{"id":1514,"date":"2024-11-12T07:41:43","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T07:41:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/2024\/11\/12\/mec-venus-blennies-visits-the-south-african-radio-astronomy-observatory-and-officiates-dining-under-the-stars-in-carnarvon\/"},"modified":"2024-11-12T07:41:43","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T07:41:43","slug":"mec-venus-blennies-visits-the-south-african-radio-astronomy-observatory-and-officiates-dining-under-the-stars-in-carnarvon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/2024\/11\/12\/mec-venus-blennies-visits-the-south-african-radio-astronomy-observatory-and-officiates-dining-under-the-stars-in-carnarvon\/","title":{"rendered":"MEC VENUS BLENNIES VISITS THE SOUTH AFRICAN RADIO ASTRONOMY OBSERVATORY AND OFFICIATES DINING UNDER THE STARS IN CARNARVON"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\"\"On 26 September 2024, Ms Venus Blennies, the MEC for Finance, Economic Development, and Tourism, joined by the Minister and Deputy Minister of Tourism, Mrs Patricia De Lille and Mrs Makhotso Magdeline Sotyu including senior government officials as well as various stakeholders embarked on her inaugural official visit to the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory in Carnarvon, Northern Cape.<\/p>\n

This visit highlights her commitment to fostering economic growth through innovative sectors like astronomy and tourism. During the visit, she delved into the observatory’s contributions to scientific research and its potential to attract tourism but to especially spark both domestic and international interest in scientific research which could ultimately boost the local economy. MEC Blennies emphasized the importance of collaboration between government and scientific communities to leverage these opportunities for sustainable development in the region whilst also learning about the MeerKat satellite on sight.<\/p>\n

In a unique celebration of Carnarvon's stunning night skies, MEC Venus Blennies hosted a special dinner-themed “Under the stars”, joined by the Minister and Deputy Minister of Tourism. This enchanting evening aimed to promote the region’s potential as a premier astronomical tourism destination. Guests enjoyed local cuisine while discussing strategies to enhance tourism through astronomy-related events and initiatives followed by dazzling performances as entertainment. MEC Blennies emphasized the ultimate goal of boosting the local economy by showcasing Carnarvon's celestial wonders, reinforcing the area's role as a hub for both science and tourism.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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\nMs Kehilwe Motabogi
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\nTel Number: 053 830 4078
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On 26 September 2024, Ms Venus Blennies, the MEC for Finance, Economic Development, and Tourism, joined by the Minister and Deputy Minister of Tourism, Mrs Patricia De Lille and Mrs Makhotso Magdeline Sotyu including senior government officials as well as various stakeholders embarked on her inaugural official visit to the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory<\/p>\n

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