CITY of uMhlathuze schools Qhakaza High School and Dlangezwa High School received a major boost last week during the Youth in Science and Technology Activation programme.
The programme was organised by eSikhawini PCO (professional conference organiser), which partnered with Thabani Mazibuko of the South African Space Technology for Sustainable Development Foundation and other stakeholders in science and technology.
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Mazibuko said the programme was part of their strategy to create innovators in KZN, particularly in the King Cetshwayo district.
‘Our aim is to expose youth to opportunities available in the science, engineering, technology and maritime sectors through bursaries and learnerships.’
Other stakeholders who participated in the programme included the Moses Kotane Institute, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and TSAZ Renewable Energy Solutions.
‘We were approached by local leadership, including local ward councillor Mr Mpungose, to promote science and technology among communities.
‘The Qhakaza and Dlangezwa high school principals came on board and we appreciate the foresight of the local leadership to support this valuable opportunity for their learners,’ said Mazibuko.
Mazibuko’s foundation is a member of the Ilembe Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, which is focused on promoting innovations through artificial intelligence, nanosatellites or space sciences as a solution to a number of challenges facing society in sectors such as health, tourism, agriculture, water purification, infrastructure, education and nature conservation.
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