Learners at iLenge-Majuqule village in UThukela District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal stand to benefit from an initiative by the Department of Science and Technology, aimed at improving access to science and technology in the country’s deep rural areas.
The Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor, will on Saturday, 6 May hand over a mobile computer lab to Sigidisabathembu Primary School, which is expected to improve mathematics and science skills in the district where performance in these subjects has been poor. The facility will also see teachers in the district receiving training in teaching computer-based curricula.
Supported by the Deputy Minister of Science and Technology, Zanele Magwaza-Msibi, Minister Pandor will also interact with members of the community members, in an imbizo organised to discuss issues that may need government’s intervention in the area.
An exhibition with interactive displays on science will also form part of the handover, to further demonstrate the value of science in society.
Expected to attend are the Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Willies Mchunu, KZN MEC for Education, Mthandeni Dlungwana, Mayor of UThukela District Municipality, Cllr Alfred Mazibuko and Mayor of Alfred Duma Local Municipality, Cllr. Vincent Madlala.
Media are invited as follows:
Date: Saturday, 6 May 2017
Time: 9h00
Venue: Isigidisabathembu Primary School, iLenge-Majuqule, Ladysmith in UThukela District Municipality
NB: Transport and accommodation will be organised for journalists who wish to attend.
For media confirmation, please contact David Mandaha at 072 126 8910
Enquiries:
Kwazi Mthethwa
Media Liaison: Deputy Director: Office of the MEC For Education (KZN)
Cell: 078 264 6165
Fax: 086 654 6089
