Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Deputy President Paul Mashatile launched a state-of-the-art 4IR Digital Innovation Lab and Millwright Centre of Specialisation at Gert Sibande TVET College in Standerton, Mpumalanga, on April 14, 2026. Supported by the Sasol Foundation, this initiative aims to equip youth with future-ready skills in automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence, bridging the gap between education and industry.