By Akani Nkuna
As South Africa commemorates Youth Day, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has called on young people to take the lead in shaping a future-ready economy.
It has urged the youth to play an active role in building a nation that is inclusive, innovative and globally competitive.
“We encourage today’s youth to seize opportunities in key sectors, including manufacturing, agro-processing, the digital economy, green industries and automotive. Innovate products and produce goods that satisfy both domestic demands and international standards,” DTIC spokesperson Yamkela Fanisi said in a statement.
He said they must aspire to become export-ready entrepreneurs who actively contributed to South Africa’s trade and industrial development, and leverage the available support across the department and its entities, including funding, mentorship, market access and skills development.
Fanisi encouraged young people to champion economic transformation and localisation by fostering resilient industries and creating sustainable jobs.
He said
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