The Labour Minister voiced frustration over a stalled technical college project. Joel Chigona visited the nearly finished Nsoni Community Technical College in Chiladzulu today. Construction started back in 2019 but stopped in 2021. The building is about ninety percent complete, yet still not open.
Chigona said he hopes it will finally operate by June or July. He stressed the need for local skills training so that youth do not have to travel far. Minor issues remain at the site, but he called them easy fixes. TEVETA Board Chair Gilbert Chilinde noted the project was moving well before it halted. He said the board must ensure facilities meet proper learning standards.
Chilinde stated the government's focus should be on opening completed colleges before starting new ones. Many built institutions sit empty without equipment or teachers. Both officials linked technical education to national development goals. They emphasized equipping young people with skills to support the country's long-term vision.
Chigona said he hopes it will finally operate by June or July. He stressed the need for local skills training so that youth do not have to travel far. Minor issues remain at the site, but he called them easy fixes. TEVETA Board Chair Gilbert Chilinde noted the project was moving well before it halted. He said the board must ensure facilities meet proper learning standards.
Chilinde stated the government's focus should be on opening completed colleges before starting new ones. Many built institutions sit empty without equipment or teachers. Both officials linked technical education to national development goals. They emphasized equipping young people with skills to support the country's long-term vision.
