August 28, 2024 at 10:6
Ministry of Technology and Science Permanent Secretary Brilliant Habeenzu has appealed to experts in the agricultural sector to help the country develop curriculum that will respond to the gaps in the industry and spur growth. Dr. Habeenzu said the New Dawn Government has embarked on an ambitious journey to the revamp the economy and the agricultural sector through livestock expansion is at the top of the agenda.
Speaking yesterday when he officiated at the agriculture sector curriculum development in Farm Management and Veterinary Technology in Chilanga Dr Habeenzu said Zambia has the potential to grow the livestock sector. “We want to train students ... Read more
August 26, 2024 at 11:29
Technology and Science Minister Felix Mutati has implored young people graduating from higher learning institutions to be innovative, by venturing into entrepreneurship activities and not wait for white collar jobs. Speaking during the graduation ceremony for 555 beneficiaries of mining skills training from Mopani Central Training Centre in Mufulira (MCTC), Mr Mutati said the New Dawn government will continue creating opportunities for citizens to acquire skills that will help them become self-sufficient.
Mr Mutati said it was gratifying to see more people undertake skills training especially in the mining towns a move that he said will help bring sanity in ... Read more
June 28, 2024 at 13:56
In this video, we provide a comprehensive guide on navigating the TEVETA website. We'll walk you through the steps to access the site, highlighting key features and functionalities that make it an essential resource. You'll learn about the various systems integrated into the TEVETA platform, designed to streamline processes and enhance user experience. Whether you're a student, educator, or professional, this tutorial will help you utilize the TEVETA website to its fullest potential. Don't miss out on discovering how TEVETA can support your educational and vocational needs.
June 22, 2024 at 10:18
The Zambia National Service (ZNS) has started constructing the competition arena for the World Skills Africa Competition which Zambia will host in Livingstone in April 2025. ZNS is constructing the multi-purpose arena which will host 13 out of the 20 skills competitions which over one thousand youths from different African countries will compete for from 7 to 12 April 2024 at the Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies (LIBES).
Technology and Science Minister Hon. Felix Mutati, who was represented at the ground breaking ceremony in Livingstone this morning by Tourism Minister Hon. Rodney Sikumba, diisclosed that ZNS will build the com ... Read more
June 7, 2024 at 12:52
To strengthen systems for skills development, TEVETA is building capacity in 20 members of Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) in standard setting, quality assurance and assessment processes. The EIZ members will become part of the TEVETA inspectorate to enhance quality assurance.
The 20 are from different engineering backgrounds, various companies and possess a wealth of experiences vital to skills development in the country.
The move is aimed at sharing resources in assuring quality of training in the sector. Joint inspections between TEVETA and EIZ are in line with heightened aspiration to develop a competent workforce ... Read more
May 30, 2024 at 14:11
Minister of Technology and Science, Felix Mutati said economic transformation and job creation demands for a competent workforce that optimises dividends in priority sectors in the Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP).
Speaking through the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu during the Skills Conference organised by the Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) and TEVETA, the Mr. Mutati said solutions to challenges facing the country required sustained collaboration between the public and private sector for the country to thrive. He said the Skills Conference objective underscored the critical role skills development played in t ... Read more
May 27, 2024 at 13:13
The Committee on Education, Science and Technology of the National Assembly of Zambia today visited TEVETA to appreciate the implementation of the two-tier system and the broad skills development landscape in line with the priority the Government has placed on skills for job and wealth creation.
Committee Chairperson, Hon. Harry Kamboni (MP) said vocationalisation of education is among strategic reforms by Government aimed at improving the quality of skills among young people for them to effectively participate in the economy.
The Chairperson who is also the Kalomo Central lawmaker urged TEVETA to create adequate time to engage parliam ... Read more
May 21, 2024 at 8:22
TEVETA has signed apprenticeship contracts with Bell Equipment Zambia worth K8.4 million in earthmoving equipment. The apprenticeship contracts are in line with the mining sector productivity and energy transition aspirations of the country.
TEVETA Director General, Cleophas Takaiza commended Bell Equipment for taking up a second cohort of apprentices to support the national Work Based Learning (WBL) framework. Mr. Takaiza said WBL initiatives provided practical experiences for apprentices for smooth transition in the job market. "Apprenticeship is one of the best ways to prepare young people for the job market. They gain both practical experience and indus ... Read more
