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Modern Technology Training Centre for the blind to be launched by Minister Fritz

6 June 2016

Tomorrow, Minister Albert Fritz will address the launch of the world-first Kaleidoscope Modern technology Training Centre for the blind in Worcester.

The Centre is a partnership between the NGO Kaleidoscope (formerly the Institute for the Bind), the international tech giant Apple, and banking group, ABSA.

The facility will play a crucial role in empowering people with disabilities, especially the blind, with skills that’ll allow them to become skilled tech artisans and digital entrepreneurs.

There will be an opportunity for photos and interviews.

Date: 06 June 2016 (Tomorrow)

Time: 11:00am

Venue: 20 Adderley Street, Worcester

Media Enquiries: 

Spokesperson for Albert Fritz, Minister of Social Development

Western Cape Government

7th floor, 14 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town, 8000

Tel : (021) 483 9217

Cell :  076 083 6543

Email : Sihle.Ngobese@westerncape.gov.za