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Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has called on universities to prepare students for an increasingly artificial intelligence (AI) driven world, while ensuring that South Africa develops the skills and research capacity needed to shape the technology.

Delivering a keynote address at the 4th Universities South Africa (USAf) Higher Education Conference — held at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Convention Centre on Wednesday — Manamela said AI is making the traditional role of universities in developing critical thinking, testing evidence and taking responsibility for knowledge even more important.

“The university has always done more than transmit information. It has taught people to question an argument, test evidence, practise a discipline and take responsibility for what they claim to know. Artificial intelligence makes these functions more urgent,” Manamela said.

He cautioned that AI systems could produce content without establishing whether their claims are true and can generate answers without understanding the social consequences of acting on them.

“Its usefulness does not remove our responsibility to judge it.”

Manamela said South Africa’s response to AI must extend beyond the question of whether students use the technology to complete assignments.

He said universities and the country need to consider who develops AI technologies, whose languages and experiences are represented, who controls the infrastructure and who benefits from the knowledge produced.

“We need graduates who can use these tools intelligently and question them competently. We also need researchers capable of helping to build them,” the Minister said.

The Minister said African language technologies, appropriate datasets, computing capacity and sound research partnerships are of educational and developmental importance.

“This requires the humanities and social sciences, alongside engineering and the natural sciences. Questions about bias, power, labour, law and human dignity cannot be settled by computing power alone,” Manamela said.

The Minister called on universities to move beyond general discussions about AI and make practical choices about teaching, assessment and research capacity.

Manamela said technological change will also require people to return to learning throughout their working lives. “Universities must consider how they can make that possible, while maintaining the depth and standards that give their qualifications value.”

Taking place from 7 – 9 October 2026, the conference brings together university leaders, academics, researchers, professional staff, students, labour representatives and international guests to generate practical insights, strengthen partnerships, and develop collective strategies that will enable universities to remain responsive, adaptable and impactful.

The conference theme: “Co-creating a Resilient Future”, reflects the recognition that resilience, innovation and renewal can only be achieved through meaningful collaboration. – SAnews.gov.za

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The Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Migration has moved to quell widespread confusion and misinformation surrounding the Constitutional Court judgment on asylum applications, stressing that the ruling does not automatically grant refugee status or permanent residence to people entering South Africa.   

The clarification follows an urgent IMC meeting on Wednesday night after the implementation of the judgment led to an influx of people seeking access to Refugee Reception Offices, with long queues reported outside Home Affairs facilities.

Addressing a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, the IMC said the Constitutional Court judgment, handed down in July in the matter of Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and Another v Minister of Home Affairs and Others, must not be interpreted as legalising unlawful migration or giving people an automatic right to remain in the country.  

The Court declared certain provisions of the Refugees Act unconstitutional because they prevented some people from accessing the asylum system solely on procedural grounds. These included people, who had entered South Africa irregularly, did not possess an asylum transit visa or failed to report to a Refugee Reception Office within the prescribed period.

The Court found that such procedural barriers could result in people being excluded from the asylum process before their claims were properly assessed.

The IMC said the judgment, therefore, restores access to the asylum determination process, rather than automatically conferring refugee status. 

“Importantly, the judgment does not grant refugee status or permanent residence automatically to anyone who enters South Africa, nor does it legalise unlawful migration.

“It simply requires that individuals claiming asylum be allowed access to the asylum determination process so that their claims can be properly assessed in terms of the law,” IMC Chairperson, Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, said while delivering the statement.  

The IMC stressed that applicants must still undergo the formal Refugee Status Determination Process and meet the requirements of South African law.

“Applications that are fraudulent, abusive, unfounded or do not meet the requirements of the Refugees Act will still be rejected through the established legal processes,” Kubayi said. 

Procedural access does not mean automatic refugee status

The IMC said the Constitutional Court’s decision should be understood as a correction of a procedural barrier, rather than an expansion of the substantive requirements for obtaining refugee status. 

“The court’s decision only remedies a procedural defect regarding how applications are initially processed,” the IMC said. 

This means that a person cannot be prevented from accessing the asylum process solely because of issues such as the absence of a transit visa or failure to meet a prescribed reporting deadline.

However, once an application is accepted into the system, the applicant must still have their claim assessed.

“The ruling does not grant automatic refugee status or guarantee a right to remain in South Africa indefinitely.

“Every applicant must still subject themselves to the formal Refugee Status Determination Process, where their claims will be thoroughly investigated under the strict criteria set out in international and domestic law,” Kubayi explained. 

The IMC said government also retains its authority to enforce immigration legislation.

“Government retains its full sovereign right and duty to enforce the Immigration Act,” Kubayi said.

People who are found not to qualify for refugee protection or who abuse the asylum system can still face lawful deportation once the applicable legal processes have been completed.

Non-refoulement remains central

The committee said the judgment reaffirmed South Africa’s constitutional and international obligations, particularly the principle of non-refoulement.

The principle prevents the return of a person to a country where they may face persecution, conflict or serious harm.

The IMC said this obligation must be balanced with the State’s responsibility to manage its borders and migration system, in accordance with the law.

Government, therefore, remains bound to ensure that asylum claims are properly assessed before a person, who may genuinely require international protection, is returned.

Refugees do not automatically acquire voting rights

The IMC also sought to correct another claim circulating on social media, that people granted refugee status would acquire the right to vote in South Africa.

“Those granted refugee status do not have the right to vote in terms of our laws in the country, contrary to what is being circulated in the country,” the IMC said. 

The committee further rejected claims that the judgment means ordinary Home Affairs services for South Africans will be overwhelmed by asylum applications.

“It is not true that Home Affairs offices will not be able to service South Africans because they are flooded by refugee applicants. There are only five Refugees Centres in the country,” the IMC clarified. 

Government concerned about unintended consequences

While reaffirming its respect for the Constitutional Court, the IMC acknowledged that the implementation of the judgment had created significant operational challenges.

“We are, however, concerned about certain unintended consequences of this important judgment, and we would like to take this opportunity to bring South Africans into confidence about our current position on the matter and the proposed interventions to alleviate these unintended consequences,” the IMC said. 

The committee said directives issued by Home Affairs following the judgment, together with operational difficulties in implementing the ruling, had contributed to the sudden increase in numbers at Refugee Reception Offices.

“We understand the concerns of citizens when they wake up to long queues outside Home Affairs offices and yes, we confirm that all refugee offices were overwhelmed by the numbers of those coming for applications,” Kubayi said.

The IMC acknowledged the cooperation between Home Affairs officials and police officers in managing the situation.

Government is now working to address the operational implications, while ensuring that the judgment is implemented.

The committee’s message is that access to the asylum system should not be confused with the granting of asylum.

South Africa will continue to assess each claim individually, reject applications that do not meet the legal requirements and enforce immigration laws against those who have no lawful basis to remain in the country. – SAnews.gov.za 

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A multidisciplinary operation by the Hawks in Mpumalanga has resulted in the arrest of a 71-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman following the discovery of a dagga plantation, processed dagga extract, two rifles, two handguns and a large quantity of live ammunition at a farm outside Nelspruit.

The two accused are expected to appear before the Nelspruit District Court today.

“The operation conducted on Wednesday followed intelligence received by the Hawks that dagga was allegedly being cultivated and possessed at a farm in the Nelspruit area,” the Hawks said in a statement.

The Nelspruit Serious Organised Crime Investigation (SOCI) opened an enquiry and commenced investigations. 

The intelligence was subsequently operationalised through a coordinated, multidisciplinary intervention involving SOCI, the White River K9 unit, the National Intervention Unit (NIU), Tactical Response Team (TRT) and the Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC) in Nelspruit.

“During the operation, members searched the identified premises and uncovered an established dagga plantation, processed dagga extract, two rifles and two handguns, as well as a substantial quantity of live ammunition. Preliminary information indicates that the firearm licences had expired.

“The 71-year-old man and 32-year-old woman were arrested and are facing charges relating to the Contravention of the Firearms Control Act and the Contravention of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act, including the cultivation and possession of dagga,” the Hawks said.

The Provincial Head of the Hawks in Mpumalanga, Major General Nico Gerber, welcomed the coordinated intervention, emphasising that multidisciplinary operations remain critical in disrupting criminal activities involving drugs and illegal firearms.

“This operation demonstrates the value of intelligence-led and multidisciplinary policing. By bringing together specialised capabilities, we were able to move from information to decisive action, disrupting the cultivation and possession of dagga, while simultaneously removing firearms and ammunition from the environment. 

“We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to identify and dismantle criminal activities that threaten the safety of our communities,” said Gerber.

The investigation continues and additional charges may be considered as the seized items undergo further assessment. – SAnews.gov.za

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The Free State province’s economy is set for a major boost, with the launch of a multibillion rand project aimed at stimulating investment and industrialisation.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will officiate the launch the R100 billion Free State Catalytic Investment and Industrialisation Project in Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality on Friday.

“The project will mobilise automotive assembly, electric mobility technologies, components, energy systems, logistics, skills and local suppliers,” the Presidency said in a statement on Wednesday.

The launch will be held at the Phuthaditjhaba Multipurpose Centre in QwaQwa.

“The project represents an investment of approximately R100 billion and is expected to contribute to manufacturing, industrialisation, green economy development and the energy transition, while creating approximately 6 500 permanent jobs,” said the Presidency.

The launch will be hosted by Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, the Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality and Chinese investors, Joy Long-YJC. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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While South Africa’s overall railway safety performance has improved for a third consecutive year, rising fatalities and persistent risks at the rail-public interface remain a concern.

This was highlighted in the State of Safety Report 2025/26, released by the Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) on Wednesday.

According to the report, total railway occurrences fell by 9.9%, from 9 200 in 2024/25 to 8 288 in 2025/26, the lowest number recorded in five years. 

During the reporting period, injuries declined by 14.8%, from 419 to 357.

RSR Chief Executive Officer Brian Monakali welcomed the positive trajectory but cautioned against complacency.

“The continued reduction in overall occurrences is encouraging and demonstrates that interventions across the railway sector are beginning to yield results. However, fewer occurrences do not necessarily mean that the railway environment is safe enough. Our ultimate measure of success must be the prevention of fatalities and injuries,” Monakali said in a statement.

Despite the overall improvement, 175 fatalities were recorded during the reporting period, a 25.9% increase from the previous year and 19.5% above the five-year average.

Members of the public accounted for 95.4% of all fatalities. Seventy-six people were struck by trains, while 65 fatalities involved bodies found within railway reserves.

 Monakali stressed the need for decisive action at the rail-public interface.

“The fatality figures are a stark reminder that railway safety is not solely the responsibility of railway operators. The overwhelming majority of fatalities involve members of the public, which means that we need a whole-of-society response. Government, operators, municipalities, law enforcement and communities must work together to change behaviour, secure railway corridors and protect lives,” he said.

The report further indicates that level crossings remain a significant concern, with occurrences increasing by 25.4% during the reporting period. 

Unsafe road-user behaviour continues to contribute to collisions between trains and road vehicles.

The RSR has committed to strengthening collaboration with operators, road authorities and communities, supported by targeted public education, enforcement and engineering interventions at high-risk locations.

Theft and vandalism of critical railway infrastructure also remain significant threats. 

Despite a substantial decline in security-related occurrences, more than 5,700 incidents were recorded during the reporting period, affecting signalling systems, telecommunications and overhead traction equipment.

The report records significant improvements across several safety indicators:

• Derailments during the movement of rolling stock declined by 27%, from 337 to 246.
• Fires and explosions decreased by 24.4%, from 758 to 573.
• Security-related occurrences declined to 5,710, representing a 33.9% reduction over three years.
• Theft of railway assets decreased by 10.2%, while malicious damage and vandalism declined by 15.1%.

RSR priorities for 2026/27

Monakali said the progress reflected in the report gives the regulator confidence that improvement is possible, but it also places a greater responsibility on the RSR to accelerate the work required to make the railway system safer. 

“The RSR remains committed to working with the entire sector to build a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement,” he said.

To improve safety overall, the RSR will focus its regulatory interventions on reducing fatalities along high-risk routes and at high-risk locations, strengthening the protection of railway reserves, improving level-crossing safety, and enhancing passenger safety at stations and platform-train interfaces.

Other priorities include supporting operators in accelerating signalling modernisation; protecting safety-critical infrastructure from theft and vandalism; strengthening maintenance compliance and asset management; improving interface management as rail reform introduces additional operators; and expanding public-awareness initiatives to encourage safer behaviour around railway infrastructure.

The RSR will also strengthen regulatory oversight through audits, inspections, occurrence investigations, and the development and implementation of regulatory standards, while supporting infrastructure recovery and modernisation across the industry.

The RSR called on railway operators, infrastructure managers, all spheres of government, law-enforcement agencies, and communities to intensify collaboration, address risks at the rail-public interface, and ensure South Africa’s railway system remains safe, resilient, and able to support economic growth and development.

The State of Safety Report 2025/26 is available on the Railway Safety Regulator’s website at www.rsr.org.za. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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Nine people and five entities have appeared in the Siyabuswa Magistrates’ Court to face charges related to a R3.99 million Value-Added Tax (VAT) refund fraud scheme.

The nine suspects were arrested following a South African Revenue Service (SARS) investigation into allegations of fraudulent VAT refund claims submitted through the SARS eFiling system in the name of an entity. 

“The matter forms part of a broader national investigation under Project Jan Vas, in which an alleged organised criminal syndicate, comprising both South African and foreign nationals, is suspected of targeting SARS through large-scale tax fraud schemes.

“The syndicate is alleged to operate across several provinces, including Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West and Gauteng, and is suspected of engaging in coordinated illicit activities aimed at defrauding the fiscus.

“It is alleged that false VAT returns were submitted between June 2016 and June 2020, resulting in a prejudice to SARS of approximately R3.99 million,” read a joint statement by SARS and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) on Wednesday.

The arrests follow coordinated and collaborative efforts between SARS, the NPA, the Hawks and other law enforcement agencies to detect, investigate and prosecute complex commercial crimes.

The statement noted that these collaborations bolster efforts to “dismantle organised tax crime, protect State revenue and strengthen the rule of law”.

“VAT fraud remains one of the most serious threats to the integrity of South Africa’s tax system. Fraudulent refund claims divert resources from essential public services, distort fair competition and fuel illicit economic activity that undermines economic growth and development. 

“The case also highlights the growing importance of data analytics and digital capability in combating tax crime.

“As part of its modernisation programme, SARS continues to invest in advanced data-driven technologies that enhance risk detection, identify suspicious transactions at an earlier stage and strengthen the organisation’s ability to respond effectively to emerging threats. These innovations also support legitimate taxpayers by simplifying compliance processes and reducing administrative burdens,” the two entities said.

SARS Commissioner Dr Johnstone Makhubu said: “Every rand stolen through VAT fraud is a rand taken away from building a capable State and delivering services to South Africans. SARS is resolute in its determination to dismantle criminal networks that abuse the tax system for personal gain.

“Through modern technology, advanced data analytics, and strong partnerships with the NPA and law enforcement agencies, we are making it increasingly difficult for fraudsters to operate. Our message is unequivocal: those who seek to undermine the integrity of our tax system will be detected, investigated and prosecuted”.

The bail proceedings of the accused continue.

“The NPA remains committed to working closely with SARS and its law enforcement partners to ensure that individuals involved in sophisticated financial crimes are brought to justice and face the full consequences of their actions.

“The SARS-NPA partnership remains a critical pillar in South Africa’s fight against tax crime, corruption and the illicit economy. Both institutions remain steadfast in their commitment to safeguarding public resources, protecting the integrity of the tax system and ensuring that offenders are held accountable,” the statement concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has condemned the kidnapping and death of a four-month-old baby and the alleged rape of the baby’s mother in Atteridgeville.

This after police launched a manhunt for a man following the alleged rape of a 43-year-old woman and the murder of her baby.

The body of the baby was discovered in a shallow grave on Wednesday.

“We condemn this savage act of barbarism that has taken an infant from a family, violated an innocent woman, and caused deep pain and anxiety to the family and the entire community. I offer my sincere condolences to the mother and family. No parent should ever face such trauma.

“We fully support the South African Police Service in their investigation. Those responsible must face the full force of the law. Anyone with information that can help locate the suspect should contact the police immediately,” Lesufi said.

According to reports, a pastor and his wife allegedly lured a woman to the Hennops River under the pretext of performing a ritual.

“While the pastor’s wife stayed behind with the baby, the pastor and the victim walked toward the river, where she was reportedly tied up and assaulted. Police have since arrested the pastor’s wife, and the pastor, who is the main suspect, remains at large, as officers search the crime scene, surrounding areas, and a nearby river,” the provincial government explained in a statement.

According to the statement, authorities were alerted by Department of Roads and Transport maintenance and construction teams, who saw suspicious activities and reported it.

The victim had also managed to free herself and seek help.

“Their quick thinking and decision to alert the authorities made a critical difference, enabling the Office of the Premier to mobilise law enforcement resources, including a helicopter search.

“This cruel and senseless crime, like other recent attacks on women and children, strengthens the province’s determination to ensure perpetrators face the full force of the law.

“The provincial government will continue using every available resource and working closely with the South African Police Service and communities, until GBVF [gender-based violence and femicide] is wiped out from our society,” the statement said. – SAnews.gov.za

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South Africans can now take greater control of unwanted direct marketing through the National Opt-Out Registry, a free, government-administered platform launched by the National Consumer Commission (NCC) to curb unsolicited calls, SMSes and other electronic communications.

The registry gives effect to Section 11 of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), which gives consumers the right to block unwanted direct marketing.

To enforce this right, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau gazetted the Consumer Protection Act Amendment Regulations, 2026, empowering the NCC to administer the registry.

Speaking at the launch of the registry in Pretoria on Wednesday, Tau said South Africa ranked ninth globally for spam call intensity, with nearly 30% of calls from unknown numbers classified as spam or fraudulent.

“South Africans are becoming more alert, but alertness alone cannot substitute for a proper regulatory backstop. Scam and marketing networks are becoming more sophisticated, using spoofing and artificial intelligence to reach consumers,” Tau said.

Tau said the National Opt-Out Registry was introduced to help address the growing problem.

“Today, with the launch of this registry, we take a significant step in managing direct access marketing, and significantly curb spam calling and messaging.

“Section 14 of our Constitution guarantees everyone the right to privacy. A person’s phone number, email address and time are not raw material to be harvested and traded without their consent.

“The right to refuse direct marketing is not new. Section 11(3) of the Consumer Protection Act gives every consumer the right to preemptively block unwanted direct marketing,” the Minister said.

Tau said the launch gives every South African access to a single, free, government-administered way to opt out of direct marketing.

“Once you have registered a block, direct marketers must remove you from their lists. Your registration applies, regardless of consent you may have given in the past, including consent buried in the fine print of a contract you signed years ago.

“If a marketer keeps contacting you, report it to the National Consumer Commission. Every complaint helps us enforce the law.” 

Tau said that every direct marketer must register with the registry and renew the registration annually. “An unregistered marketer may not contact any consumer for direct marketing.” 

Promoting responsible direct marketing

NCC Acting Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu described the launch as a major milestone for consumers, who have long been inundated with unwanted direct marketing.

“The National Opt-Out Registry will promote responsible direct marketing, ensuring consumers are protected from unwanted direct marketing through spam calls, texts, e-mails and other electronic communication,” Ratshisusu said.

The NCC held a webinar on 24 July 2026, attended by more than 400 direct marketers.

“We took most of the recommendations into consideration, including the roll-out of the system,” Ratshisusu said.

According to Ratshisusu, South Africa joins a growing number of jurisdictions that have adopted national opt-out or ‘do-not-call’ registries to protect consumers from unwanted telemarketing.

According to Truecaller’s 2026 South Africa Spam Report, South Africans received 17.47 billion spam calls between January and June 2026, up 25.2% from the same period in 2025.

Spam SMSes rose by 58.9% to 3.71 billion, underscoring the scale of the problem the registry is intended to address.

Under the system, direct marketers must register and cleanse their lists each month before conducting any direct marketing campaign.

This will help ensure that consumers who have blocked a direct marketer do not receive unwanted communications from that marketer.

To exercise their rights under Section 11 of the CPA, consumers must register and preemptively block direct marketers.

The registry will be introduced in phases to allow both direct marketers and consumers to register on the system.

The NCC will roll out the system in the following phases:

• Phase 1 – Registration: The system opened for direct marketers to register on 15 September 2026, and registration wcill continue until December 2026. A direct marketer that fails to register during this period may thereafter be in contravention of Section 11 of the CPA, read with the Consumer Protection Act Amendment Regulations, 2026.
• Phase 2 – List cleansing: From December 2026 to April 2027, the NCC will allow direct marketers to cleanse their marketing lists at no cost. This five-month period will help them understand the process and make the necessary preparations to interface with the system.

Once these phases are complete, consumers will be able to register with the Opt-Out Registry from May 2027 and preemptively block unwanted direct marketing.

The NCC has urged consumers and direct marketers to register with the Opt-Out Registry.

The NCC will run a sustained consumer education programme and publish further guidance for consumers and direct marketers. – SAnews.gov.za

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the newly launched CSIR FuturePHARMA facility as a “game changing facility” that will strengthen South Africa’s ability to develop vaccines and medicines locally and prepare for future pandemics. 

Speaking to media following the launch of the facility at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) campus in Tshwane on Wednesday, President Ramaphosa said the COVID-19 pandemic had demonstrated the importance of developing domestic pharmaceutical capabilities and reducing reliance on products developed outside the country.

He said FuturePHARMA would give South Africa the capacity to conduct research and develop the products needed to respond rapidly to future health emergencies.

READ | President launches FuturePHARMA facility to strengthen SA’s health sovereignty

“This is a game changing facility. It’s going to enable us to be pandemic-ready whenever there are pandemics of any type, will be able to have a facility that is ready for the immediate research and development of all the capabilities that we will need to develop vaccines,” the President said. 

President Ramaphosa said the country has drawn important lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly around the importance of health sovereignty.

“We have learned a lot of lessons out of COVID-19. We learnt that we needed to have our own health sovereignty and that means we should not be relying on outside products.”

He said the new capability would allow South Africa to develop pharmaceutical products domestically, rather than depend on external sources.

President Ramaphosa reflected on the experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, when South African scientists were involved in vaccine development but the country’s ability to benefit fully from that scientific capability was constrained by existing contractual arrangements.

“We were developing vaccines, as I said, but they were being courted out of our country because they had contracts with the capabilities that we had here,” the President said.

He said FuturePHARMA would help to change that position by establishing a local platform capable of supporting pharmaceutical development.

The President also highlighted the leadership and scientific expertise already present in South Africa’s research and innovation ecosystem.

“Now we are going to have our own capability to be able to develop vaccines. [Health Minister] Dr Aaron Motsoaledi will lead the medicines development process, while [Science, Technology and Innovation Minister] Dr Blade Nzimande will lead the research, innovation and technological development. At the leadership level, we have the capabilities, and we have the scientists, researchers and innovators,” the President said.

FuturePHARMA is intended to bring these capabilities together with specialised infrastructure that can support pharmaceutical process development, scale-up technology transfer, and progression towards clinical and commercial pathways.

Opening the facility to entrepreneurs and industry

President Ramaphosa said the facility’s significance extends beyond government and the public research system, as FuturePHARMA will be open to private sector companies and entrepreneurs seeking to develop health products.

The open-access model is intended to allow innovators and businesses to make use of specialised infrastructure and expertise that may otherwise be too costly to establish independently.

For the President, this approach can help to strengthen the country’s pharmaceutical industry, while creating opportunities for South African innovation to move from research into products and commercial applications.

“That’s why I say this is a game changing facility for our country,” he said.

The ambition, President Ramaphosa, is not only to strengthen South Africa’s capabilities but to make them available to the rest of the continent.

“It puts us nearly on par with more developed economies and that’s where we are headed. However, we also make it available for Africa, our beloved continent,” he said. – SAnews.gov.za

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