About CSIR International Convention Centre

CSIR International Convention Centre is a purpose-built conference and events venue located within the CSIR campus in Pretoria, Gauteng. Known for its professional environment, strong sustainability focus, and exceptional operational standards, the centre is widely used for national and international conferences, corporate meetings, exhibitions, and government events. Its well-designed infrastructure and experienced operations team make it one of Pretoria’s most trusted venues for high-level and large-scale gatherings.

Event Spaces and Facilities

The CSIR International Convention Centre offers a comprehensive range of flexible event spaces designed to support a variety of formats and capacities. The venue features large conference halls and auditoriums for plenary sessions and keynote events, exhibition and poster areas suitable for expos and trade displays, multiple conference and meeting rooms with adaptable layouts, and breakaway rooms for workshops, training sessions, and parallel meetings. Pre-function and foyer areas accommodate registration, catering, and networking. In-house audiovisual, staging, and technical support teams ensure seamless delivery of every event, and the centre’s modular design allows events to scale efficiently while maintaining optimal guest flow.

Sustainability and Environment

Operating within the CSIR campus — South Africa’s foremost research and development facility — the convention centre benefits from a professional, security-conscious environment and a strong institutional commitment to sustainability. The campus setting provides secure on-site parking and excellent accessibility from Pretoria’s major routes.

Accommodation and Access

While accommodation is not available on the CSIR campus itself, the centre’s central Pretoria location ensures that a wide range of hotel options are within easy reach for out-of-town delegates. The venue is easily accessible from Pretoria’s major highways and business districts.

Ideal For

CSIR International Convention Centre is ideal for corporate conferences, academic and scientific events, government conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, training programmes, and seminars requiring a professional, well-equipped convention venue in the heart of Pretoria, Gauteng.