Empowering Youth for Namibia's Energy Future: The Role of TVET Colleges in the //Kharas Region
Key Ideas
  • The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) is actively preparing TVET colleges to meet the training needs arising from the emerging energy sector, including green hydrogen, oil, and gas.
  • Efforts are being made to align TVET training with global standards, enhance soft skills, and promote international collaboration to equip graduates for the international job market.
  • The NTA is working to ensure that the Keetmanshoop VTC becomes a 'Centre of Excellence' by engaging industry stakeholders, providing support, and prioritizing training quality and industry relevance.
  • Collaboration with institutions like NIMT and PETROFUND is shaping the TVET training landscape in Namibia, focusing on skill development in fields such as boilermaking, electrical engineering, and fitting and turning.
Namibia's focus on energy development, particularly in the //Kharas region, has highlighted the crucial role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges in preparing the youth for future employment opportunities. The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) is actively involved in shaping the TVET sector to meet the training demands of the emerging energy industry, including green hydrogen, oil, and gas. The NTA aims to upgrade existing programs and develop new ones to cater to the skills needed in these sectors, emphasizing the importance of aligning training with industry timelines and requirements. To enhance the global employability of TVET graduates, the NTA is focusing on aligning training with international standards, developing soft skills, and promoting international collaborations and exchange programs. Efforts are being made to ensure that graduates are competitive in the global job market through quality assurance mechanisms and strategic investments. The establishment of the Keetmanshoop VTC as a 'Centre of Excellence' aligns with the goals of the National TVET Policy of 2021, aiming for higher-quality TVET and reformed qualifications. The NTA is working towards making the Keetmanshoop VTC a hub of excellence by involving industry stakeholders, educators, and government bodies in decision-making processes and emphasizing training quality and industry relevance. Collaborations with institutions like the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) and PETROFUND are enriching the TVET landscape, offering scholarships in fields such as boilermaking and electrical engineering. The NTA is keen on ensuring that the TVET offerings at Keetmanshoop VTC complement the local and global economic context while supporting sustainable development and just energy transitions, ultimately aiming to position the institution as a benchmark for training quality and industry expectations.
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