Dr Phil Mjwara, the Department of Science and Innovation’s long-standing director-general, has received recognition for his contribution to promoting SA’s science, technology and innovation.South African Medical Research CouncilThrough the awards, says a statement, SAMRC acknowledges outstanding contributions to health research.
He is also highly-regarded in various global forums, as a senior member of the Unesco International Basic Sciences Programme and the Square Kilometre Array Observatory Council. “Dr Mjwara has set the vision for all policy development in the science and technology sector in SA. He saw the need to create sustainable programmes, infrastructure and human capacity to ensure SA achieves excellence in critical areas of science and technology,” noted Gray.