mechanical and geo-technical problem solving. “I don’t see myself as an electrical engineer,” he says. “That restricts my capabilities. Rather, I see myself as an engineer capable of practising in all such fields equally.” Since 2014, Tekane has been building engineering capabilities for rural farmers in his spare time. This allows them to have running water for irrigation, sanitation and
drinking. Tekane wants to continue using his skills to help develop South Africa’s knowledge economy. “I hope one day my talents and skill-set will allow South Africa to be producers of technology competing with countries like America and China not just being consumers of technology.”
client feedback, project scoping and work-scheduling, and sub-contractor sourcing and appointment. His work as a design engineer includes leading detailed feasibility studies and mathematical model design. Tekane is a specialist in both fields of miniature aerial vehicle design and digital terrain modelling. Professionally he engages problems which require electrical,
M Ing Electrical and Electronic, 2015
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