{
  "id": 6632817,
  "title": "Why school leavers are urged to consider TVET colleges for 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/why-school-leavers-are-urged-to-consider-tvet-colleges-for-2027-6632817",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T20:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/the-star/2026-09-10-why-school-leavers-are-urged-to-consider-tvet-colleges-for-20272/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Education advocate Hendrick Makaneta has encouraged South African young people to think about technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges for their post-secondary education in 2027. This advice comes as the deadline for applying to these institutions approaches, with the final day for submissions set for September 30.\n\nMakaneta challenged the notion that TVET colleges are merely a fallback option for those who don't get into traditional universities. He emphasized that attending a TVET college should not be viewed as a failure or a last resort. Instead, he urged prospective students to choose qualifications that align with their career goals and personal interests.\n\nThe speaker stressed the practical nature of vocational training offered at TVET colleges. These institutions provide students with skills that are directly applicable to the workforce, preparing them for jobs in various fields. Moreover, TVET colleges can also serve as a launchpad for entrepreneurship, enabling students to start their own businesses upon graduation.\n\nMakaneta pointed out that increasing access to technical training in areas such as engineering, construction, business, hospitality, and information technology could greatly help reduce South Africa's high youth unemployment rate. However, he cautioned that to fully utilize the potential of this sector, the government must invest more in improving the infrastructure of TVET colleges and ensuring they have adequate resources and equipment for their students.\n\nAs school leavers across the country consider their future paths in 2027, Makaneta urged them to thoroughly research the TVET options available locally, assess the needs of the job market, and submit their applications before the September 30 deadline.",
  "summary": "Education activist Hendrick Makaneta is urging school leavers to consider TVET colleges as a route into technical training, employment and entrepreneurship. Applicants should check their chosen college’s official closing date for 2027 admissions.",
  "key_points": [
    "Education advocate urges South African youth to consider TVET colleges for 2027.",
    "TVET colleges offer practical vocational training aligned with career goals.",
    "Increased investment needed to reduce youth unemployment and improve infrastructure."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
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      {
        "outlet": "IOL",
        "title": "Why school leavers are urged to consider TVET colleges for 2027",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/why-school-leavers-are-urged-to-consider-tvet-colleges-for-2027",
        "published": "2026-09-10T14:31:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}