Author: Staff Writer
ASPIRE Welcomes sixty youth to groundbreaking learnership program. Amathole Economic Development Agency t/s ASPIRE is proud to announce the commencement of a transformative learnership program for sixty young learners in the Amathole district.
This groundbreaking initiative is designed to provide comprehensive agricultural training, combining theoretical and practical knowledge, equipping learners with vital skills to excel in the agricultural sector or establish their own agri-business ventures. The program reflects Amathole District Municipality's (ADM) strategic objectives and ASPIRE’s commitment to driving economic development through key focus areas, with agriculture being a cornerstone of sustainable growth in the region.
The learnership program symbolizes a major step forward in addressing unemployment, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting food security within the Amathole District. By equipping learners with the tools to thrive in agriculture, this initiative contributes directly to building a vibrant, self-sustaining economy and ensuring long-term prosperity for the community.
The CEO of ASPIRE, Mr. Xabadiya, expressed his excitement for the start of the training, stating, “We are happy to witness the enthusiasm of these sixty learners as they embark on this life-changing journey.” He emphasized that the program aims to develop not only a skilled workforce but also a new generation of innovative agricultural entrepreneurs who will drive the region's development. Mr. Xabadiya also indicated that the program will officially be launched in May 2025, in the presence of the ASPIRE board of directors, shareholders (Amathole District Municipality), and other important stakeholders.
This initiative reaffirms the commitment of ADM and ASPIRE to empower the youth of Amathole, ensuring that they are not only employable but also positioned as future leaders in the agricultural sector.
