A Catholic skills centre offers South Africa's young people a pathway to hope - Vatican News
Michael Brown ·
· News about the Church
A Catholic skills centre offers South Africa's young people a pathway to hope. With nearly half of those aged 15 to 34 unemployed, learning practical skills can mean the difference between dependency and dignity. The CIE Thabiso Skills Institute, a ministry of SACBC, recently expanded its training through a partnership with a local financial institution. Nathan Johnston, who oversees the work, says the real impact is when young people become economically active. Graduates like Patricia Topsile-Machangu have built thriving businesses from traditional products.