{"id":46027,"date":"2024-05-30T15:09:25","date_gmt":"2024-05-30T13:09:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/sponsored-octotel-hopes-initiative-boosts-cape-towns-youth-employment-and-growth-20240530-4\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T22:31:12","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T20:31:12","slug":"sponsored-octotel-hopes-initiative-boosts-cape-towns-youth-employment-and-growth-20240530-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/sponsored-octotel-hopes-initiative-boosts-cape-towns-youth-employment-and-growth-20240530-4\/","title":{"rendered":"SPONSORED | Octotel hopes initiative boosts Cape Town’s youth employment and growth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Octotel<\/a>, the Western Cape\u2019s leading provider of Fibre connectivity, has proudly launched its internship and learnership programme to combat youth unemployment in South Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong><\/a>FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OCTOTEL HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This initiative underscores Octotel<\/a>\u2018s dedication to corporate social responsibility and its commitment to fostering the next generation of industry leaders and professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Cape Town, a city witnessing significant job growth, Octotel aims to sustain this momentum by investing in the emerging workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mayor of Cape Town, Geordin Hill-Lewis, supports this initiative, recognising its alignment with the city\u2019s economic growth and employment goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma Thomas, Octotel<\/a>\u2018s Head of HR, explains the programme\u2019s foundation: \u201cOur initiative targets youth unemployment, aligning with our core values of empowerment, innovation, and community involvement. Despite educational achievements, many young individuals face employment barriers. Our program aims to reduce these obstacles by equipping underprivileged youth with essential skills and opportunities, allowing them to contribute meaningfully to our industry and society.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme, developed in collaboration with SETA (Sector Education and Training Authority), offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes theoretical knowledge, practical skills, direct experience, and mentorship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Octotel\u2019s internship and leadership programme structure encompasses hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies, ensuring that participants emerge as well-rounded and highly employable individuals.<\/div>\n
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Participants are placed in various company departments, receiving guidance from experienced professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOur learners have quickly adapted to their roles, demonstrating the program\u2019s success in integrating them into our company culture and promoting their professional growth,\u201d Thomas remarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inganathi Jonas, a programme beneficiary, shares her enriching experience: \u201cThe Octotel<\/a> internship programme has been incredibly rewarding, enabling me to grow in unexpected ways.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She appreciates the skills gained and the support from Octotel<\/a> and its employees.Inspired by the positive outcomes of its first cohort, Octotel<\/a> is eager to expand this initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Octotel internship and learnership neneficiaries Inganathi Jonas and Siphokazi Hulana.<\/div>\n
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The programme has proven its transformative potential, with all beneficiaries being offered permanent positions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOffering permanent employment was a natural step,\u201d Thomas states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTheir enthusiasm and dedication have been inspirational, making them valuable members of the Octotel<\/a> family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis programme exemplifies the transformative impact of education, mentorship, and community engagement, contributing to Cape Town\u2019s job creation efforts and encouraging other companies to pursue similar initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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