing practices. The roadshows also facilitated networking among researchers, data scientists, policymakers, and other stakeholders, fostering meaningful connections and partnerships. By reaching out to various regions throughout South Africa, the roadshows aimed to promote awareness and understanding of the importance of data-driven research and its impact on society and decision-making processes. Overall, these roadshows played a pivotal role in advancing the mission of DIRISA and empowering the South African research community to harness the power of data for societal benefit. data science, data analysis and research to try and solve socio-economic problems that face South Africa. Institutions visited: Botho University University of Free State (UFS) University of the Western Cape (UWC) Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Vaal University of Technology (VUT) Walter Sisulu University (WSU) University of Fort Hare (UFH) Nelson Mandela University (NMU) North_Tapiwa Rhodes University (RU) University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) University of Venda (UniVen) University of Limpopo University of Mpumalanga (UMP) – upcoming University of Zululand – upcoming Durban University of Technology (DUT) – upcoming Sol Plaatjie University – upcoming University of the Cape Town (UCT) – upcoming North-West University (NWU) – upcoming

📢 Announcement: Registration Now Open! 🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that registration for the Annual National Research Data Workshop 2024 is now open! Hosted by Data Intensive Research Initiative of South Africa (DIRISA), this event marks a significant milestone in the research landscape of our nation. 📅 Date: July 3rd – July 4th Get ready to mark your calendars for July 3rd to July 4th, as we embark on a journey of knowledge exchange and collaboration at this flagship event. With insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss out. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this groundbreaking event! Registration and abstract submissions close: 24 May 2024 For registration and more information, visit https://events.chpc.ac.za/e/ResearchData2024 or scan the QR code below. See you at the Annual National Research Data Workshop!  

Explore the latest initiative from the SMU Department of Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT) under the School of Science and Technology as they recently hosted a Datathon Roadshow in collaboration with the Data Intensive Research Initiative of South Africa (DIRISA) from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). This engaging event, part of the CSIR country-wide program, showcased the dedication of SMU towards fostering innovation and collaboration within the data science community. Learn more about this impactful event and its significance in advancing data-intensive research.

Read about the outstanding performance of UNIZULU students at the recent DIRISA Datathon Challenge where they showcased their exceptional skills and innovation. Claiming the prestigious 3rd place, their impressive achievements highlight the collaborative spirit and talent nurtured within our community. Discover more about their success story in this article!”