Agreement Reference Number: [Enter Number]
Effective Date: [Enter Date]
Parties Involved: SayPro & [Research Partner Name]
1. PARTIES
1.1 SAYPRO (PARTNER 1)
Company Name: SayPro
Company Registration Number: 2018 / 537703 / 07
Registered Address: 167 14th Road, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa, 1685
Representative: Mr. Neftaly Vutisani Malatjie, SayPro Chief Executive Officer
(Hereinafter referred to as “SayPro”).
1.2 RESEARCH PARTNER (PARTNER 2)
Institution/Organization Name: [Enter Name]
Registration Number (if applicable): [Enter Number]
Physical Address: [Enter Address]
Representative Name: [Enter Name]
Position: [Enter Position]
(Hereinafter referred to as the “Research Partner”).
2. PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT
- This Agreement establishes a research partnership between SayPro and [Research Partner Name] to collaborate on [Specify Research Topic/Project Name].
- The objective is to [Define Key Objectives, e.g., conduct joint research, publish findings, develop new methodologies, apply research to policy or community programs, etc.].
- The research outcomes will be used for [Specify Purpose, e.g., academic publications, policy recommendations, business development, innovation, etc.].
3. SCOPE OF COLLABORATION
SayPro and the Research Partner agree to collaborate on:
- Research Design & Implementation – Defining the research framework, methodologies, and timeline.
- Data Collection & Analysis – Gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data following ethical research practices.
- Knowledge Sharing – Joint participation in conferences, workshops, and knowledge dissemination.
- Funding & Resource Allocation – Defining financial or in-kind contributions from both parties.
- Intellectual Property & Publication Rights – Agreeing on ownership, authorship, and use of research findings.
4. RESPONSIBILITIES OF SAYPRO
SayPro agrees to:
- Provide technical expertise, field research support, and relevant resources.
- Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, legal requirements, and research protocols.
- Facilitate community access, engagement, and data collection if required.
- Contribute to analysis, publication, and dissemination of research findings.
5. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE RESEARCH PARTNER
The Research Partner agrees to:
- Develop research methodologies, data collection tools, and analysis frameworks.
- Ensure academic integrity, scientific rigor, and adherence to ethical standards.
- Secure funding or provide necessary research facilities (if applicable).
- Participate in publication, presentation, and dissemination of research findings.
6. FUNDING AND RESOURCE ALLOCATION
- Budget Contributions: [Specify financial responsibilities of each party].
- In-Kind Support: [Specify resources such as research staff, laboratories, field equipment, etc.].
- Payment Terms: [Define timelines for financial disbursement, reporting, and audits].
7. DATA SHARING AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP)
- Ownership of Data & Findings: Data collected shall be jointly owned unless otherwise agreed in writing.
- Use of Research Outputs: Findings may be used for [Specify, e.g., academic journals, government policy, SayPro programs, commercial applications, etc.].
- Publication Rights: Both parties must approve publications or presentations related to the research.
- Confidentiality: All unpublished data and sensitive research information must remain confidential.
8. CONFIDENTIALITY AND ETHICAL COMPLIANCE
- Both parties agree to comply with ethical research guidelines and data protection laws.
- Confidential information shall not be disclosed to third parties without mutual consent.
- Research involving human subjects, animals, or sensitive data will require ethical approval from a relevant ethics committee.
9. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
- Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall first be resolved through negotiation.
- If unresolved, the matter shall be referred to mediation/arbitration under South African law.
10. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated if:
- Either party fails to fulfill its obligations.
- There is a breach of research ethics or misconduct.
- Written notice of [Specify Period, e.g., 30 days] is provided.
- A force majeure event (e.g., pandemic, war, regulatory restrictions) makes the research infeasible.
11. GENERAL PROVISIONS
- Entire Agreement: This document constitutes the full agreement between both parties.
- Amendments: Any changes must be in writing and signed by both parties.
- Legal Jurisdiction: This Agreement is governed by the laws of South Africa.
12. SIGNATURES
Signed on Behalf of SayPro (Partner 1)
Mr. Neftaly Vutisani Malatjie
SayPro Chief Executive Officer
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________
Signed on Behalf of [Research Partner Name] (Partner 2)
[Representative Name]
[Position]
Institution/Organization Name: [Enter Name]
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________
Witnesses
Witness 1:
Mr. Clifford Lesiba Legodi
SayPro Chief Operations Officer
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________
Witness 2:
Miss Tsakani Stella Rikhotso
SayPro Chief Learning and Monitoring Officer
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________
Witness 3:
Mr. Puluko Nkiwane
SayPro Chief Marketing Officer
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________