DST

Brief Overview

The DST strives toward introducing measures that put science and technology to work to make an impact on growth and development in a sustainable manner in areas that matter to all the people of South Africa.

This includes focused interventions, networking and acting as a catalyst for change in terms of both productive components of our economy, making it competitive in a globally competitive liberalised environment, and also in respect of the huge development backlog existing among the poorest components of our society. The goal of realising this vision is underpinned by development and resourcing strategies for the formation of science, engineering and technology, human capital, democratisation of state and society, promotion of an information society and ensuring environmental sustainability in development programmes.

Vision

To create a prosperous society that derives enduring and equitable benefits from science and technology.

Mission

To develop, coordinate and manage a national system of innovation that will bring about maximum human capital, sustainable economic growth and improved quality of life.

Corporate Values

We are guided by the following values:

• Professionalism
  An employee must strive to deliver top-class quality products and services, seek innovative ways to solve problems and enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
• Competence
  An employee must be faithful and honest in the execution of her or his duties and must be committed through timely service towards the development and upliftment of all South Africans.
• Integrity
  An employee must be responsible and accountable in dealing with public funds, property and other resources.
• Transparency
  An employee must promote transparent administration and recognise the right of access to information excluding information that is specifically protected by law.

(As taken from the website: http://www.dst.gov.za)

MKI is proud to be in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology.