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Statement by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande on the occasion of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) development in the processing of students allowances

I have called this media briefing today to provide the NSFAS beneficiaries, our institutions and the public at large with an update about the work underway at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to.. read more
Minister Nzimande media briefing on the developments at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)

The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, invites members of the media to the briefing on developments at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). read more
The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande address on the occasion of the GOVTech 2023 held at Durban ICC

I am pleased to have been invited to this important occasion, especially to speak about Innovation and Digital Skills, with the 2023 overall GOVTech theme of: “Platform Economy for Digital Transformation and Inclusive Growth”. read more
Remarks by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande on the occasion of the South Africa Women in Science (SAWISA) Awards 2023

I am delighted to be joining all of you today on this occasion of the South African Women in Science (SAWISA) Awards 2023, which are our premium awards in celebration of women who are contributing immensely to our Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sector. read more
Address by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande on the occasion of the launch of the National Plan for Post-School Education and Training (NPPSET)

It gives me great pleasure to address you on this auspicious occasion of the launch and public release of the National Plan for Post-School Education and Training (NPPSET). read more 
Address by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Bonginkosi Nzimande on the occasion of the 6th Technology and Instrumentation in Particle Physics International Conference, Cape Town

Since its inception in Japan in 2009, the TIPP conference evolved to become an important platform for critical dialogue and exchange of ideas among scientists and engineers, from various parts of the world. read more
Address by the South Africa Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation on the occasion of the BIOAfrica Convention 2023 held at the Durban ICC

New technologies are innovations that are constantly developing, and the need for biotechnologies and biotechnology products is only growing as we enter the realm of climate change, fossil fuel replacement, sustainable development and healthcare. read more
Address by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande on the occasion of the launch of Chemical Intrustries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) Babanango Smart Skills Centre, Zululand, Kwazulu Natal

It is my greatest pleasure to be with you in the launch of this historic Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) SMART Skills Centre here in  Babanango in the Zululand District – one of the districts which still requires the massification of various forms of skills development for our young people, particularly digital skills. read more
Address by the Minister of higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande on the occasion of the 2023 National Research Foundation Awards held at the Capital Zimbali Resort in Ballito - Kwazulu Natal

The 2019 White Paper on STI sets the long-term policy direction for the South African government to ensure a growing role for STI in a more prosperous and inclusive society.  The vision of our  White Paper on STI will be implemented through our Decadal Plan. read more

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