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The Secret to Unlocking South Africa’s ICT Potential: Online Learning and Huawei’s Academy
Buti Manamela, Deputy Minister of Higher Education, has a plan to revolutionize the way we learn in South Africa. And it’s not just about brick-and-mortar classrooms. Manamela believes that information and communications technology (ICT) tools are the key to delivering education to the masses, and Huawei’s ICT Academy is leading the charge.
A Nation of Tech-Savvy Learners
In a recent address, Manamela highlighted the importance of ICT skills development in the face of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). He emphasized that South Africa needs to produce a workforce that is equipped to adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape. And that’s where Huawei’s ICT Academy comes in.
The Huawei ICT Academy: A Game-Changer
The Huawei ICT Academy is a partnership between Huawei and the Department of Higher Education and Training. The program trains, develops, and certifies the best ICT talent in the country, with a focus on developing skills in areas like artificial intelligence, robotics, and the internet of things.
Numbers Don’t Lie
The numbers are staggering. Over 300 instructors have participated in the instructor training program, and more than 2,400 students have taken part in online and offline Huawei training programs. By July, the program aims to have trained over 5,000 students.
The Future of Education is Online
Manamela believes that online learning is the future of education in South Africa. He wants to see a nation of tech-savvy learners who are equipped to take on the challenges of the 4IR. And Huawei’s ICT Academy is leading the way.
A Partnership for Success
The Huawei ICT Academy is a model of collaboration between Huawei and South African universities. Huawei provides course authorization, instructor enablement, and learning resources, while universities prepare for the teaching plans, lab environments, and certified instructors. The resources are then channeled to students, allowing them to gain ICT competency, practical experience, career certifications, and job opportunities.
The Road Ahead
As South Africa continues to evolve in the digital age, the demand for skilled ICT professionals will only continue to grow. Manamela and Huawei are leading the charge, and their partnership is a beacon of hope for a brighter future. The question is, will you join them on this journey to the future?
