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From vision to reality.
@MictSeta CEO, Mr Matome Madibana, will open Day 1 of the MICTSETA 4IR Symposium by unpacking the genesis of the MICT SETA Research Chairs Project - from concept to the launch of six flagship ICT systems driving SAs 4IR journey.
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#FlashbackFriday
Before the big ideas, the bold panels, and the breakthrough moments; there was this.
Our CEO, Mr Matome Madibana, opened the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium and Expo with a clear and powerful charge: research must move beyond theory.
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Innovation must serve people and South Africa's digital future must be built collectively.
To every partner, speaker, and delegate who answered that call over three incredible days - thank you. 🙏🏾
#MICTSETA #MICTSETA4IRSymposium #InnovationInAction #FutureReadySA #4IR
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The MICT SETA currently has 3x open vacancies:
✅Administrator: Learning Programmes
Interested applicants are invited to apply by clicking on the link in the job description.
Closing date: 09 June 2026
Visit: bit.ly/47tuNee to download the full job description.
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Cybersecurity. AI. The future of work.
Our CEO joins a powerful lineup of industry leaders at the #ITWebSecuritySummit to unpack the talent pipeline, skills gaps & partnerships needed to build a digitally secure SA.
The conversation starts today!
#MICTSETA #AI #FutureOfWork
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Day 3 of the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium and Expo continued to spotlight the power of research, innovation, and collaboration.
Student innovations remained a key highlight, with projects addressing real-world challenges through emerging technologies.
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As we drew closer to the official close of the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium, we featured yet a pivotal panel discussion titled “Financing Innovation: Funding, Incubation & Scaling 4IR Start-Ups.” The session reinforced a clear message: a thriving 4IR ecosystem depends on aligned funding
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The final leg of the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium & Expo opened with an engaging panel discussion unpacking the growing role of emerging technologies & the exploration of highly specialised sectors like space technologies, data centres & AI - driving innovation & economic development.
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The #MICTSETA4IRSymposium and Expo Day2 also marks the introduction of new 4IR Research Chairs, further expanding South Africa’s national innovation ecosystem & reinforcing the commitment to future-focused research, industry collaboration, and scalable African solutions.
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Chaired by Dr Tshepang Mosiea, Board Member of MICT SETA, the session welcomed the newly appointed Research Chairs - who expressed enthusiasm about contributing to a platform focused on advancing research & creating greater opportunities for commercialisation.
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One of the standout moments from Day2 was the inspiring student innovation showcase by Botshelo Nare of Phumelela Consulting. Through the IoT Programme, Botshelo developed ‘Emergency Life Rescue’ - an innovative cloud-connected emergency locator system designed to assist in fire-
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related emergencies.
Designed with accessibility and community safety at its core, the project demonstrates how youth-led innovation and emerging technologies can create practical solutions with real social impact.
#MICTSETA4IRSymposium #IoT #FutureReadySA #InnovationInAction
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turning research, innovation, and collaboration into meaningful impact for South Africa’s digital future.
#MICTSETA4IRSymposium #PartnershipsInAction #MOUSigning #ResearchToMarket #FutureReadySA
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As we enter the final day of the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium, our focus centers on sub-theme: Skills, Industry, and Inclusive Growth.
Programme Directors Mr Eric Thebe, Board Member of MICT SETA & Ms Charmaine Houvet, Senior Director Africa at CISCO, are guiding today’s discussions.
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Livestream available here: bit.ly/49FlH2f
#MICTSETA4IRSymposium #SkillsForTheFuture #InclusiveGrowth #DigitalTransformation #InnovationInAction
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Earlier today, a panel discussion titled “Closing the Gap: Unpacking the Challenges of Research Commercialisation in Higher Education Institutions” brought together leading voices from academia to unpack the opportunities and barriers shaping South Africa’s innovation ecosystem.
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This morning at the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium & Expo, Research Chairs from UKZN, UCT, Wits School of Digital Arts & others presented innovation spanning AI, FinTech, healthcare, agriculture & language technologies - all with real commercial potential.
#ResearchToMarket #FutureReady
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On Day 1 of the #MICTSETA4IRSymposium and Expo, Honourable Minister Buti Manamela delivered a clear mandate: commercialisation is not a business objective, it is a developmental imperative.
The MICT SETA Research Chair Programme exists to answer that call.
#ResearchToMarket #4IR
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The energy from Day 1 was truly unmatched!
Here’s a glimpse of the insightful conversations, groundbreaking innovations, and inspiring moments that shaped the day.
Day 2 is officially underway Watch Live Here: bit.ly/4rvxur5
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