Authored by: Captain SA | SA Rainbow News | 29th August 2025
The Department of Employment and Labour, in partnership with various institutions and organizations, successfully hosted a Work and Career Expo on 28 August 2025 at Agape Full Gospel Church in Ivory Park, Midrand. The event served as a beacon of hope and opportunity, empowering young people with vital resources to shape their future.
#WorkAndCareerExpo #IvoryPark #YouthOpportunities
The expo was led with excellence by Pamela Dlamini, the dedicated host of a youth empowerment program, working alongside Bonginkosi and Mahlatsi. Together, they focused on equipping young people with the necessary skills and knowledge to secure employment, enhance career readiness, and pursue entrepreneurship. Their initiative emphasized CV writing, interview preparation, and access to bursary and learnership opportunities.
#YouthEmpowerment #SkillsDevelopment #CareerReadiness
The event attracted stakeholders from across multiple sectors, who shared insights and opportunities with the youth. These included:
- Department of Employment and Labour (Lunga, Michael, Mamusuwe)
- Boston College (Kennedy)
- EASTC College (Nandipha)
- Gauteng Young Vision NPO (Elias)
- Department of Basic Education
- Regenesys (Teboho)
- Youth Desk Norkem (Katie)
- Bedford NPO
- SA Rainbow News (Martha)
Each representative provided valuable knowledge ranging from skills training, educational opportunities, bursaries, and business development, to free matric upgrade programs—all aimed at broadening the horizons of youth participants.
#Education #BusinessOpportunities #Entrepreneurship
Special appreciation goes to the youth participants who attended in large numbers, coming from various townships and locations. Their determination to learn, network, and strive for progress demonstrated their hunger for success in their employment and entrepreneurship journeys.
#YouthInAction #FutureLeaders #CommunityImpact
The success of this career expo was made possible through collaboration, commitment, and vision. Gratitude is extended to all stakeholders for their continued support and for ensuring the event’s impact was both powerful and memorable. This gathering marked a step forward in bridging the gap between young people and the opportunities they deserve.
#ThankYou #PartnershipsForChange #BuildingFutures
