7eee1446-af80-4d6d-9912-d6cf0bb75be3 University of California, Berkeley astronomer Dr David DeBoer with Nelson Mandela University academics, Dr Victor Chike Agbakoba, PhD , Dr. David Waswa and Dr James Jena.Centre for Broadband Communication (CBC) researchers push boundaries in optical fibre technology...]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 22:00:00 GMT da3cb720-9067-437c-a627-47c82827cfec Two young academics at Nelson Mandela University’s Centre for Broadband Communication (CBC) helped a talented Gqeberha high school innovator to scoop a top bursary and award for an innovative project that impacts the rapidly growing field of 5G technology.  ]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 22:00:00 GMT 1e97fd4a-028f-4484-bd6d-dda646a4cd79 In a world where access to quality education is often a privilege rather than a right, initiatives like the Yebo Tutor program stand as beacons of hope, illuminating the path to educational equity. This April, the Madibaz Centre for Broadband Communication (CBC) extended its STEM outreach tour to the KZN ILembe district; with the YeboTutor live-stream help program. This initiative provides online Maths and science tutoring to Grade 11 and Grade 12 learners, aiming to bridge the gap in STEM education. ]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 22:00:00 GMT