The Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC) was established in February 1993 by the Government of Zimbabwe through the Research Act [Chapter 10:22] SIRDC's mandate is to carry out strategic research and development (R & D) for the benefit of the manufacturing, service, agricultural as well as to commercialise R & D outputs.

Informatics Institute
ICT competence in Software Development, Website Design, Network Design & Support, Repair & Maintenance and Training.
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Metallurgical Research Institute
Research and development in mining, metallurgical, materials, foundry and other forming technologies
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National Metrology Institute
Benchmarking the national measurement system through internationally traceable and recognized calibration services.
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Polymer Science Institute
Scientific and technological advancement of polymeric materials and nanotechnology through research and development.
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Production Engineering Institute
Expertise in the Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing, Electrical and Chemical Engineering fields.
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Who We Are

Mission

To provide Zimbabwe and the region with technological solutions for sustainable development

 

Vision

To be the leading Centre for the development of Zimbabwe and the region through reduction to practice of technologically developed products and processes SIRDC has 12 research institutes, namely:

 

Core Values

  • We uphold integrity in all activities we are involved in.
  • We are an equal opportunity employer
  • We comply with government policies and regulations
  • We recognize the value of our employees
  • We encourage team work
  • We are a learning organisation
  • We recognize ethical business relationships
  • We value safety, health, the environment and quality

 

What We Offer

Research & Development

SIRDC has the following research institutes:

Products

SIRDC provides the following R&D products for sustainable development:

Consultancy Services

SIRDC offers consultancy services in the following areas​:

Training

SIRDC offers the following training courses:

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