Eastern Cape TVET colleges began their 2025 TVET Month roadshow today at Humandorp High School and Lungiso High School, highlighting available study programmes, upcoming online applications, and efforts to break the stigma around technical and vocational education.
Background
August is officially recognised as TVET Month across South Africa. The Department of Higher Education and participating colleges use this period to promote TVET institutions as first-choice options for young people seeking skills-based education.
This year’s theme, “TVET for All. Skills. Opportunity. Change,” underlines the sector’s commitment to inclusivity, employability, and lifelong learning.
Key Moments
The first leg of the roadshow visited Humandorp High School and Lungiso High School, where learners were introduced to career pathways offered by TVET colleges.
College representatives also provided information on online applications for the next academic year, equipping learners with the knowledge to prepare ahead of time.
Impact on Community
By targeting underprivileged communities, the campaign addresses barriers to information and ensures that learners from rural and township schools understand the opportunities available through TVET education.
The initiative also seeks to shift perceptions around vocational training, positioning TVET as a pathway to employment, entrepreneurship, and further studies.
Impact Summary
- 2025 TVET Month campaign launched in Eastern Cape schools.
- Theme focuses on skills, opportunity, and social change.
- First visits held at Humandorp and Lungiso High Schools.
- Roadshow highlights college programmes and online applications.
- Aims to break stigma and make TVET a first choice for learners.
