Two South African organizations have extended their partnership to train young people for technology jobs. The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority signed a new agreement with mLab. Both groups work together to teach digital skills that prepare youth for modern careers. The partnership addresses high unemployment rates among young South Africans. Women and people with disabilities receive special attention through these programs.
The organizations first joined forces three years ago. Their Internet of Things training program operates from Kimberley. Fifteen young participants learn technical skills through this three-month course. Women make up 40 percent of the students. Each participant receives tools and money to support their learning.
MICT SETA leader Matome Mdibana wants to change how training works. He believes young people should create jobs rather than just search for them. Innovation and new ideas must come from youth to transform the economy. Traditional job-seeking approaches have not solved unemployment problems. Young entrepreneurs need support for creative business concepts.
mLab head Nicky Koorbanally sees great potential among disadvantaged communities. Her organization builds systems that help students earn money after training. Real change requires moving beyond basic education to practical results. Talent exists throughout South Africa but needs proper development. Communities can benefit when young people gain valuable technology skills.
The renewed partnership covers training programs across multiple provinces. Both organizations will develop new courses and seek funding together. Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape will receive special focus. The agreement supports creating technology ecosystems throughout South Africa.
The organizations first joined forces three years ago. Their Internet of Things training program operates from Kimberley. Fifteen young participants learn technical skills through this three-month course. Women make up 40 percent of the students. Each participant receives tools and money to support their learning.
MICT SETA leader Matome Mdibana wants to change how training works. He believes young people should create jobs rather than just search for them. Innovation and new ideas must come from youth to transform the economy. Traditional job-seeking approaches have not solved unemployment problems. Young entrepreneurs need support for creative business concepts.
mLab head Nicky Koorbanally sees great potential among disadvantaged communities. Her organization builds systems that help students earn money after training. Real change requires moving beyond basic education to practical results. Talent exists throughout South Africa but needs proper development. Communities can benefit when young people gain valuable technology skills.
The renewed partnership covers training programs across multiple provinces. Both organizations will develop new courses and seek funding together. Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape will receive special focus. The agreement supports creating technology ecosystems throughout South Africa.
