MPUMALANGA LEARNERS SHINE AS PROVINCE CELEBRATES OR TAMBO'S 109TH BIRTHDAY AND 13 YEARS OF MST EXCELLENCE IN EMALAHLENI

Mpumalanga came alive with innovation in Emalahleni as learners, teachers and parents gathered for the OR Tambo Mathematics, Science and Technology (MST) Commemoration.

The event marked a triple celebration: the Provincial MST Excellence Awards, the 109th birthday of struggle icon and educator Oliver Reginald Tambo, and 13 years of excellence of the OR Tambo MST Academy (MSTA).

Learners from across the province competed and showcased their creativity, critical thinking and practical skills in Mathematics, Science and Technology - skills vital for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Outstanding learners and teachers were honoured with certificates and awards.

Future in Action: The crowd favourite was the R1 Unitree Humanoid Robot, brought by the Dr C.L. Smith Foundation from Johannesburg, which spectacularly ushered MEC for Education Ms Lindi Masina to the podium. It gave learners a powerful glimpse into robotics, AI and automation.

Addressing the gathering, MEC Masina called on learners to embrace technology and innovation as drivers of economic growth and job creation.

"You are carrying the hope of your parents, the Department, the province and the nation. Don't let the fear of failure stop you from realising your full potential. We need your innovations and ideas. Let excellence be your standard. Let the spirit of OR Tambo inspire you until you reach your destiny," she said.

DID YOU KNOW?

For 16 consecutive years, the Mpumalanga Department of Education has successfully managed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) Examinations without any reported leakage of examination question papers.

This reflects our commitment to uphold the credibility, integrity and security of the examinations.

For us, protecting the integrity of examinations is a passion and a commitment to every learner who has worked hard for their future.

We remain resolute, credible examinations, fair opportunities and a future we can all be proud of.

A Province at work for all!

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