the scope of works include the design and construct a new Science Centre in Cofimvaba. Whereas the four strategic goals that should be addressed by science centres in South Africa constitute a primary roadmap for the development programmes run by the science centre, the context of these programmes will at all times be geared to contribute to the Dept of Science and Innocation’s endeavours to build a healthy National System of Innovation) to develop a society that: (a) understands and values science, (including technology and innovation) (b) appreciates the critical role of science in ensuring national prosperity and a sustainable environment