UOT’s can solve Africa’s problems
GUEST SPEAKER: Dean of the Health and Wellness Faculty Prof Dhiro Gihwala addressed the importance of UOT’s in Africa
Friday, 13 July 2012
Universities of Technology are key to poverty eradication in Africa according to CPUT’s Prof Dhiro Gihwala.
The Dean of the Health and Wellness Faculty made the statement while addressing the recent Joint International Conference on Science and Technology for Development in Africa where he explained the important role of UOT’s in the South African context.
Prof Gihwala told delegates the programmes of an institution like CPUT were tailored to the demands of the country and industry- making it a key provider of skills and training.
And he emphasized the importance of upskilling our nation.
“South Africa currently produces around 1500 PHD graduates per year and that number should be much higher,” he says.
“UOT’s can champion the causes of Africa because of the distinctive nature of our offerings,” he says.
“Africa needs educated people with a special skills set to alleviate poverty- the most untapped resource in Africa is its people.”
By Lauren Kansley
Written by CPUT News
Email: news@cput.ac.za
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