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WADER aims to bridge the gap between the R&D and pre-commercialization stages of the water innovation continuum by moving technologies out of the laboratories and proving them in real-world test situations. WADER WILL:
Collaborate;
Coordinate demonstrations;
Inform;
Connect stakeholders;
Assess and showcase technologies. WADER WILL NOT:
Provide funding;
Endorse technologies;
Accredit/certify technologies, individuals and/or organisations;
Generate standards;
Commercialise technologies.
09/06/2025
Water Research Commission 2025-26 Call for Project Concept Notes for Research, Development and Innovation (RDI)
The WRC is pleased to announce the upcoming 2025-26 Call for Concept Notes for the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Projects , which shall start in April 2026.
To support applicants in preparing their submissions, the WRC will host 4 comprehensive online workshops called "WRC 101" on the 18th and 19th June 2025 . These workshops will cover essential WRC processes and highlight changes from previous application cycles. To register for one of the WRC 101 workshops use the following links:
18 June 2025 – 09:00 – 11:00: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VwnaORzySH6Y2YEPtBCo4w #/registration
18 June 2025 – 13:00 – 15:00: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uUDzm1fjS3q8rSavDT42tg #/registration
19 June 2025 – 09:00 – 11:00: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RICrLzp6TNKnftpz7HTuQA #/registration
20 June 2025 – 13:00 – 15:00: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bGA5wDNNSUmYuJ5GcSf3dg #/registration
The timeline for the Call for Concept Notes is available in the attached document and can also be accessed through the following link: https://wrcwebsite.azurewebsites.net/mdocs-posts/rdi-2025-26-call-timeline-02-june-2025-002/
Key Deadline: All Concept Note submissions must be received by Friday, 11 July 2025 at 15:30.
Important: Only concept notes that strictly adhere to WRC's prescribed processes and requirements will be considered for evaluation.
06/05/2025
Calling all Young South African Municipal Engineers to apply for a Young Engineers “Changemakers” training opportunity!
YECP Call Advert:https://wader.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Water-YECP-Advert_APRIL-2025_REVISED-1.pdf
Expression of Interest Template (EoI): https://wader.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Water-YECP-EOI-Template_-APRIL-2025-Call-1.docx
08/04/2025
At YECP bootcamp day 2, Mogale Maleka of AB FARMS provides an in-depth look at the journey of an innovator in the South African Water Sector. , .
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Bloukraans Building, Lynnwood Bridge Office Park, 4 Daventry Street, Lynnwood Manor
Pretoria
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| Monday | 07:45 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:45 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:45 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 07:45 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 07:45 - 16:00 |
