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Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) Cape Peninsula University of Technology, a university in Cape Town, South Africa, is the only univers

CPUT recently partnered with the CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa to host a memorable fun day for children ...
04/06/2026

CPUT recently partnered with the CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa to host a memorable fun day for children and families affected by cancer.

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In an initiative designed to address the persistent maritime skills gap in South Africa and across Africa through a coll...
01/06/2026

In an initiative designed to address the persistent maritime skills gap in South Africa and across Africa through a collaborative and resource-sharing approach, the AMTEP_C_2026 Conference was recently held in Premier Hotel, Umhlanga, Durban. Butteur Ntamba Ntamba, who represented the Department of Maritime Studies, said the conference marked the official launch of the African Maritime Training and Employment Programme.

As part of the 2026 Back-to-School Campaign led by the Deputy Minister of Transport, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, the Department of...
01/06/2026

As part of the 2026 Back-to-School Campaign led by the Deputy Minister of Transport, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, the Department of Maritime Studies participated in a Transport Careers Expo held at Pondolwendlovu Secondary School in the Eastern Cape.

The Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships Directorate, in collaboration with RLabs, recently hosted a vibrant and impac...
29/05/2026

The Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships Directorate, in collaboration with RLabs, recently hosted a vibrant and impactful Africa Month Celebration. This event brought together students, staff, community members, creatives, and innovators for a shared celebration of African identity, collaboration, and possibility. It was a gathering rooted in diversity, unity, and belonging. The celebration served as a platform for cultural expression, dialogue, and social innovation, reflecting the collective spirit and dynamism of the African continent.

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Student innovation continued to take centre stage at the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo, with young inn...
29/05/2026

Student innovation continued to take centre stage at the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo, with young innovators showcasing cutting-edge technologies aimed at addressing real-world challenges and driving inclusive future growth. Youth Media Movement demonstrated drone technology designed to support emergency services through real-time victim localisation during crisis situations, while Grey-Code presented its IoT, robotics, and automation platform focused on advancing education, adaptive learning, and smart technologies.
Also making a significant impact was mLab, whose initiatives focus on leveraging IoT for community development and rural inclusion, ensuring that innovation extends beyond urban centres. Supported by MICT SETA, mLab showcased a range of projects, from coding programmes and interactive hackathons to robotics-powered smart housing systems, highlighting how intelligent technologies can be seamlessly integrated into everyday life.
Collectively, these projects reinforced a powerful message: the future is evolving rapidly, and innovation must remain inclusive, accessible, and focused on creating opportunities for all.

Funding innovation is about more than just access to money — it’s about understanding the ecosystem, building the right ...
29/05/2026

Funding innovation is about more than just access to money — it’s about understanding the ecosystem, building the right skills, and creating sustainable pathways for growth. The second panel discussion at the symposium explored Financing Innovation: Finding, Incubating and Scaling 4IR Startups, moderated by Patric Krappie and featuring insights from Billy Bakoko, Tshepo Phetla, and Evan Jones. Key discussions highlighted the importance of founders understanding the funding landscape, the value of technical and in-kind support alongside financial investment, and the distinction between commercialisation and scaling a business successfully. A critical issue raised was the growing need for skills financing, apprenticeships, and work-integrated learning opportunities to address South Africa’s tech talent gap and support SMMEs in the digital economy.

A powerful panel discussion moderated by Ms Juanita Clark, CEO of Digital Council Africa, explored the future of space t...
29/05/2026

A powerful panel discussion moderated by Ms Juanita Clark, CEO of Digital Council Africa, explored the future of space technology, AI, and digital infrastructure at the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo. Speakers highlighted that AI is not new but continues to evolve across every sphere of life, while stressing that collaboration remains central to innovation and progress. Founder of Cortex Hub, Dr Andile Ngcaba, encouraged students and delegates to embrace curiosity, reminding them that technology welcomes people from multiple disciplines beyond STEM. Discussions unpacked the growing opportunities within space technologies, AI data centres, and future 6G connectivity, reinforcing that the knowledge and tools for innovation are already at our fingertips. The panel left delegates with a clear message that South Africa’s digital future depends on collaboration, inclusive skills development, and turning bold ideas into impact.

Day 3 and the final day of the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo is officially underway. Today’s programme...
29/05/2026

Day 3 and the final day of the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo is officially underway. Today’s programme focuses on skills, industry, and inclusive growth. Themes that connect innovation to meaningful impact across South Africa. After days of engaging conversations, delegates continue to leave inspired, challenged, and equipped with new ideas for the future. Panel discussions today turn toward emerging technologies, exploring areas such as space technologies, data centres, AI, and the digital systems that enable innovation and development. Stay tuned, while the symposium may be drawing to a close, this is only the beginning of what lies ahead.

Day 2 of the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo continued to inspire through research, innovation, and mean...
29/05/2026

Day 2 of the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo continued to inspire through research, innovation, and meaningful collaboration. From thought-provoking panel discussions on research commercialisation to the induction of new 4IR Research Chairs and powerful student-led presentations from universities across South Africa, the day showcased the growing impact of future-focused thinking. Delegates engaged with groundbreaking work ranging from fintech and digital inclusion to healthcare technologies and community-centred innovation.
A key highlight of the day was the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Collective X and MICT SETA, reinforcing the importance of stronger collaboration between academia and industry. The partnership aims to strengthen ties that support internships, funding opportunities, commercialisation, and the scaling of startups—recognising that meaningful progress requires industry and academia working hand in hand.

Yesterday, a dynamic panel discussion titled “Closing the Gap: Unpacking the Challenges of Research Commercialisation in...
29/05/2026

Yesterday, a dynamic panel discussion titled “Closing the Gap: Unpacking the Challenges of Research Commercialisation in Higher Education Institutions” brought together voices from Sol Plaatje University, CPUT, UWC, FinHub, and Nnakki at the MICT SETA 4IR Research Chair Symposium and Expo. The discussion unpacked why many promising research projects fail to reach the market, highlighting challenges such as policy barriers, limited industry partnerships, and curricula that often do not align with industry needs. The panel called for earlier collaboration with industry, co-creation of curriculum outcomes, and changes to incentives and policies so that those commercialising products are recognised for their contribution. They also stressed the need for researchers to develop business skills to understand the market and adapt their technology accordingly.

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