VETA to formalize skills of 80 students

DAR ES SALAAM: VOCATIONAL Education and Training Authority (VETA) plans to formalize the skills of 80 students to ensure they are recognized in the job market.

This initiative is part of VETA’s ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between education and employment, offering students the skills and certification needed to increase their competitiveness in the workforce.

By equipping students with recognized qualifications, VETA aims to improve employment prospects, especially in industries where skilled labor is in high demand.

This move also supports the broader goal of enhancing vocational education as a key driver of economic growth and reducing unemployment.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Dr Doto Biteko closed the VETA’s 30th commemoration.

He has emphasized the need for the Authority to improve its training programs to align with current technology and meet the demands of the global market.

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‘’There is significance for improving VETA’s programs to meet the evolving needs of the modern job market, particularly in the face of rapid technological advancements,’’ he noted

He added it is important to note that the discussions held over the four days of the meeting, which involved 2,624 participants, should be thoroughly reviewed and acted upon.

These discussions included key topics such as the need to increase the number of trainers and the establishment of accessible infrastructure.

Specifically, the process of building branches of the VETA in all 64 districts, with the primary aim of enhancing employment opportunities for the surrounding communities.

He narrated that as technology continues to reshape industries, the Authority must modernize its curriculum and teaching methods to provide students with the practical skills necessary to excel in today’s workforce.

On his part, the Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Professor Adolf Mkenda said they will continue to collaborate with various stakeholders and exchange knowledge to ensure the Authority aligns with the demands of the market.

‘’Recently, the Authority met and we were able to collaborate with clothing stakeholders to discuss how to align with the market. Moving forward, we will continue to meet with other creative partners to foster further innovation,’’ he said