PROJECTS UNDERTAKEN BY ULWAZI
Further details on the underlined projects can be accessed by clicking on the relevant project.
- Galeshewe Science Centre, Kimberley (2009): on behalf of Sol Plaatje Municipality, developed a business plan for an interactive educational science centre as a key component of the Galeshewe Urban Renewal Programme.
- Planetarium, Cape Town (2008): on behalf of Iziko Museums of Cape Town, developed a business plan for an upgrade to the Planetarium, in particular, the installation of a full dome, immersive digital projection system.
- Kouga Cultural Centre, Humansdorp (2008- ): participating in exploring options for the further development of this facility, including installing an interactive science centre and creating a public-private partnership to manage its future operations.
- Taung Skull World Heritage Site (2007): principal consultant to the North West Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Environment for the development of a comprehensive business plan for this recently proclaimed World Heritage Site.
- Science Centres in the Northern Cape Province (2007): facilitated a workshop among more than 20 public and private sector stakeholders to secure stakeholder buy-in and to outline a plan for the establishment of science centres in the Northern Cape.
- Fundza Village of Discovery (2006): developed a business plan for the Mbombela Local Municipality for a new edu-tainment complex in Nelspruit, including an interactive science centre, heritage museum, art gallery, cultural industries business incubator, and associated commercial activities.
- West Coast Fossil Park, Langebaanweg, Western Cape (2005- ): facilitated a workshop to establish a master plan and provided advice on the development of a Trust to expand/manage this facility as a research, education and tourism attraction. Continuing to provide ongoing advice.
- Interactive Experiences, eThekwini Metro (2005-6): provided advice for the development of a science centre to be incorporated into an extension of the Durban Natural Science Museum, and advised on other interactive components to be incorporated into a framework plan for a proposed Science/Heritage Precinct and a proposed Educational/Heritage Trail in Durban. Project development currently on hold.
- TechnoCentre, Uitenhage, Eastern Cape (2004-2005): participated in evaluating a business plan for a science centre and provided additional advice to implement the project as a component of re-developing Uitenhage’s old railway sheds and station.
- National Network of Science Centres for South Africa (2004): undertook a feasibility study for the Department of Science and Technology (DST) which included an audit of existing science centres, the identification and analysis of alternative models for the proposed network, and recommendations on an ideal model. The study formed the basis for DST to publish norms and standards and a roll-out plan for the network. Cabinet has recently approved the implementation of the plan.
- Boyden Science Centre, Free State (2002-2003): facilitated the development of a master plan and managed the construction of Phase I of the centre for the University of the Free State. Have continued to advise on subsequent phases of the project.
- Olwazini Discovery Centre, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal (2001-2002): managed the development of this unique interactive science and cultural centre for Akani Msunduzi (Pty) Ltd.