Unemployed youth prepare for careers in construction

Young unemployed adults from a community in Laingsburg, Western Cape, were selected by the South African National Roads Agency Limited to complete our quality Construction Supervisory learnership. They were trained by very competent professionals who have worked widely in the construction industry before joining Tjeka.

Furthermore, a number of individuals were also selected to complete our artisanal training programmes. Motivated, determined and talented, these individuals are also making the best of this opportunity to develop their skills and play their part in growing our industry.

One of the biggest challenges that we face as a country is high youth unemployment. The vast majority of these citizens are under-skilled and reside within poor areas. Our construction industry is in a position to uplift these communities as this is where it sources labour. However, a longer-term view should always be taken by ensuring that these individuals also possess the skills needed to make projects a success and to access future employment opportunities. This is underpinned by quality training.