Wader

Wader The Water Technologies Demonstration Programme (WADER) is a partnership between the Department of Science and Technology and the Water Research Commission.

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.

Dr Manjusha Sunil wraps up last day of YECP 2025 bootcamp.  ,
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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.
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Day 2 of YECP bootcamp: Jeffrey Baloyi presents the CSIR Water Centre.

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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 ...
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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.
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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 YEC...
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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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Dr Sunil- Programme Manager welcoming YECP 2025 group.

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