MSHADZA – Local youths should stop folding their arms and blaming the government for not creating jobs but rather use their skill to generate income and create jobs for others.
This was strongly articulated by Rodney Zitha, Small Enterprise Development Agency’s (Seda) business adviser during the first phase of a training that is aimed at imparting business knowledge and skills to the younger generation.
The training is a result of a desperate cry by a youth organisation, Masoyi Community Organisation (MCO), which pleaded with Seda to assist and equip the troubled youth.
“If we wake up and just sit and always complain about foreigners stealing our jobs, it’s not going to help us or our communities. There are many things you can use to start a business, your skills for instance and although Seda will not give you money, we are here to assist you by generating business ideas and plans,” Zitha said.
The youngsters who seemed to be challenged by a lack of knowledge were given ideas how to generate business ideas and all the steps to be followed when embarking on the business journey.
“You don’t have to wait for jobs, find your passion and come up with a bright idea. Check if your idea is viable and take it from there,” advised Zitha.
According to the MCO, the organisation deals with social problems and is dedicated to helping the unemployed youth of Masoyi.
“What we did is that we went to Seda and asked if they could help. They told us to get 25 or more young people whom they will train for probably three days so they can become young entrepreneurs.
“After the course all the trainees will receive certificates,” said one of the members, Andiswa Mthimkhulu.
The training will arm 66 youths with business skills and hopefully face the business world with relevant knowledge.
