National Research Foundation (NRF)

National Research Foundation (NRF) is an independent government agency of South Africa established in 1999 to promote and support research through funding, human resource development and the provision of research infrastructure. Based in Pretoria, the NRF advances excellence in science, technology and innovation to contribute to national development and global competitiveness. It oversees key national research facilities, supports postgraduate training, and fosters international collaboration to strengthen the country’s research capacity and knowledge economy.