The MEC for Education in the North West Province, Viola Motsumi convened a strategic meeting with senior management of the North West Department of Education and representatives from the University of South Africa (Unisa) led by President of the Unisa convocation, Mr Justice Dabampe to explore an innovative partnership in a meeting held on Tuesday, 19 November 2024.

This meeting focused on piloting a groundbreaking career guidance program designed to empower learners to make informed career choices as early as Grade 9. The proposed program is part of Unisa’s broader strategy to enhance career readiness among learners in the future to align learners’ talents, interests, and aspirations with future career opportunities well before they reach matric.

Unisa’s decision to partner with the North West Province stems from the province’s significant contribution to the university’s enrolments. The program will also support the department’s goal of integrating career guidance into the life sciences curriculum through a collaborative approach.

MEC Motsumi expressed her optimism about the initiative.
“This partnership is a step forward in shaping the futures of our learners by giving them the tools and support needed to make well-informed career decisions. We hope that these engagements bear fruit in a way that will address career readiness challenges and strengthen our education system”, echoes Motsumi.

The North West Department of Education and Unisa remain committed to fostering innovative collaborations that align with the province’s education priorities and prepare learners for the demands of the modern workforce.

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