Light at the end of the tunnel…
Graduates received their certificates in New Venture Creation and Import and Export.
Tsakane – Dimpho Tsa Lerato Primary Projects held their first graduation ceremony on Friday at Tsakane Ext 1.
The initiative is the brain child of Emmah Sekgobela (58), who started the programme in honour of her late daughter, Dimpho Sekgobela.
“This was my daughter’s dream.
“She died in January after having obtained her degree in marketing.
“She believed we should learn to start our own businesses and create employment for ourselves,” says Sekgobela.
The Dimpho Tsa Lerato Primary Projects is empowered by the Maximum Development Institute (MDI), who handed out the skills certificates to graduates.
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Jabu Mahlangu, MDI director, explains: “We are responsible for the skills development in various sectors, we aim to empower people whether employed or not.
“The project is part of AgriSETA which implements learning through adult education, skills development and learnerships.
“We are so proud of our graduates today, they have showed commitment.”
Overall, 40 students were honoured, including 82-year-old Margaret Matlokwa who was over joyed as this was the first time she has graduated.
“These tears are tears of joy.
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“I am thankful to my neighbour who was the one who brought me here.
“I committed myself because I love the work we do here.
“Not only does it keep me busy, I am learning new things every day which helps to keep my mind fresh,” says Matlokwa.
The community is invited to participate in various courses offered at the Dimpho Tsa Lerato Primary Projects, the learning groups meet at 1044 Khanya Street, Tsakane, on weekdays from 2pm to 4pm.
The classroom facilitator, Mduduzi Baloyi, says they have gardening, event management, sewing, mechanics, media, and product selling, farming and designing.
Classes accommodate anyone and they implement various learning techniques to ensure everyone understands what is being taught in class.
For more information contact Sekgobela on 072 843 6901.
