Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina Celebrates Grassroots Innovators Driving Socio-Economic Growth Through Technology
Grassroots innovators were honored for leveraging science and technology to address societal challenges and foster development.
Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Ms. Nomalungelo Gina, lauded grassroots innovators for harnessing science, technology, and innovation to tackle societal challenges. She attended the Grassroots Innovators Awards held during last week’s annual Science Forum South Africa.
At the event, 15 grassroots innovators were honored for their impactful technologies and solutions, which contribute to socio-economic development and job creation across South Africa.
I appreciate the good work that has been done by the TIA, but above it all I appreciate the work done by all the small, medium and micro enterprises and the entrepreneurs that are here today to make sure the country creates the economy that works for everyone.
– Ms Nomalungelo Gina , Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, South Africa
