A graduation ceremony was held on October 31 for over 80 young trainees who completed a three-month vocational training program in Adi-Tekelezan sub-zone. The program included theoretical and practical courses in various fields. The training aimed to equip young people with skills to become more productive members of society. The National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students (NUEYS) organized the program in collaboration with its partners.
The training covered water and electrical installation, computer technology, and hairdressing. Mr. Neraeyo Rezene, Head of NUEYS in the sub-zone, stated that the objective of the training was to develop the capacities of young people. The program is part of NUEYS' efforts to provide vocational skills to Eritrean youths. Rezene emphasized the importance of the training in empowering young people.
Lieutenant Colonel Yemane Mebrahtu, Administrator of the Adi-Tekelezan sub-zone, commended NUEYS for its contribution to equipping young people with vocational skills. He encouraged the trainees to put their skills into practice and further upgrade their professional competence. Mebrahtu highlighted the significance of the training in enabling young people to become more productive members of society.
Over the past 10 years, NUEYS has organized vocational training programs and provided interest-free loan opportunities to encourage trainees and help them establish their own businesses. Ms. Shamla Gebrekidan, Head of the Projects Unit at the NUEYS branch in Anseba Region, stated that the union has been working to support young people in various ways.
In addition to vocational training, NUEYS has provided support to trainees in other areas. Six women were provided with beehives and necessary equipment for beekeeping. Gebrekidan encouraged the trainees to make effective use of the opportunities provided to them. The support aims to help trainees establish their own businesses and become self-reliant.
The graduation ceremony marked a significant milestone for the trainees who completed the vocational training program. The program has equipped them with skills to pursue careers in various fields. The trainees are expected to contribute to the development of their communities.
The collaboration between NUEYS and its partners has been instrumental in providing vocational training to Eritrean youths. The program is part of a broader effort to empower young people and promote economic development in Eritrea. Key initiatives include vocational training, interest-free loans, and equipment for entrepreneurship.
Key points
- Over 80 Eritrean youths graduate from vocational training program in Adi-Tekelezan sub-zone
- NUEYS provides interest-free loan opportunities to encourage trainees and help them establish their own businesses
- Six women receive beehives and equipment for beekeeping as part of NUEYS' support for trainees
