Green Skills Programme Aims to Create Jobs for South African Youth
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The African Development Bank Group and the National Business Initiative (NBI) have announced a new effort to help young people in South Africa learn green skills and find work. The programme focuses on jobs connected to protecting the environment and moving towards cleaner energy, sectors that are expected to grow in the coming years.
South Africa has a high level of youth unemployment, and many young people leave school or university without the practical skills that employers need. The partnership aims to close this gap by offering training and links to businesses. Its goal is to prepare young South Africans for careers in areas such as renewable energy, waste management and sustainable farming.
The two organisations say the initiative will work with private companies, which can provide training places, mentoring and possible job opportunities. By bringing together public institutions, businesses and development banks, they hope to make the transition to a greener economy more inclusive. Details about the number of participants and the start dates of the training are expected to be shared in the coming months.
If the programme succeeds, it could offer a practical path into work for many young people while supporting South Africa's wider goals on climate and sustainable development.
Sources: African Development Bank Group
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