TANZANIA: Students move from training to rewarding careers
Don Bosco Oysterbay organizes ‘Unlock Your Future’ job fair
TANZANIA
(MissionNewswire) Don Bosco Oysterbay Vocational Training Center in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania organized a career fair for students to explore different career opportunities. The theme of the event was “Unlock Your Future”, which emphasized empowerment, self-discovery and preparation for the professional world. The goal for Salesian graduates is a smooth transition from training to rewarding careers.
The fair provided students the opportunity to network with industry leaders and learn about the latest advances in new technologies. During the event the students presented five projects, entirely designed and developed by them. In addition, Tooku Garments Tanzania Ltd and Toyota Tanzania Ltd, who deal with the export of fabrics and mechanics of motor vehicles, presented the technologies they use.
A Salesian said, “This was a very important day for youth to learn and discover their future in the world of technology. We want to ensure that students are able to find and retain employment after they graduate. The school also aims to provide training programs that fit the needs of the community to offer industry a skilled workforce.”
The center looks to professional industries to help support their work for youth. In 2023, the center launched a partnership with Daikin to officially launch a new Air Conditioning Center of Excellence.
The center is equipped with modern machines used to train students in the latest air conditioning technology. This initiative benefits 150 students. Rising temperatures due to climate change have led many people to install air conditioning systems in their homes and offices. There is a growing need for highly qualified skilled technicians in this sector.
In Tanzania, 67.9% of the population lives below the poverty line. While the country has seen some economic growth in tourism, mining, trade and communication, the number of Tanzanians living below the poverty line has marginally increased due to rapid population growth. In some regions, up to half of the population struggles to meet the cost of essential food and shelter and other basic necessities like clothing, health care and education.
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ANS – Tanzania – A large job fair at Don Bosco Oysterbay
Salesian Missions – Tanzania
UNICEF – Tanzania
