Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Blade Nzimande, invites members of the media to the launch of the Sol Plaatje University. This is a major milestone in the growth and development of South Africa’s tertiary education.
The sod turning event will mark the official commencement on construction of the campus.The development of the new universities, have been identified and prioritised within the Strategic Integrated Projects (SIP 14) by the Presidential Infrastructure Coordinating Committee (PICC).
The Provincial Government of Northern Cape sees the planning for the new university as fully integrated into the City urban planning framework. Both Provincial Government and Sol Plaatje Municipality play a key role in supporting the development of the new university, with intentions of committing government owned land in the Kimberly City centre for this development.
At the launch of the University, the Minister will present a ten year development plan for the university, outlining its design qualities as a 21st century higher education institution and as well as introducing members of the Interim Council.
Details of the events:
1. Architectural design competition announcement
Date:18 September 2013
Time: 18:30 for 19:00 until 21:00
Venue: William Humphrey’s Art Gallery, Cullinan Crescent, Civic Centre, Kimberley
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2. Launch event &sod turning
Date: 19 September 2013
Time: 09:00 for 10:00 until 14:00
Venue: Sol Plaatje University Square, Scanlan Street, Kimberley
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3. Press conference
Date : 19 September 2013
Time : 13:30 (immediately after the Launch Event)
Venue : Sol Plaatje University, Media designated area, Focal Square, Scanlan Street, Kimberley
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