May 10, 2008, 10:00
Speaking during Science Week in Potchefstroom in the North West, Science and Technology Minister, Mosebudi Mangena, says the number of students attending science centres has increased over the last three years. However, he says they have not been able to increase the number of members of the public visiting the centres across the country.
The Science Week, which started yesterday, will end on May 17, is characterised by displays of science models exhibitions, workshops and debates.
Mangena says the National Science week has recorded tremendous success stories since its inception in 2000. He says the department has, over the years, formed relationships with science institutions locally and internationally - the purpose of which is to create learnership and work opportunities for deserving and previously disadvantaged learners.
This year’s theme is "Tomorrow's Science and Technology is in our Youth's Hands", the aim of which is to attract the youth to enter and remain in science related studies and careers.
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