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The Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre
The Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC) was established by the Government of Zimbabwe in February 1993 under the provisions of the Research Act of 1986.
The Centre’s mandate is to carry out strategic research and development (R & D) for the benefit of the manufacturing, service, agricultural and mining sectors and to commercialize R & D outputs.
The Centre’s mandate is to carry out strategic research and development (R & D) for the benefit of the manufacturing, service, agricultural and mining sectors and to commercialize R & D outputs.
Vision
The leading technology and innovation Centre for the development of Zimbabwe and the region.
Mission
To provide solutions for sustainable development, through application of technologically developed products and processes.
Core Values
- Integrity
We uphold honesty, transparency & accountability in our operations.
- Fairness and Equity
We treat all stakeholders with respect & impartiality.
- Complaince
We comply with policies & regulations.
- Employee Recognition
We value our employees.
- Teamwork
We believe in working and winning as a team.
- Safety and Health
We prioritise safety, health, environment and quality in all our activities.
The leading technology and innovation Centre for the development of Zimbabwe and the region.
To provide solutions for sustainable development, through application of technologically developed products and processes.
Integrity
We uphold honesty, transparency & accountability in our operations.
Fairness and Equity
We treat all stakeholders with respect & impartiality.
Complaince
We comply with policies & regulations.
Employee Recognition
We value our employees.
Teamwork
We believe in working and winning as a team.
Safety and Health
We prioritise safety, health, environment and quality in all our activities.
Unlocking Zimbabwe's Economy through coordinated Research and Development
The Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC) has adopted a Cluster System to optimize delivery of services for the benefit of the economy in line with the “Whole of Government Approach”. The Research and Development (R&D) clusters, which fall under Programme 2 mirror the National Development Strategy 1(NDS1) priority areas. These are: Agriculture; Energy and Power; Health; Industry and Manufacturing; Information and Communication Technologies; Built Environment and Transportation Systems; Water and Environment; Mining and Mineral Beneficiation; Small and Medium Enterprises; and Commercialisation.
The Programme 1 clusters which are Corporate Governance and Administration Clusters are Finance; Audit; Human Resources, Records Management, and Cafeteria; Works, General Services and Security; Administration. Procurement and Stores Management; Public Relations and Marketing; Hardware and Network Systems Administration; Logistics; and Legal Services.
This strategic re-alignment will enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the implementation of R&D programmes. The Centre will strongly leverage on Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Data Analytics capabilities to deliver ground breaking innovations in all Clusters, as we transition to the 5th Industrial Revolution and implementation of National Development Strategy 2.