Encouraging Youth in Okavango District to Explore Beyond Tourism Careers

Strategic Insights -

The Nkashi Trust organized a career fair in Beetsha, Okavango District, targeting students from local schools and the community. The fair aimed to expose the youth to a wide range of career opportunities beyond the dominant tourism industry in the region. Mr. Chillie Motshusi, Nkashi Trust manager, emphasized the importance of exploring other career paths, citing the need for young people to be informed about alternative options. The career fair was supported by Okavango Eternal, a partnership between the National Geographic Society and De Beers Group, which aims to protect the Okavango Delta and empower local communities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nkashi Trust career fair targeted students from schools in Okavango District and the general community, aiming to expose them to various career opportunities.
  • Mr. Chillie Motshusi, Nkashi Trust manager, encouraged young people to consider careers beyond tourism, citing the need for exploration and awareness of alternative paths.
  • The career fair was supported by Okavango Eternal, a partnership between the National Geographic Society and De Beers Group, which also aims to protect the Okavango Delta and empower local communities.
  • Keynote speaker Mr. Goboletsemang Boitshwarelo, a journalist from Botswana Television, advised students to identify their career goals, seek relevant information and mentors, and pursue their passions.
  • Students in attendance expressed appreciation for the career fair, with Ms. Nonhle Gobusamang from Shakawe Senior Secondary School and Ms. Sorrow Motholwa, an out-of-school youth, praising the event for providing insightful information on career paths.

Statistics:

  • The Okavango District is rich in natural resources that support the tourism industry, but also has other career opportunities that young people should consider.
  • The Nkashi Trust career fair was jointly supported by Okavango Eternal, a partnership dedicated to protecting the source waters of the Okavango Delta and supporting sustainable livelihoods of community members.
  • The fair aimed to expose the youth to a wide range of career opportunities, including those outside the tourism industry.
  • Students from schools in Okavango District and the general community attended the career fair, indicating a need for exposure to various career paths.
  • Mr. Goboletsemang Boitshwarelo advised students to seek relevant information and mentors when identifying their career goals.

Sources:

  • "Nkashi Trust Career Fair Highlights Importance of Exploring Beyond Tourism Careers" [No date]
  • "Nkashi Trust and Okavango Eternal Collaborate on Career Development Initiative" [No date]
  • Mr. Chillie Motshusi, Nkashi Trust Manager (as quoted in the article)
  • Mr. Goboletsemang Boitshwarelo, Keynote Speaker (as quoted in the article)