Bricklayer Specialist at Motheo TVET College

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Jonas Schliekmann, master bricklayer at KH guild member company Arning Bauunternehmung GmbH, is currently working as a short-term expert in the Vocational Education and Training Partnership (BBP) with Motheo TVET College.
Mr Schliekmann is supporting the construction of Thusanang House – an innovative undertaking focusing on the project-based learning approach. Thusanang House enables students and teachers to work and learn hands-on with a real construction project. In this way, knowledge is applied directly in practice and students can develop the skills required for a career in the skilled construction trades.
With his expertise, Mr Schliekmann is helping to promote young talent in the construction industry in South Africa and create new prospects for the skilled trades through practical training.

 

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Project Based Learning – From Theory to Practice

Thusanang House is a hands-on project by students for students. Its construction is supported by the Kreishandwerkerschaft Steinfurt Warendorf as part of the Vocational Education and Training Partnership (BBP) with the Motheo TVET College in Bloemfontein. Thusanang stands for ‘mutual support’ in the local Tswana dialect.
Construction of the large construction project within the BBP with the Motheo TVET College began on 9 September, on which all the different trades will work hand in hand. Thusanang House was designed with a number of goals in mind: Trade students at Motheo College can put theory directly into practice, in line with the idea of project-based learning. The house is also intended to fulfil a long-term purpose on campus and serve as a training workshop for future students, among other things. Here, students will gain entrepreneurship skills, while the house will also serve the community, fostering practical skills, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship.

“You’re not just building a house; you’re building your future skills.”

National Women’s Month in South Africa – Empowering Women in the Skilled Trades

On 9 August South Africa celebrated Women’s Day – the entire month of August was dedicated to women as Women’s Month, providing the perfect framework for recognising and highlighting the exceptional skills of female artisans in the skilled trades.
Over the past weeks, various campuses were visited every Friday and numerous activities were organised under the slogan Fridays For Female Future. These events offered the opportunity to network with the private industry, demonstrate skills and take part in workshops.
One particular role model in this was national rugby and netball player Sikholiwe ‘Sne’ Mdletshe, a female athlete and academic who visited the National Artisan Academy campus on 23 August and gave a motivational speech about her path to success, serving as an inspiration to many female participants.
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„Women in Plumbing“ – Joint Networking Event by IRESA and IOPSA

Last Thursday, the co-organised “Women in Plumbing” event by IOPSA and IRESA happened in Bloemfontein. The purpose of the event was not only to place students in the private sector for practical training, but also to create public awareness for women in the male-dominated plumbing industry. The event served as a platform for Motheo TVET College and the private sector to come together and engage in dialogue. Discussions were held on the needs and expectations of students entering the industry as well as the expectations of the employers towards the college and the students.

Two speakers with fundamentally different backgrounds were invited. On the one hand, Philipp Swart, Assistant Director Academic at Motheo TVET College, provided detailed information on the plumbing courses offered at Motheo TVET College. On the other hand, Pulane Booyse, a female entrepreneur in the plumbing industry, gave an insight into what it is like to work in what is still a very male-dominated field as a woman.

Overall, the plumbing courses at Motheo TVET College now consist of around 50% female participants. It quickly became clear that the interest and determination of women to establish their careers in the plumbing industry is generally on the rise. The event also highlighted the importance of collaboration between Motheo TVET College and the private sector in providing the necessary resources and support for women who want to learn the profession of plumbing.

IRESA Kick-Off 2024 with Barry Chapman

“TVET / Dual Training is 100% the way of the future. Be that company in the private sector that opens up to upskilling through TVET training.”

– Barry Chapman

 

This is how “plumbing boss extraordinaire” Barry Chapman concluded his keynote during the IRESA Kick-Off Event on 26 April 2024 at the Hillside View Campus of Motheo TVET College in Bloemfontein.

The Initiative for Responsible Economy South Africa is a part of the Vocational Education and Training Partnership between KH and Motheo TVET College, bringing together vocational training providers as well as the private sector to uplift TVET training in South Africa.

Mr. Chapman passionately spoke about his career to become a master plumber and his commitment to the practical training of apprentices / students in the trade of plumbing. He went on about how his involvement with KH and the German dual apprenticeship system began through KH’s partnership with UmFolozi TVET College.

Philip Swart, Assistant Director Academic at Motheo TVET College was also able to give the participants from the private sector an insight into the current TVET system at Motheo TVET College.

During the event, the workshops on Campus were open to everyone and a lively discussion ensued, providing all participants with a platform for their ideas on IRESA.

 

Full Interview with Barry Chapman for The Afternoon Show with Dave Charles (30 April 2024)

Grand Opening of NADA at Motheo TVET College

The National Artisan Academy was inaugurated on 1 March 2024 with great fervour and anticipation by the Department of Higher Education and Training’s Director-General, Dr Nkosinathi Sishi: “The aim is to produce 30 000 artisans every year by 2030 , as they are currently producing 20 000 artisans per year nationally.”
It’s the beginning of a new chapter, supported by KH project plannings, in South Africa’s commitment to excellence in education and the empowerment of its citizens through skill development and a significant milestone in South Africa’s commitment to enhancing vocational skills, training and education.

“CONGRATULATIONS, MOTHEO TVET COLLEGE!”

Our partner academy will serve as a bridge, connecting the aspirations of the youth with the opportunities that a modernized, skill-based economy can offer. We are proud to support these goals with our Partnership Program.

Frank Tischner on Expert Mission in South Africa

During the past week, Frank Tischner, CEO of Kreishandwerkerschaft Steinfurt Warendorf, worked as a short-term expert for the Vocational Education and Training Partnership (BBP) with Motheo TVET College in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
The week-long expert mission included meetings with private sector organisations and local authorities, such as the QCTO (Quality Council for Trades & Occupations), which primarily focused on future training course design. Management lectures, for example at the college itself, were also part of the agenda.
During an appointment at the German Embassy in Pretoria, Mr Tischner spoke with BZM consultant Fabian Kyrieleis about the excellent cooperation with Sequa and the embassy as well as the international commitment of KH and especially the partnership with Motheo TVET College. Mr Tischner also welcomed the project’s new long-term expert, Ms Katja Lommetz, and introduced her to the local team involved in the project.
Frank Tischner summarises: “It was a very good, yet exhausting and also very impressive mission.”
The project plannings for 2024 have thus been finalised and the practical work can now be tackled with heart and hand.

Frank Tischner shares a detailed documentation of his expert mission on his LinkedIN page:

From Theory to Practice

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In 2023, the motto for us and our partners in the respective projects was: “Hands on!”
Our Vocational Education and Training Partnership (BBP) with AMER and the IICM in Mozambique entered its second phase, while the BBP with Motheo TVET College in South Africa was launched. The year 2024 will now be all about implementing the activities laid out in 2023.
Back in November, Frank Dorstel, master car mechanic and service manager at Autohaus Berkemeier, was on an expert mission to our partner institute IICM in Maputo, Mozambique. Among other things, a concept for the advanced training of vocational school teachers was developed. A workshop check-up was also carried out, in which the workshop organisation and equipment were analysed and suggestions for improvement were developed.
Our TVET partner in South Africa, Motheo TVET College in Bloemfontein, will primarily focus on networking with the private sector under the IRESA umbrella in this year. Expert workshops on site are also scheduled to be held.
Frank Tischner and Jörg Kersten conducted a successful marketing workshop in Jordan with their expert mission at the Aqaba National Vocational Training Hub (ANVT). Further specialist workshops are planned for 2024.
We look forward to a productive 2024 and successful projects with our partners and colleagues!

Successful Delegation Visit from South Africa

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Last week, a prestigious delegation from South Africa visited Kreishandwerkerschaft Steinfurt Warendorf. The guests from the vocational education sector and the private economy visited companies and training centres in the districts of Steinfurt and Warendorf together with the KH International Team.

During several discussions on topics relating to the vocational training systems in both countries, the guests from the BBP’s vocational education partner Motheo TVET College, the South African Department of Higher Education and Training DHET, the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations QCTO, the plumbers’ professional association IOPSA as well as the trucking organisation SA Truck Bodies were able to familiarise themselves with the upcoming visits to companies and vocational training institutions.

Interesting and targeted expert discussions ensued during the visits, which, among others, included the Bäumer car dealership and the Steinfurt Jobcenter, providing the delegation participants with plenty of input to take home with them.

IRESA Networking Event with MoU Signing

On 20 November 2023, an IRESA networking event titled Future Skills Challenges in the format of a round table discussion was held in Bloemfontein, South Africa. IRESA is a network of professional trade associations and organisations, such as our training and vocational education partner, Motheo TVET College. The Initiative for Responsible Economy South Africa was launched in 2021 by Kreishandwerkerschaft Steinfurt Warendorf and addresses topics relating to responsible economy in South Africa.

This discussion focussed on the automotive industry – Jan Shoeman, COO of the automotive industry association RMI (Retail Motor Industry), was invited as a guest speaker to provide valuable insights into future professional skills that will be required for the sustained success of the automotive industry.

The event also provided a platform for industry professionals, instructors and specialists to engage in meaningful discussions, build connections and share ideas.

A total of 36 representatives from various parts of the South African automotive industry attended the event. At the end, Mr Shoemann signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on behalf of RMI with the Principal of Motheo TVET College, Marianna Phutsisi.