Ehlanzeni District Municipality hosts plumbing training programme
Dr Nontobeko Mahlalela, the municipal manager, said the programme aimed to empower residents with valuable skills, create employment opportunities and enhance the overall quality of life for its citizens.
The Ehlanzeni District Municipality (EDM), in collaboration with the Public-Private Growth Initiative (PPGI), held a successful plumbing training programme.
The event was hosted in partnership with the Institute of Plumbing South Africa (IOPSA), under the District Development Model.
The two-day training programme took place on June 28 and 29 at Thaba Chweu Local Municipality.
The EDM’s municipal manager, Dr Nontobeko Mahlalela, said, “The training programme, which was held under the infrastructure work stream, aimed to equip participants with essential plumbing skills and knowledge to enhance the district’s overall development. About 30 participants, carefully selected from the district, had the opportunity to engage in comprehensive training sessions delivered by industry experts and professionals in the plumbing sector.”
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During the training sessions, partakers actively participated in hands-on exercises, theoretical lectures, and practical demonstrations, which were designed to enhance their understanding of plumbing principles, techniques and best practices.
“The programme covered a wide range of topics, including pipe installation, maintenance, water management and adherence to plumbing regulations. Additionally, discussions on the existing by-laws related to plumbing in the municipality were held. The aim was to ensure that all plumbing activities within the district adhere to the prescribed standards and regulations. These discussions emphasised the importance of proper plumbing practices in maintaining the district’s infrastructure integrity, conserving resources and ensuring public health and safety,” said Mahlalela.
The partnership between the EDM, PPGI and IOPSA underscored the commitment to foster public-private collaborations to drive sustainable economic growth and development in the district.
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“By investing in training and capacity-building initiatives like this plumbing programme, the municipality aims to empower its residents with valuable skills, create employment opportunities and enhance the overall quality of life for its citizens,” Mahlalela said.
The EDM extends its appreciation to the PPGI and IOPSA for their support and partnership in making this training programme a reality.
“The municipality remains committed to leveraging such collaborations to promote economic development, infrastructure improvement and skills empowerment within the district.” she said.
