Takealot and Services SETA launch R103m youth skills partnership
A partnership between Services SETA and Takealot aims to create 20,000 training, work-experience and income-generating opportunities for unemployed young people.
Minister of Higher Education, Buti Manamela, has appealed to the private sector to invest in the skills development of South Africa's youth. This call came during the launch of a R103 million fund in partnership with the Services SETA and delivery services provider Takealot at Ekurhuleni West TVET College in Katlehong. Manamela highlighted the importance of bridging the gap between unemployment and the world of work, emphasizing the need for meaningful pathways for the 5 million unemployed youth in the country.
The initiative aims to support at least 20,000 young individuals through delivery services, digital skills training, and other programmes. Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim echoed Manamela's sentiments, stressing the importance of transitioning young people from learning to earning. Frederick Zietsman, CEO of Takealot, expressed the company's commitment to nurturing talent in the digital economy, where they have seen significant growth over the past 11 years.
Sophie Mokoena, a beneficiary of the initiative, shared her story of resilience and expressed excitement about the potential positive impact on her life.
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