Located in Microsoft’s Johannesburg offices, the centre is planned to help local companies of all sizes become more globally competitive and develop “next-generation solutions”.
Speaking at the MTC launch, Science and Technology Minister Derek Hanekom said it was important that South Africans and Africans develop home-grown technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly among the youth.
“There has never been a better time for businesses, government and the youth to develop solutions that can address a range of challenges. Technology hubs like these can only enhance our capacity to provide innovative solutions to the most pressing social and business challenges facing our country and continent,” said Mr Hanekom.
The MTC includes an array of purpose-built environments for learning and development experiences. This includes a data centre, fully-equipped developer suite, three envisioning centres and a retail store, which is being run in partnership with technology retailer Incredible Connection.
When will Nigeria have an enabling environment such as constant electricity supply, good roads and infrastructural facilities to attract all this multi-national companies to the country? Our government need to do more for God's sake.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. For unemployment to reduce and entrepreneurship to growth. Electricity and stable economy is needed.
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