In recognition of Youth Day (Monday, 16 June 2014), Alan Winde, Minister of Economic Opportunities will meet with the future stars of the Western Cape’s agricultural industry.
Minister Winde will address school pupils at the International Food and Agricultural Management Association (IFAMA) Symposium and World Forum. The annual forum attracts 400 researchers from across the world.
As it coincides with Youth Day this year, Minister Winde will address grade 10 to Grade 12 pupils who are set to pursue a career in the agricultural sector. Twenty young farmers will also attend.
Youth development is one of the Western Cape government’s key priorities.
Details are as follows:
Date: 16 June 2014
Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Meeting Room 2.6
Time: 09h00 to 13h00 (Minister Winde to deliver an address at 09h20)
All media are welcome to attend.
For media enquiries:
Bronwynne Jooste, Spokesperson
Tel: 021 483 3550
Cell: 082 454 4365
E-mail: bronwynne.jooste@westerncape.gov.za
