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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.

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

Dr Manjusha Sunil wraps up last day of YECP 2025 bootcamp.

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Day 2 of YECP bootcamp: Jeffrey Baloyi presents the CSIR Water Centre.

YECP bootcamp day 2: Yasmeen Ally highlights the journey of an innovator in the Water Sector.
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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. , .

Galaletsang Keebine presents The SARVA platform at SAEON, emphasizing data submission.

Lorato Mabula, one of 2024 YECP delegates, sharing her experiences as a young female municipal engineer and a former YECP delegate.

Dr Sunil- Programme Manager welcoming YECP 2025 group.

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Calling all Young South African Municipal Engineers to apply for a Young Engineers “Changemakers” training opportunity!

YECP Call Advert: https://wader.org.za/water-yecp-advert_november-2024/

Expression of Interest Template (EoI): https://wader.org.za/water-yecp-eoi-template_2024-call/

The Emerging Researcher Acceleration Programme: Doctoral Support Call – https://wrcwebsite.azurewebsites.net/mdocs-posts/emerging-researcher-acceleration-programme-doctoral-support-call/

Word Template for drafting before applying - https://wrcwebsite.azurewebsites.net/mdocs-posts/wrc-phd-funding-application-template/

To apply for doctoral funding use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeda2iYBKi_xC997voB-i3hAXwM1dsFMAT_FsH_xnRbTDDEag/viewform?usp=sf_link