Education activist Hendrick Makaneta is encouraging young South Africans to consider technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges when applying for the 2027 academic year.
Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has urged young South Africans to reconsider their choices after high school and prioritise Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges for the 2027 academic year.
The call comes as the application window for TVET institutions remains open, with prospective students facing a deadline of September 30 to submit their applications.
Makaneta called on young people to challenge the common belief that TVET colleges are simply backup choices for those who do not get accepted into traditional universities.
“Going to a TVET college should not be seen as a failure, or as something you do only when you cannot get into university,” Makaneta said.
