MINISTER NZIMANDE TO DELIVER KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT THE LAUNCH OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME AT THE NQADU GREAT PLACE IN THE EASTERN CAPE
Today, 8 May, 2026, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande will deliver the keynote address at the official launch of the Natural Resources Management Programme (NRMP) at the Nqadu Great Place, Eastern Cape.
The Natural Resources Management Programme is an initiative of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), which is an entity of the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation.
The NRMP uses satellite information and space-based technology to help communities protect and manage their natural resources.
By combining modern technology with community knowledge, the programme supports safer living areas, improved planning, and a healthier environment.
The launch event is a joint initiative of the AmaXhosa Kingdom Great House and the South African National Space Agency. For this reason, the launch also supports the AmaXhosa Kingdom’s King Hintsa 191st Salutation Event and celebrates the 15th anniversary the South African National Space Agency.
The launch will be held under theme: “Unlocking Opportunities for Rural Development Using Earth Intelligence- Space Meets the People”.
Media are invited as follows:
Date: Today, 08 May 2026
Venue: Nqadu Great Place, Willowvale, Komkhulu
Time: 08:30–12:45
Enquiries: Mr Veli Mbele, Media Liaison Officer and Spokesperson to the Minister, on 064 615 0644 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Mr Nkosi Lonwabo on 067 983 6180 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
