At the signing ceremony a strategic partnership wasestablished to equip the next generation with future-ready technology skills that enhance student employability.
Samsung recently signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) and officially launched the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme at the Durban University of Technology; in an effort to establish a strategic partnership that is able to equip the next generation with future-ready technology skills to enhance student employability.
The MOA signing ceremony and the official launch of the SIC programme took place recently at Coastlands Musgrave Hotel and in attendance were some key dignitaries and partners that included Samsung's Public Affairs team; Nhlakanipho Nkontwana – the head of department (HOD) for the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA); as well as Prof Pfano Mashau – the director of Durban University of Technology (DUT) Business School along with the members of the institution’s leadership team
Recent data from Statistics South Africa has shown that youth unemployment in South Africa stands at over 46% among people aged 15 to 341. Yet, the technology sector is struggling to find talent. Also, a comprehensive 2024/2025 research report titled: “Decoding ICT Demand”, conducted by The Collective X - has revealed that over 118,000 digital and ICT jobs in South Africa remain unfilled2, including thousands of entry-level roles suitable for young professionals starting their careers and this, is a clear indication of a skills gap in the country2.
