What's Happening?
The AgriSETA Stakeholder Excellence Awards 2025 celebrated achievements in skills development and innovation within South Africa's agricultural sector. Held in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, the event recognized organizations and individuals contributing to youth
and women empowerment, inclusion of people with disabilities, and agri-entrepreneurship. The awards aim to promote high standards in skills development and project sustainability. Notable winners included Clarkebury Agricultural School for Youth Empowerment and DC Academy for Women Empowerment. The awards underscore AgriSETA's commitment to building a skilled and transformed agricultural sector through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.
Why It's Important?
The AgriSETA Awards play a crucial role in highlighting the importance of skills development in agriculture, a sector vital to South Africa's economy. By recognizing excellence in empowerment and innovation, the awards encourage continued investment in human capital, essential for addressing challenges such as food security and rural development. The focus on inclusivity and diversity also promotes equitable opportunities, fostering a more resilient and competitive agricultural industry. These efforts align with national goals of economic growth and social transformation, positioning agriculture as a key driver of sustainable development.
