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NATURE OF BUSINESS AND PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is a Schedule 3A public entity, it is accountable to Parliament
for its performance and budget. The mandate of the SAMRC, in terms of the MRC Act 58, 1991 (as amended), is
to improve the health and quality of life of South Africans. This needs to be realised through research, capacity
development and technology transfer. SAMRC focuses on the top ten causes of death and disability associated risk
factors. SAMRC acquires the most accurate healthcare information and provides policy makers with tools to enhance
the quality of life for the people in South Africa. The address of the SAMRC’s principal place of business is Francie
Van Zijl Drive, Parowvalley, Cape Town.

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