The Council for Geoscience is one of the national science councils of South Africa and is the legal successor of the Geological Survey of South Africa, which was formed in 1912 by the amalgamation of three former surveys, the oldest of which — the Geological Commission of the Cape of Good Hope — was founded in 1895. The Geoscience Act (no. 100 of 1993) established the Council for Geoscience in its present form. Today, the Council for Geoscience is a modern institution that boasts excellent facilities and expertise, ranking among the best in Africa.
As a scientific research council, the Council for Geoscience is mandated to promote research, extend knowledge in the field of geoscience and provide specialised geoscientific services. The Council for Geoscience has a national footprint in South Africa.
The @CGS_RSA mourns the passing of Dr Monde Mayekiso who served as one of our board members.
Statement on seismic event that occurred in the Far Eastern Coast of Russian on Wednesday morning #seismicevents
Dr Viswanath Vadapalli and Ms Sisanda Gcasamba represented the @CGS_RSA at the AusIMM Life of a Mine| Mine Waste and Tailings Conference in Brisbane, Australia. The conference brings together professionals involved in aspects of mine development, sustainability, waste management,…
The @CGS_RSA attended the Ministerial G20 Critical Minerals Stakeholder Engagement event themed “Harnessing Critical Minerals for Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth”.
The CGS, as the custodian of geoscience data and information, is key in enhancing geological…