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CATHSSETA 3 Year Occupational Chef programme ends in graduation for 164 learners
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The Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality and Sports Sector Education and Training Authority CATHSSETA, is proud to announce the inaugural graduation of 164 learners who have completed the Occupational Chef NQF Level 5 Qualification Programme.
The programme is a transformative initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment through relevant and practical training in the hospitality sector.
The graduation ceremonies were held in Durban on the 16th of May, and in Sandton on the 28th of May.
This is the first group of graduates to emerge from CATHSSETA's pioneering Chef Artisan Programme, that was introduced as a response to the 'Decade of the Artisan' campaign, a ministerial flagship programme launched in 2014, to encourage technical skills training and to promote artisanship as a viable and respected career path.
The programme is a transformative initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment through relevant and practical training in the hospitality sector.
The graduation ceremonies were held in Durban on the 16th of May, and in Sandton on the 28th of May.
This is the first group of graduates to emerge from CATHSSETA's pioneering Chef Artisan Programme, that was introduced as a response to the 'Decade of the Artisan' campaign, a ministerial flagship programme launched in 2014, to encourage technical skills training and to promote artisanship as a viable and respected career path.
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South Africa launches first ever SANParks Biodiversity Offset Bank
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South Africa has taken a significant step in environmental conservation with the launch of the first-ever SANParks Biodiversity Offset Bank.
The initiative aims to expand and manage protected areas while supporting sustainable economic development.
The Offset Bank serves as a cornerstone of SANParks’ Vision 2040, which is centred on creating mega-living landscapes and interconnected areas where conservation is a catalyst for social upliftment and economic opportunity.
The Bank sets a precedent for how conservation goals can align with inclusive growth and climate-resilience development.
The SANParks Biodiversity Offset Bank will build a resilient natural heritage, enabling responsible development, and securing the well-being of current and future generations.
The initiative aims to expand and manage protected areas while supporting sustainable economic development.
The Offset Bank serves as a cornerstone of SANParks’ Vision 2040, which is centred on creating mega-living landscapes and interconnected areas where conservation is a catalyst for social upliftment and economic opportunity.
The Bank sets a precedent for how conservation goals can align with inclusive growth and climate-resilience development.
The SANParks Biodiversity Offset Bank will build a resilient natural heritage, enabling responsible development, and securing the well-being of current and future generations.
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Minister Stella Ndabeni launches Global Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Ministerial Meeting
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Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni has officially launched the first ever G20 Global Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Ministerial Meeting, which will take place from the 22nd of July.
Nearly 50 countries are expected to participate in the Ministerial Meeting, with countries including Brazil, Egypt, Kenya, India and Switzerland confirming their attendance.
Minister Stella Ndabeni says they are looking to address access to finance, review policies, and gather ideas on Accelerating Digital and Economic Transformation for SMMEs.
Nearly 50 countries are expected to participate in the Ministerial Meeting, with countries including Brazil, Egypt, Kenya, India and Switzerland confirming their attendance.
Minister Stella Ndabeni says they are looking to address access to finance, review policies, and gather ideas on Accelerating Digital and Economic Transformation for SMMEs.
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