Premier Panyaza Lesufi briefs media on partnership with merSETA to train 6 000 solar technicians, 4 May

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi will on Thursday, 4 May 2023 host a media briefing to announce a partnership between the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) and Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) to train 6 000 young people as solar technicians.

This is in line with the commitment made by the Premier, in his inaugural State of the Province Address delivered on 21 February 2023 where he said: “We will ensure that our young people are trained, skilled and equipped in the energy space.” Premier Lesufi will be joined by the merSETA CEO, Ms Disa Mpande, and representatives from the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPIA), a member-led organization involved in the solar PV industry.

Media is invited to the briefing and signing ceremony that is scheduled as follows:
Date: Thursday, 4 May 2023
Time: 14h00
Venue: Gautrain Management Agency Offices, 44 Grand Central Boulevard, Midrand 1682

Media houses are requested to confirm their attendance with Thabisile Mkhwanazi on 066 470 6562 or Thabisile.Mkhwanazi@gauteng.gov.za

Media enquiries:
Vuyo Mhaga
Cell: 076 636 5193
E-mail: Vuyo.Mhaga@gauteng.gov.za 

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