Ramaphosa backs new Technology University as Solidarity launches Afrikaans University

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced plans for a new Technology University. The proposal aims to strengthen South Africa’s tech education capacity. At the same time, the Solidarity movement unveiled an Afrikaans University. The Afrikaans institution seeks to preserve language and cultural studies. Both initiatives reflect divergent priorities in higher education. Officials highlighted the need for specialized technical training. Supporters of the Afrikaans university stress linguistic heritage. Stakeholders will watch how the two projects develop and attract students.